Wars & Conflicts

Explore the timeline of American wars and conflicts including the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, the American Civil War, the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, the War in Afghanistan, and the Iraq War.

Explore the timeline of American wars and conflicts from the American Revolutionary War to current global conflicts.

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (April 9)

This day honors those veterans who have served their country while being held captive in enemy territory. The day also honors the family of the prisoners of war and their long and anxious wait to see their family again. Visit the collection.

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Tankbusters: Saddam Hussein Hiding in Winnebago RVs

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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush opines on Saddam Hussein's use of Winnebago recreational vehicles to hide from Coalition air forces.

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Tankbusters: "SCUD Hunts"

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While Lieutenant Colonel Joel Rush did not participate in any organized hunts for Saddam Hussein's SCUD missiles, he recalls his experience of running into a SCUD missile launcher during a night...

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Tankbusters: Life in the Desert

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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what living conditions were like in the deserts of the Middle East region.

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Tankbusters: Flying Missions

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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what flying missions in the A-10 Thunderbolt II were like. He walks viewers through the process of preparing for a mission, destroying Saddam Hussein's...

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Tankbusters: Reaction to Invasion of Kuwait

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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush recalls his thoughts about hearing the news on Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990. Rush also discusses the socio-political climate in the U.S. at...

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Tankbusters: Saddam Hussein

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Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush briefly opines about who Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein was as a person.

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Tankbusters: Flying the A-10 Thunderbolt II

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Lieutenant Colonel Rush (U.S. Air Force, retired) discusses flying the A-10 Thunderbolt II. The Warthog's primary purpose is a "tank killer".

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Tankbusters: Introduction

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Meet Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush, U.S. Air Force, retired. Rush introduces himself, and briefly discusses his career and job duties in the military.

The Persian Gulf War Vocabulary Terms | History In A Nutshell Persian Gulf War, Part 4 4

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Persian Gulf War, Part 4

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Saddam Hussein’s elite Republican Guard forces were on the run from American and British Army armored divisions. After the allied victory at the Battle of Medina Ridge, Saddam was afraid that the...

The Persian Gulf War Vocabulary Terms | History In A Nutshell Persian Gulf War, Part 3 3

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Persian Gulf War, Part 3

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The United States and the United Nations responded quickly to Saddam Hussein’s invasion of Kuwait. With multiple United Nations sanctions, and chances to leave, Saddam refused to withdraw his military...

The Persian Gulf War Vocabulary Terms | History In A Nutshell Persian Gulf War, Part 2 2

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Persian Gulf War, Part 2

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Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein earned notoriety for his brutal suppression of political dissidents, oppression of Kurds living in northern Iraq, and his desire for nuclear weapons. World criticism did...

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Persian Gulf War, Part 1

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Saddam Hussein instigated the Persian Gulf War with his invasion of Iraq’s next door neighbor Kuwait on August 2, 1990. The introductory segment of this edition of History In A Nutshell sets the stage...

Effectiveness of Antibiotics with Nicole Yemothy | Asynchronous Studio Lessons Life During World War Two Era | Gracie and Lacy

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Life During World War Two Era | Gracie and Lacy

Students will be immersed in the music, dance, culture and history of the World War Two Era in this infotainment-style program. Entertainers and teaching artists Gracie and Lacy engage students...

Bibliography and Works Cited Page for The Persian Gulf War | History In A Nutshell

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Bibliography and Works Cited Page for The Persian Gulf War | History In A Nutshell

Collins, Shannon. “Desert Storm: A Look Back”. Defense.gov. Published Jan. 11, 2019. https://www.defense.gov/Explore/Features/story/Article/1728715/desert-storm-a-look-back/#:~:text=Desert%20Storm...

The Persian Gulf War Vocabulary Terms | History In A Nutshell

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The Persian Gulf War Vocabulary Terms | History In A Nutshell

Allied Coalition: A group of over 35 nations which took part in the liberation of Kuwait after invasion by Iraqi military forces under Saddam Hussein. Colin Powell: Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs...

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Persian Gulf War Photo Gallery | History In A Nutshell

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Allied Coalition Logo Saddam Hussein, the President of Iraq during the Persian Gulf War President George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the U.S. Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah - Emir of Kuwait King...

Vanishing Generation: WWII Learning Activity

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Vanishing Generation: WWII Learning Activity

When this documentary was produced, sixty years had passed since the end of World War II, and the last of the South Carolina veterans who fought against the Empire of Japan and Nazi Germany were dying...

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History in a Nutshell Learning Activity

Short, sweet, and to the point - This series explains historical events in layman's terms!

South Carolinians in World War II Learning Activity

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South Carolinians in World War II Learning Activity

This video series contains graphic descriptions of war as experienced by the WWII veterans and others who had direct, first-hand experiences in the conflict. Their accounts are based on events they...

A History of Fort Frederick | Digital Shorts

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A History of Fort Frederick | Digital Shorts

280 years ago, the colonial government in Port Royal conceded to the settlers’ demands for a new fort for protection from a Spanish incursion. Although its original mission was short-lived, in 1863...

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Fort Frederick, Chapter 6

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War and emancipation. The Port Royal Experiment begins.

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Fort Frederick, Chapter 7

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The enslaved are freed. Old Fort Frederick becomes the site of one of the most important moments in American history. Quotations from historians featured in this segment include: "Miss Laura Towne...

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The Swamp Angel

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Charleston Museum curator, Grahame Long, recounts the story of the war's most renowned Parrott gun and its deadly ordnance: Greek Fire. Ordnance: Historical Photograph Analysis Download the lesson...

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The Pluff Mud Advantage

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Home field advantage is key, especially in battle. College of Charleston's Dr. Scott Harris is very familiar with the muck that changed the odds in the Battle of Secessionville. The Salt Marsh...

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National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (April 9)

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