Walter Coffey
Contributing Writer
Walter Coffey - Walter Coffey
Walter Coffey is a freelance writer who resides in Houston, Texas. Walter has written several works of historical fiction and non-fiction, including three suspense novels set during the Civil War. Walter has an extensive background in U.S. history and has been recognized for exceptional writing by Foreword Magazine and the Quincy Writers’ Guild. He has also been honored by the Sons of Confederate Veterans and he is a member of the Houston Civil War Round Table. More information about Walter and his work can be obtained at www.WalterCoffey.com.
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Civil Disobedience and Civil Rights
Peaceful acts of civil disobedience were the hallmark of the Civil Rights Movement that ultimately led to full racial integration in America.
Nov 9, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The Execution of Sacco and Vanzetti
The 1927 execution of two Italian immigrants sparked worldwide protests and controversy that continues to this day.
Oct 28, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The Presidency of Warren G. Harding
Warren Harding has been regarded as one of the worst U.S. presidents of all time. While mostly deserving, he did have some accomplishments.
Oct 24, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The Panic of 1873
The U.S. suffered a severe depression in 1873 that was mainly the result of unsound banking practices and the overexpansion of government-backed businesses.
Oct 22, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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Marbury v. Madison and Supreme Court Empowerment
In the most important legal decision in U.S. history, the Supreme Court empowered itself to be the final authority on the legality of government activity.
Aug 5, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The Louisiana Purchase and American Expansion
The purchase of Louisiana Territory from France made the U.S. a continental power but threatened to upset the delicate balance between North and South.
Jul 13, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The US Civil War in May 1865
This month, the war effectively ended as all major Confederate armies surrendered and Jefferson Davis was captured by Federal troops.
Jul 3, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The US Civil War in April 1865
This month, key Confederate armies surrendered as the war was nearly over. Reconstruction began and the nation was horrified by the Lincoln assassination.
Jun 22, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The US Civil War in March 1865
This month, the Confederate war effort was on the brink of collapse. Robert E. Lee launched a desperate attack that eventually led to the southern downfall.
Jun 15, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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The US Civil War in February 1865
This month, the Federals lay waste to South Carolina and continued moving north. Peace negotiations failed and southerners began losing hope.
Jun 10, 2011
- Walter Coffey
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