Kassie is a farmer and freelance writer with a passion for history and teaching others about it. A National Board Certified Teacher, she holds a MEd in History, a MEd in Curriculum & Instruction, and a BS in Sustainable Agriculture & Animal Science. She is particularly interested in the ability of history stories to teach empathy to the next generation, and telling the stories of often overlooked historical perspectives or hidden truths. Kassie has special interests in the history of America’s Indigenous peoples, war, maritime history, and the “wild west.”
Areas of Expertise
The Story of Crispus Attucks, the American Revolution’s First Martyr
Who was Crispus Attucks, and how did he become a symbol of American Resistance?
5 Great Challenges That Ulysses S. Grant Faced During His Presidency
Ulysses S. Grant walked into his presidency during one of America’s most chaotic periods and had to deal with many challenges.
How the Creation of Flagstaff Erased 150 Years of Maine History
The towns of Flagstaff, Bigelow, and Dead River, Maine were sacrificed in the name of innovation and left behind many mysteries.
7 Towns With Strange, Global Names in Maine
With a host of places named after destinations around the globe, Maine pays homage to the international community in an interesting way.
History Proves That the Stereotype of the “Scalping Indian” Is a Gross Misrepresentation
Often treated as a Native American stereotype, scalping has a disturbing history in the development of modern America.
How Annie Oakley Became the First Female Superstar of the Wild West
Annie Oakley not only made a name for herself as a skilled markswoman, but she showed the world that women could compete with and defeat men.
5 of George Washington’s Right Hands
The first president couldn’t do it alone. George Washington relied on several key players to see him through the Revolution and the birth of a nation.
7 Facts About Geronimo, the Apache Who Became a Symbol of Indigenous Resistance
Remembered as the last holdout to US colonization, Geronimo was a complicated man with clear motivations.
Why Ely Parker Was So Much More Than Ulysses S. Grant’s “Quiet Right Hand”
Often portrayed as Ulysses S. Grant’s quiet right hand in the Civil War, Ely Parker was more impactful on American history than many realize.
Who Was Geronimo? The Link Between the Battle Cry and the Man
Resisting colonization and dedicated to preserving his people’s way of life, Geronimo remains an enduring figure of the American frontier.
The Admirable Bravery of Silas Soule, Who Sacrificed His Safety to Do the Right Thing
Willing to face death for his beliefs in human decency, Silas Soule brought integrity to a lawless frontier.
The Last of the Hermits? The North Pond Hermit Who Shocked Maine
Arrested in 2013, Christopher Knight shocked law enforcement when he told them he’d been living alone in the Maine woods for over two decades.