Michael Rose
A self-proclaimed "Rebel without a Clue" or "Trouble without a Cause" (take your pick here), I'm married and the father of five boys. After serving n the United States Navy, my family and I returned to my hometown of St. Louis, MO, where we currently reside.
In my real life, I earn my living as an Unix/Linux Administrator. In addition, I do freelance web design and development..
Although I have always enjoyed writing, the few opportunities that I've had in the past twenty-plus years have been limited to Technical Writing only. Even then, it was only in the discharge of my professional responsibilities and duties, Dissatisfied with (what I perceive as) my creativity being so hampered, I've decided that it's high time to try my hand at writing about those things that I'm interested in. Currently, these things include:
- History - particularly those events and people either forgotten or glossed over in the recollection of our nations' storytellers and record keepers,
- Football (American) - I possess a great passion for the game and it's history, along with those players, coaches, and other characters who have made it and continue to make it America's most beloved sport, GO CHIEFS!
- All Things Geek -- this includes operating systems, applications, as well as all manner of gizmos and gadgets. If one has to wonder how or why when it comes to any of the aforementioned, rest assured I'm interested.
Of course, as is my nature, I respectfully reserve the right to add interests, change interests, and even lose interests depending on my mood.
Latest Articles
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The State(s) of Jefferson
"I hold it that a little rebellion now and then is a good thing...". Thomas Jefferson.
Apr 18, 2011
- Michael Rose
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The Confederados of Americana, Brazil
In the wake of the bloodbath known as the U.S. Civil War, a defeated people persevered in a new country. Despite rumors to the contrary, Dixie still lives!
Apr 9, 2011
- Michael Rose
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Reppler.com -- A Social Media Monitoring Service
Reppler.com provides a 'security net' for users of the internet;s most popular social network--Facebook.
Apr 8, 2011
- Michael Rose
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The First Casualty of the Civil War
Gunned down by a pro-slavery mob in Alton, Illinois, November 7, 1837, Elijah P. Lovejoy is considered by some to be the first casualty of the Civil War.
Apr 1, 2011
- Michael Rose
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The East St. Louis Massacre
East St. Louis, Illinois was the site of the worst race riot in twentieth century America on July 2, 1917.
Apr 1, 2011
- Michael Rose
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Sybil Ludington - The Female Paul Revere
On a rainy April night in 1777, sixteen-year-old Sybil Ludington embarked on a forty-mile trek,earning her rightful place amongst our American heroes.
Apr 1, 2011
- Michael Rose
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