U.S. History/Expert Profile

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

Average Ratings

  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.87
  • Timeliness 9.89
  • Politeness 9.98
  • Number of Questions (in Past 24 Hours) 0
  • Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour Period) 5
  • Total Questions (since joining AllExperts) 2898
  • Volunteer Since 2001-04-07
  • Prestige Points 80284

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Recent Answers from Michael Troy

2009-10-14 The Battle at Gettysburg:

Food was pretty miserable. Much of the time soldiers lived of whatever they could take from the local population. Sometimes all they had was hardtack (basically a very thick cracker). Due to a lack

2009-10-14 the alien and sedition act:

Hi Mitzy, Many Americans saw the Federalist goal of a stronger central government as a real danger to their liberties. Local governments directly elected were thought to be far more responsive to the

2009-10-14 Columbus:

I suppose your answer depends on who you are. As a person or European descent who enjoys the many benefits of living in America, I suppose I am grateful for Columbus' voyages. If I were a Native American

2009-10-13 Independance:

Hi Ashlee, The main effect for the US was that after independence, Mexico could not depend on Spain to defend its territories. As a result, the US was able to force Mexico to cede large tracts of its

2009-10-13 colonists:

Hi Dave, Most fishing was done the same what it has been done for thousands of years. Ships would go out on the water, cast a large net, and scoop up the fish into the boat. Individuals also fished

 

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