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October, 2002

Volume 1, Issue 1

Welcome to the History Comes Alive newsletter - where American History is
creative and interesting, not boring.

We are pleased to offer you this newsletter notifying you of the updated
features on the web site and noteworthy news to pass along.

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Thoughts on the Pilgrims and Thanksgiving

In the wake of terrorist activity in our country, both foreign and domestic, and
the possible impending war with Iraq, we have seen people turn to prayer like
nothing before. Without acknowledging that higher power, we truly can do
nothing. When you are in Washington, D.C. sometime, go to the Capital Rotunda
and the paintings within. There you will see a painting called "Departure of the
Pilgrims." With all the busyness inherent in preparing to leave Holland for the
New World, the Pilgrims set aside a time and a place to pray. Without the
intervention of God on a hazardous voyage, all their plans would be in vain.
Thus they took time to commit it all to Him.

So it should be on our hazardous journey of life. Set aside time, in your own
way, to acknowledge God in all that you do. And likely you will find him
preserving you in a terrible storm like the Pilgrims on their journey to
establish a colony here in America.

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Site Update

Since its inauguration this past September, History Comes Alive has gone through
some major updates, which you will find interesting. To celebrate the
Thanksgiving season, we are offering links about the Pilgrims, as well as the
Mayflower Compact online. Also, be sure to check out our featured reenactment,
the Jefferson Thanksgiving Festival in beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia.

We are remembering the passing of noted historian Stephen Ambrose by featuring
one of his books in our Book Gallery. Undaunted Courage outlines the life of
Meriwether Lewis and gives fascinating insights into the Lewis and Clark
Expedition.

Lastly, we are pleased to announce that our new Photo Gallery is up. In it are
photos of the Jefferson Thanksgiving reenactment, the Black Hawk War, and a
special installment on the Lewis and Clark Expedition with fascinating facts to
ponder.

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Future Plans

Our future plans for History Comes Alive include links involving medicine in
historical times, honoring our American Flag, costuming, and introducing a brand
new Civil War fiction series debuting in January 2003. The poll we have been
conducting shows an interest in Colonial History, so plans will be to develop a
Colonial History page, including a visit to Williamsburg in our Photo Gallery.
Stay tuned for details!



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How can You help us?

We need help from you, our guest of History Comes Alive. We need suggestions for
links, books, themes, and coming reenactments (especially this winter and early
spring). The only criteria is that they must be interesting! E-mail the editor
with your suggestions at editor@...

Even more importantly, we need you to spread the word about our site. Tell your
friends, family, mail lists, history groups, even your history teacher about us!
Put us in your local print and online newsletters and even in your local paper.
We have a press release we can e-mail you if you are interested. We are history
friendly and want the word to get out. And please link our site to your web site
or other group sites that might be interested. We can offer help to writers,
teachers, students, Christian organizations, historical organizations, home
school groups, as well as for personal knowledge. Let everyone know that
American History doesn’t have to be boring!

Our URL is: http://www.historycomesalive.com

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Until next we meet....Godspeed!



Copyright, 2002 by L.R. Bliss. All rights reserved.




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This is an update on the History Comes Alive web site.

**Brand New**

*A Colonial Christmas with links to holiday recipes and interesting
facts, along with special places to visit during the Christmas season.

*A new poll is up

*Featured educational event - the inaugural event of the Lewis and
Clark Expedition in Charlottesville, Virginia, January 2003.


Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving

Editor, History Comes Alive
http://www.historycomesalive.com

February, 2003

Volume 1, Issue 2

Welcome to the second issue of the History Comes Alive newsletter -
where American History is creative and interesting, not boring.

We are pleased to offer you this newsletter notifying you of the
updated features on the web site and noteworthy news to pass along.

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Thoughts On Our Current History

As you know, we are in a time of upheaval after the tragic loss of
the Columbia and hovering on the verge of war with Iraq. Now more
than ever we must look to the annuls of history and to the One who
has guided us through these times that try the soul. The United
States as a nation is not foreign to difficult times. And what makes
this nation survive difficult times are those who turned to their
Creator for help and for guidance. So take time to consider this
period of our history, and in the way you choose, seek the One who
holds all of history in the palm of His hand.

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Site Update

You will notice several new changes to the web site. In celebration
of the new Civil War movie release, Gods and Generals, HCA is
offering a forum where you can give your views regarding the movie,
take a poll, and / or chat with a friend(s). We would like to hear
your comments.

If you haven't checked it out yet, the Educational page offers a
great site called Museum Stuff that offers links and information
about any and all museums! Have fun exploring.

We are also pleased to offer a new Civil War fiction series coming
soon on e-book. IN THE CROSSFIRE will debut March 19th, but you can
read a chapter right now on the Web site.
http://www.historycomesalive.homestead.com/books.html

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Future Plans

Our future plans for History Comes Alive include links involving the
West, medicine in historical times, honoring our American Flag, and
more. As we grow, we hope to offer even more books and encourage you
to submit requests for historical books (both fiction and non
fiction) that you have found interesting. We would like to begin
posting reviews. If you have a book you enjoyed, please write a short
review and e-mail it to us for consideration.
Editor@...


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How you can help us

We need help from you, our guest of History Comes Alive. We need
suggestions for links, books, themes, and coming reenactments. The
only criteria is that they must be historical and of interest, while
maintaining the moral and ethical standards of HCA. E-mail the
editor with your suggestions at editor@...

Again, we ask that you to spread the word about our site. Tell your
friends, family, mail lists, history groups, even your history
teacher about
us! We offer help to writers, teachers, students, Christian
organizations, historical organizations, home school groups, as well
as for personal knowledge. Let everyone know that American History
doesn't have to be boring!

Our URL is: http://www.historycomesalive.com

URL to join the newsletter list: historycomesalive-
subscribe@yahoogroups.com



Until next we meet...Godspeed



Copyright, 2003 by L.R. Bliss. All rights reserved.
You may forward this newsletter in its entirety to interested parties.

August, 2003

Volume 1, Issue 3

Welcome to the third issue of the History Comes Alive newsletter -
where American History is creative and interesting, not boring.

We are pleased to offer you this newsletter notifying you of the
updated features on the web site and noteworthy news to pass along.

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A Wealth of Information

Just recently I needed to contact a historical society out of state
for research material. I located the historical society on the
Internet, e-mailed the contact, and was able to make my requests
known. The contact was kind enough to research my requests and make
available to me photocopies of the research material I requested for
a nominal fee.

Historical societies can provide a wealth of information for research
purposes as well as information about the area. Not only do many of
them house rare documents, they also offer museums, walking tours of
the area, and other historical opportunities. I encourage you to make
use of your local historical society and others around the nation.

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Site Update

History Comes Alive has been updated with new links. If you have
recently visited, there are now links to reenactment outfitters. Also
there are brand-new links to the presidential children, and also a
great portal site that will link you to any and all information about
the Civil War!

On our book page, History Comes Alive is pleased to announce the
second book in the Civil War Trilogy - Battle Cry of Freedom,
entitled IMPRISONED. Josiah is taken prisoner and so is his heart...
Find out what happens as a Union soldier endures both the prison camp
of Andersonville and the loss of his love.

We also are offering a link to a contemporary novel for women that
explore the sites of Washington, D.C., and Fort McHenry. Already
readers are sharing with the author that their love for history has
been rekindled because of this novel! The book is also linked with
the book, In God We Trust Tour Guide. Information for these and other
fine books are on our book page.

Check it all out at:  http://www.historycomesalive.com

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How you can help us

We need help from you, our guest of History Comes Alive. We need
suggestions for links, books, themes, and coming reenactments. The
only criteria is that they must be historical and of interest, while
maintaining the moral and ethical standards of HCA. E-mail the
editor with your suggestions at editor@...

With the new school year, we ask that you to spread the word about
our site. Tell your friends, family, mail lists, history groups, even
your history teacher about us! We offer help to writers, teachers,
students, Christian organizations, historical organizations, home
school groups, as well as for personal knowledge. Let everyone know
that American History doesn't have to be boring!


Until next we meet...Godspeed



Copyright, 2003 by L.R. Bliss. All rights reserved.
You may forward this newsletter in its entirety to interested parties.

Late Winter, 2004

Volume 2, Issue 1

Welcome to the History Comes Alive newsletter - where American History is
creative and interesting, not boring.

We are pleased to offer you this newsletter notifying you of the updated
features on the web site and noteworthy news to pass along.

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A Wealth of Information

As an author I spend quite a deal of time at the library doing research. Of
course the Internet has opened up a wide field of research opportunities, of
which History Comes Alive seeks to display those sites that are most
interesting. However, it is also good to take a journey to the local library and
see what abounds. Besides the stacks of books, magazines, videos and CDs, there
are librarians eager to help with any and all inquiries. Recently I was in need
of interlibrary loans to research a historical novel and found the librarian
very helpful in discovering books that would be of interest as well as setting
up the loan. As such I acquired books for my project from across the country (!)
Interlibrary loans are a wonderful tool to help in researching and exploring our
American History. Whether for a research paper, project, or simply to find out
more about a time period as you prepare to visit a historical site this coming
spring and summer, try your local library for a wealth of
  information.

Also, be on the lookout for library sales, of which many occur in the spring and
summer months. Many libraries hold used book sales where one can gain all kinds
of great fiction and non-fiction at terrific prices. And not only that, but you
are also helping your local libraries purchase new material. So take advantage
of what your library has to offer.

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What's New and Forthcoming?

History Comes Alive is proud to add new and interesting links including a
Woman's History magazine, a sleuth site for kids to explore Colonial History,
and other great sites. Don't forget that the Lewis and Clark bicentennial is
underway. Many activities are slated to begin this May as it is the 200th
anniversary of the start to the Corps of Discovery's two year long journey.
Events will be ongoing the next two years, so be sure to visit the Lewis and
Clark site to see what is happening. There will also be future anniversary
celebrations as well, including the founding of Jamestown in 2007 and Abraham
Lincoln's birth in 2009. Great historical events to look forward to! Be a part
of these special events. You are living in a great time in American History to
discover where we have come from as a nation and where we are going. Don’t miss
out. Take the time to plan some trips this spring and summer. Visit a museum or
a presidential home. See a battlefield where patriots and soldiers gave
  the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Check out a colonial farm or visit a
plantation from the 1800's. See a reenactment. Don't think of history as a
textbook, but SEE and EXPERIENCE it for yourself!

For ideas, start at HISTORY COMES ALIVE http://www.historycomesalive.com

In the future we plan to create a page devoted to the Wild West and will
eventually create a page devoted to women in American History. Should you wish
to contribute links to sites for possible inclusion on these new pages, you may
forward your suggested links to historyauthor2002@...

On our book page, History Comes Alive is pleased to announce the third book in
the Civil War Trilogy - Battle Cry of Freedom, entitled ENEMY OF THE VALLEY. The
Union Army has burned the Shenandoah Valley, leaving the people filled with
hatred for anyone who has northern ties. Even so Nathan Wendall falls in love
with a fine northern woman. Her life and those of her family are now in peril.
Can Nathan douse the flaming fire of revenge before it's too late?

This third book, available only in electronic format, completes a unique and
compelling Civil War trilogy. All of the titles are available and are easy to
read on your handheld PDA or right on your computer screen. Or if you wish, they
can easily be printed out and read at your leisure. We think of it as history
meets modern technology!

You can read more about this book, along with the other books in the series at
http://awe-struck.net/AUTHORS32/enemy.html

We will also consider other non-fiction and fiction titles for display on the
book page. However they must deal with American History before the 20th century
and must be creative and interesting. We also stress that all historical novels
under consideration must be of the "sweet" or Christian variety. You may e-mail
the editor for more information about submitting titles.

(Please note - do to virus outbreaks, we will not accept e-mail attachments of
any kind unless first approved by the editor. Do not send any attachments unless
so directed)

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How you can help us

We need help from you, our guest of History Comes Alive. Suggestions for links,
books, themes, and coming reenactments are always welcome! The only criteria is
that they must be historical and of interest, while maintaining the moral and
ethical standards of HCA. E-mail the
editor with your suggestions at historyauthor2002@...

Are you interested in writing a short column for our quarterly newsletter? We
would like to expand the newsletter to feature columns by historians, authors,
along with those who have visited historical sites and would like to write of
their experiences. We will gladly post your bio and web site in exchange, along
with posting the newsletter on the HCA web site. If you are interested, please
contact the editor.

Please spread the word about History Comes Alive. You may forward this
newsletter. Tell your friends, family, mail lists, home school newsletters and
lists, history groups, even your history teacher about us! We offer help to
writers, teachers, students, Christian organizations, historical organizations,
home school groups, as well as for personal knowledge. Let everyone know that
American History doesn't have to be boring.


Until next we meet...

Godspeed

Your editor at HCA



Copyright, 2004 by L.R. Bliss. All rights reserved.
Please feel free to forward this newsletter in its entirety to interested
parties.







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Fall, 2004

Volume 2, Issue 2

Welcome to the History Comes Alive newsletter - where American
History is creative and interesting, not boring.

We are pleased to offer you this newsletter notifying you of the
updated features on the web site and noteworthy news to pass along.

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Election Day Draws Near

No doubt by now you have been bombarded with election news via media
outlets and newspapers. While it can sometimes be difficult to digest
it all, we at HCA urge you to educate yourself on the presidential
candidates and the other races that are occurring in your state. This
is a crucial election, and as we discovered in 2000, EVERY VOTE
COUNTS. So please make sure you find out the facts about the
candidates and cast your vote on November 2nd.

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Thanksgiving Season

History Comes Alive is celebrating Thanksgiving with its informative
Pilgrim page - and new this season, an excerpt of the Squanto /
Pilgrim story, meticulously researched but told in story format.
Check out the excerpt link on the site for this fascinating tale of
friendship between the Native Americans and the Pilgrims.

Also, History Comes Alive is proud to sponsor the 11th Annual
Jeffersonian Thanksgiving Festival held each year around Thanksgiving
time in Charlottesville, Virginia. There are many activities planned
as well and information on hotels, etc.  The festival features battle
reenactments, stories by famous people including Thomas Jefferson,
James Madison, and also several events commemorating Lewis and Clark.

If you know of any reenactments coming for 2005, please e-mail us
with the details. Attachments are not permitted.

http://www.historycomesalive.com

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How you can help us

We need help from you, our guest of History Comes Alive. Suggestions
for links, books, themes, and coming reenactments are always welcome!
The only criteria is that they must be historical and of interest,
while maintaining the moral and ethical standards of HCA. E-mail the
editor with your suggestions at historyauthor2002@...

Are you interested in writing a short column for our quarterly
newsletter? We would like to expand the newsletter to feature columns
by historians, authors, along with those who have visited historical
sites and would like to write of their experiences. We will gladly
post your bio and web site in exchange, along with posting the
newsletter on the HCA web site. If you are interested, please
contact the editor.

Please spread the word about History Comes Alive. You may forward this
newsletter. Tell your friends, family, mail lists, home school
newsletters and lists, history groups, even your history teacher
about us! We offer help to writers, teachers, students, Christian
organizations, historical organizations, home school groups, as well
as for personal knowledge. Let everyone know that American History
doesn't have to be boring.


We want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you have much to be
thankful for this year.

Godspeed,

Your editor at HCA

http://www.historycomesalive.com


Copyright, 2004 by L.R. Bliss. All rights reserved.
Please feel free to forward this newsletter in its entirety to
interested parties.