William L. Wunder
Contributing Writer
W. L. Wunder - L. Wunder
BA in History, University of Iowa, 1994, with Dean's List honors.
History Buff- constant reader of books in American history.
Genealogy enthusiast- have researched my family tree since 1992, tracing some branches to the 1600's.
Completed Long Ridge Writer's Group course in writing for magazines.
Diploma in Technical Writing from the Institute of Technical Writing.
Latest Articles
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Andrew Jackson and Horse Racing in Early America
Andrew Jackson's lifelong love of horse racing enabled him to serve his country, to benefit financially, and to shape the sport in 19th century America.
Feb 11, 2012
- William L. Wunder
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Theodore Roosevelt and African-American Rights
Theodore Roosevelt's efforts in African-American civil rights were often compromised by his goal to break the Democrats' lock on the South.
Jan 25, 2012
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Vulgo Surnames in Czech Genealogical Research
In Bohemia, vulgo surnames are family aliases or nicknames acquired through the name of the cottage of residence or the wife's/mother's family.
Dec 8, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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Book Review of David Pietrusza's 1948
David Pietrusza has written an excellent book on the 1948 U.S. Presidential election, presenting a thorough view of the four candidates and then some.
Nov 11, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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Radicalism and Violence of the Farmers' Holiday Association
In the Great Depression, the Farmers' Holiday Association courted violence and communism in its quest for farm price supports and to end farm foreclosures.
Oct 17, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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Presidential Vetoes of Andrew Jackson
Wielding the veto as a political weapon, President Andrew Jackson sought to defend the U.S. Constitution, protect democracy, and foil his rival Henry Clay.
Sep 28, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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Inventor George Henry Hohnsbeen, 1879-1953
Hohnsbeen invented improvements to a handful of devices from 1908 to 1921, including early versions of the clipboard and the liquid soap dispenser.
Sep 10, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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John Tyler, Henry Clay, and Political Gridlock in 1841-1842
Just like in 2011, political gridlock in Washington D.C. characterized the years 1841-42, with parties and factions clashing amidst an economic depression.
Aug 18, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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The Politics of General Winfield Scott Hancock
The political career of General Hancock was defined by his status as a Civil War hero in the North and his allegiance to the pro-Southern Democratic party.
Aug 10, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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Similarities Between Presidents James Buchanan and Herbert Hoover
In presiding over the worst national crisis of their time, American presidents James Buchanan and Herbert Hoover had similarities in governing.
Jul 15, 2011
- William L. Wunder
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