Ronald Campbell
Ronald T. Campbell of Hampton, New Hampshire is a professional writer and photographer whose lifelong hobby is studying history. He has explored many North American battlefields, including Antietam, Appomattox, Atlanta, Chancellorsville, Fort Niagara, Fort Ticonderoga, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Harper’s Ferry, Manassas (Bull Run), Monocacy, New Market, Petersburg (The Crater), Richmond, Valley Forge, and Yorktown.
Ron writes a blog called Walk Portsmouth about seacoast New Hampshire that features past and present photographs of historic homes and buildings. His EBook about Portsmouth is called Historic Portsmouth, NH Walking Tour.
His photographs have appeared online in NowPublic news articles, the Schmap guides, and Home & Abroad. The March 2009 edition of Britain at War magazine included his photo of the Sopwith Camel at London’s Imperial War Museum.
In December 2010, he received an Editor’s Choice Award from Suite101 for the following article:
A Brief History of the Million Dollar Pier in Atlantic City – Captain Young's Million Dollar Pier, opened in 1905, was a half-mile-long entertainment complex that included a theater, ballroom, and his palatial home.
Latest Articles
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Tragic Tale of Ruth Blay: The Last Woman Hanged in New Hampshire
Portsmouth, N. H. executed Ruth Blay, in 1768, for concealing the birth of her illegitimate child. A lurid version of the event became a part of local lore.
Oct 25, 2011
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Atlantic City's Shelburne Hotel was a Celebrity Sanctuary
An Atlantic City refuge for many world-famous celebrities, the elegant Shelburne was razed in 1984 and later replaced by Bally's Wild Wild West Casino.
Apr 6, 2011
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The Feral Cats of Atlantic City are a Boardwalk Attraction
Thanks to the efforts of Alley Cat Allies, Atlantic City visitors can enjoy the antics of healthy feral cats that live under the Boardwalk.
Mar 29, 2011
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The Sky's the Limit Starring Fred Astaire Needs to be Saved
RKO Radio Pictures released The Sky's the Limit starring Fred Astaire and Joan Leslie in 1943. Sadly, the film is not available on DVD in the U. S.
Mar 17, 2011
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War of 1812: Battle of Fort McHenry, September 13-14, 1814
The Royal Navy approaches Baltimore Harbor and bombards Fort McHenry for twenty-five hours but is unable to force its surrender.
Mar 14, 2011
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War of 1812: The Battle of North Point, September 12, 1814
The Battle of Baltimore begins with an infantry engagement between Maryland militia and veteran British troops at the Battle of North Point.
Mar 9, 2011
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War of 1812: The British Burning of Washington, August 25, 1814
A British raiding party destroys most of the government buildings in Washington D. C., including the White House and the U. S. Capitol.
Mar 7, 2011
- Ronald Campbell
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War of 1812: The Battle of Bladensburg, August 24, 1814
Veteran British troops from Wellington's army in France invade the U. S. near Washington in retaliation for American invasions of Canada.
Mar 3, 2011
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Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada
Everyone feels like a star at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, one of the hottest and hippest destinations on the fabulous Las Vegas Strip.
Feb 25, 2011
- Ronald Campbell
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Imperial Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Imperial Palace Las Vegas, located in the center of The Strip, features dog-friendly guestrooms, The Embers steakhouse, and a must-see car collection.
Feb 23, 2011
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