Tristin is a historian who specializes in American Industrialism and local history with a background in Museum Studies and museum work. Tristin adores all kinds of history and how small communities relate to their own history.
Areas of Expertise
8 Black Inventors Who Changed the World
African American inventors and their revolutionary ideas have shaped technology and society throughout history.
The 5 Greatest Coincidences in American History
From Founding Fathers dying on Independence Day to predicting the sinking of the Titanic, history is full of inexplicable coincidences.
American Civil War Uniforms: A Visual Journey
During the American Civil War, both the Confederate and Union troops had uniforms unique to their needs and resources.
Facts and Myths About Harriet Tubman
Despite being a popular historical figure, the best-known details about Harriet Tubman’s life are a mixture of fact and myth.
American Civil War: Maps, Battlefields, and Generals
The American Civil War, which was waged from 1861-1865, covered much of the eastern United States under the direction of numerous generals.
Maya Angelou: “Still I Rise” and Her Enduring Legacy
Maya Angelou, best known for her autobiographies depicting the Black experience in the South, left a lasting legacy on not only literature but also the American people.