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Michael Troy

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Expertise

I can answer just about any question on early American History. My specialties are the American Revolution through the Civil War/Reconstruction. I also have greater expertise in matters relating to military, political or legal history.

Experience in the area

I have lectured at George Washington University regarding the Civil War, as well as several elementary school Civil War demonstrations. I was also a member of a Civil War reenactment group for about 10 years.

Education/Credentials

J.D. University of Michigan
B.A. George Washington University

Awards and Honors

Truman Scholar

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Recent Reviews from Users

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Hana	02/06/12	10	10	10	You were extremely helpful you explained everything .....
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Tigest	02/05/12	10	10	10	thanks
Alex Park	02/01/12	8	10	10	Thanks for your help :)
Greta	01/30/12	8	10	10

Recent Answers from Michael Troy

2012-02-09 U.S History:

Hi Hana, Generally, I try to keep my opinions out of answers, but since you have asked for my personal opinion, I am happy to discuss it. First, I think it is dangerous to second guess historical

2012-02-05 Economic Changes and the Crisis of the 1890s:

Trade or craft unions focused on protecting the rights of certain skilled workers and trying to improve the benefits received for those skills. The larger unions in the late 19th Century focused on Solidarity

2012-02-05 Economic Changes and the Crisis of the 1890s:

Hello, The two most prominent were probably the American Federation of Labor and the Knights of Labor. Others included the Western Federation of Miners, the Railroad Brotherhood, and the National Labor

2012-02-02 U.S History:

Hi Hana, The Mayor-Council form is probably the most common form of local government. The Mayor acts as chief executive, running various departments, while the Council, usually elected from local districts

2012-01-29 civil war regiment organization - Gettysburg:

Hello, As far as I can tell, the 4th Ohio maintained all 10 companies. The regiment never suffered massive casualties in any one battle. Most regimental casualties came from disease. If there was

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