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 Historic Salem Inc, the Danvers Historical Society, and 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Historical Society and she volunteers for the National Archives and the Massachusetts Historical Society transcribing historical documents.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.

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 »

Best USS Constitution Model Plans

Best USS Constitution Model Plans

If you are a model shipbuilder working on a model of the USS Constitution, you may be looking for some model plans or blueprints of the historic ship. There are… Read more »

Massachusetts Revolutionary War Soldiers

Massachusetts colonists were the first to fight in the Revolutionary War, and they also made up the majority of the soldiers in the war. They served as militiamen, minutemen, and… Read more »

Best Revolutionary War Strategy Games

Best Revolutionary War Strategy Games

If you are a Revolutionary War buff who also likes games, you’ll love these Revolutionary War strategy games. These games are based on the actual military strategies of the Revolutionary… Read more »