George Raymond: A Captain of Integrity

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / December 7, 2022

Born in New York City, the legacy of George Raymond (1814-1899) began with a wintry gale as the hard pounding surf crashed against his ship, the Atalanta, off the...

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Once Upon a Time Came Standard Time

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / September 3, 2022

If you take a brief moment to think about it, our daily lives are completely consumed by time. Whether it pertains to our schedule or that of someone else,...

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Perseverance Dyed in the Wool

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / November 2, 2021

Clara Barton was a remarkable individual, whose efforts were challenged on the front lines every day fighting for acceptance, equality, and dignity with courage and compassion. Short in stature...

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The Winds of Dissension 

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

By 1765, the Bordentown stage line was well patronized among individuals crossing the terrain of New Jersey. From the days when it took four days to travel from Bordentown...

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Bordentown: The Dawn of Innovation

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

Following the end of the Revolutionary War and subsequent years with the implementation of the US Constitution, the adoption of the Bill of Rights, and the creation of political...

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The American Revolution and the Rhythm of War

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

Almost a decade had passed since Joseph Borden and other delegates from the colonies met within the walls of the Stamp Act Congress to address concerns over taxes legislated...

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The American Revolution: Standing at the Crossroads

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

In June of 1783, the Revolutionary War with England was drawing to a close. Although America had gained its independence as a self-governing nation, there were numerous revolts instigated...

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The American Revolution in the Arena of War: Part II

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

The Battle of Saratoga proved to be a major accomplishment for the Continental Army as it persuaded French officials to formalize an alliance of military strength with the American...

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Bordentown and the Portrait Maker

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

The high caliber impact that Gilbert Stuart left on the world of early American art is huge. His name resonates through the halls of well-maintained galleries where oiled portraits...

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Calling Bordentown Home

by Doug Kiovsky, BHS Vice President / August 18, 2021

If you look on the map of the state of New Jersey, you can pretty easily pinpoint where several destinations are located based on their geography. Cape May, High...

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