Author Archives: Rebecca Beatrice Brooks

About Rebecca Beatrice Brooks

Rebecca Beatrice Brooks is the author and publisher of the History of Massachusetts Blog. Rebecca is a journalist and history writer who got her start in journalism working for small-town newspapers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire after she graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a B.A. in journalism. She is a member of the American Historical Association, Historic Salem Inc, the Danvers Historical Society, the Salisbury Historical Society and she volunteers for the National Archives and the Massachusetts Historical Society transcribing historical documents. Visit this site's About page to find out more about Rebecca.

Map of Plymouth Colony 1620-1691

Plymouth Colony Timeline

Plymouth Colony was the first official colony in Massachusetts. It was settled by a group of Separatist Puritans from England in 1620. Many historic events took place at Plymouth Colony,… Read more »

Best AWI Wargames

Best AWI Wargames

AWI (American War of Independence) wargaming is a type of Revolutionary War strategy game played with miniature figures on a tabletop instead of through virtual simulations in a video game…. Read more »

Uniforms and weapons of the Continental Army, lithograph by Henry Alexander Ogden

What Type of Uniforms Did Revolutionary War Soldiers Wear?

The Revolutionary War was fought by American, British, and German Hessian soldiers, who all had their own unique uniforms and regulations. Revolutionary War uniforms worn by the Continental Army varied… Read more »

Best Captain John Smith Costume

Best Captain John Smith Costume

Need a Captain John Smith costume for a class project, presentation, or Halloween party? Check out the various costumes in this article. To get a historically accurate and authentic-looking costume,… Read more »

What Did Captain John Smith Really Look Like

What Did Captain John Smith Really Look Like?

The image of Captain John Smith that most people are familiar with is from the Disney animated movie Pocahontas, where Smith is depicted as a tall, handsome blond man who… Read more »