Early American culture, academia and Economics were defined by Prostestantism. Urban poverty in the emerging industrial economy split the older Protestant economists and the young evangelicals in a struggle for influence. The gradual acceptance of social reforms promoted by the evangelical economists made them the dominant voice of the first two decades of the 20th century.
Richard P. Gifford's "Thy Kingdom Come: Evolution, History, and the Bible" explores the intersection of biblical creation, evolutionary theory, and historical accounts of human origins. The paper integrates perspectives from the Bible, geology, paleontology, and anthropology to propose a unified view of human evolution. It suggests that while science can explain how humans evolved, the why remains a matter of faith, proposing that human uniqueness is rooted in divine creation and purpose.
Thunder in the Mountains by George M. Snead Jr. explores the last phases of the Apache Campaign against Geronimo in the late 1880s. The paper discusses the origins and movements of the Apache, key battles, and military strategies, highlighting the challenges faced by U.S. forces and Geronimo's resistance. It also critiques the treatment of the Apache post-surrender and the misattribution of credit among U.S. military leaders.
