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Meet Jane, the Author
I grew up in the foothills of the Central Valley in Stanislaus County, California. I graduated from a small High School in Ceres and since, I have had quite the journey.
Following my high school graduation, I enrolled as a student at Modesto Junior College. As a college co-ed, I developed an interest in psychology while working at a locked mental facility. After earning my AA from Modesto Junior College, I went on to study at Sonoma State University, where I earned my BA in Psychology with distinction. I continued my Post-Graduate studies in Neurobiology, while working at the San Francisco VA Medical Center at Ft Miley in a schizophrenia research lab.
In 1988 I embarked on a 20-year career with the US Army Reserves where I served as an Armorer, Drill Sergeant, and Combat Medic Instructor.
From the Blog
The Disguised Escape of Marie Antoinette: Her Flight Revolutionary France
In one of the most dramatic episodes of the French Revolution, Marie Antoinette, the infamous Queen of France, attempted a daring escape in disguise. Known as the Flight to Varennes, this attempted getaway was a final effort to evade the revolutionary fervor that was rapidly consuming France. However, the disguised escape of Marie Antoinette and King Louis XVI would ultimately end in failure, marking a tragic turning point in French history. Let’s delve into the gripping details of this ill-fated escape and its lasting impact on the monarchy.
Dr. Mary Edwards Walker: The Civil War Surgeon
In the annals of Civil War history, few figures stand out like Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, the pioneering surgeon who defied societal norms and became the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor. As a Civil War surgeon, Walker’s courage and commitment to medicine made her an unforgettable figure in American history. From her groundbreaking medical career to her defiance of gender expectations, Dr. Walker left a lasting legacy that resonates to this day.
Politics and Betrayals of Ancient Rome
Perhaps no event captures the theme of politics and betrayals of Ancient Rome better than the assassination of Julius Caesar. A gifted general and reformer, Caesar’s rise to power sparked fear and resentment among Rome’s senators. After securing victory in the civil war against Pompey, Caesar declared himself dictator for life, a move that alarmed many of his peers who believed he was steering Rome toward tyranny.