It’s that time of year when I derive great enjoyment from listening to @dranniegray.bsky.social’s podcast interviews about festive feasts through the ages. Love the content, love her evident enthusiasm for the subject matter 🥧🍗🎄

#history #foodhistory

What a pleasure it was to recently attend the @churchillsociety.bsky.social’s #ICS2025, spanning beautiful historic venues in Washington, D.C. Some fascinating speakers and conversations reflecting on #Churchill’s life, legacy and leadership.

Another work in progress.

(Please spare me the “gotchas” about his failings in Bengal and elsewhere. I’m well aware that #Churchill, like every human that’s ever existed, was a deeply flawed individual. That does not erase his towering impact. TIA ✨)

#tattoo #history

Today, we celebrate the birthday of Franklin D. Roosevelt—a leader who guided the nation through crisis with bold vision and unwavering resolve, strengthening our democracy.

His legacy—both his accomplishments and shortcomings—continues to inspire progress. Happy birthday #FDR!

Another enjoyable winter afternoon spent at the #FDR Presidential Library in Hyde Park, NY. I certainly make the most of my membership here ☺️

#HudsonValley #militaryhistory #history

Another essay, officially done and dusted! It’s ready (or ready as it’ll ever be) for submission. Now, time to reclaim the dining room table for its intended purpose—actual dining!

#MilitaryHistory

Today in 1944 Nazi Germany launched its last major offensive, with a stunning strike through this hilly forested terrain, the Ardennes.
It was the start of the Battle of the Bulge.