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Was the Marquis de Lafayette “The Hero of Two Worlds”? Kind of.

The Marquis de Lafayette is a celebrated political and military figure of the revolutionary era, spearheading pivotal moments ...
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Family of beloved New Orleans chef Leah Chase split over future of namesake school

As the Orleans Parish School Board debates the future of the Leah Chase School, the legendary chef’s descendants are split ...
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The French Charleville: Workhorse Of The American Revolution

Often overlooked, the French "Charleville" infantry musket was one of the most significant longarms of the 18th and 19th ...