Author of Fortitude book. Family historian. LCDR, U.S. Navy (ret). https://xitter.gq/t.co/jgGO0Zlbgi
Denton, TX
Joined January 2014
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Vintage B-Day Cards
Do you remember the excitement of receiving birthday cards in the mail when you were a child? This month's Fortitude post goes back in time for a look at vintage b-day cards and celebrates Moms who preserved these memories. dalespaulding.com/2026/10/15…
Don't Throw Away ALL the "Boring" stuff
Old recipe cards, handwritten notes, or stories may feel ordinary today—but to your descendants, they're priceless. Want to make a future family historian happy? Start preserving the “mundane” now! dalespaulding.com/2026/09/10…
Is Genealogy Biblical?
You know how much I love researching family history! In this month's Fortitude post, I address the question: Is Genealogy Biblical? Love to hear what you think - just leave your thoughts in the comments section of the post. dalespaulding.com/2026/08/16…
In this month's Fortitude post, I look back at previous milestone anniversaries of the USA. At the post's end you'll see a monument dedicated on July 4th honoring the Revolutionary War vets of Marlborough, NH to include my 5th GG Capt. Benjamin Spaulding. dalespaulding.com/2026/07/07…
Hero on D-Day—Murder Victim at Home
In this month’s Fortitude post, I remember the 82nd anniversary of D-Day by honoring a veteran who displayed extraordinary courage on Omaha Beach, only to have his life tragically cut short after returning home. dalespaulding.com/2026/06/14…
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The best college golf program in the country right now adds another national title, defeating UCLA in the finals.
2024 🏆
2026 🏆
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TIGERS TO THE NATTY! 🐅
Auburn will face UCLA in the championship match tomorrow afternoon!
165 years ago in 1861, my 3rd great-uncle Oscar enlisted in the Union Army. Serving in Co. A, 2nd Mass Inf. 15 months later, he was mortally wounded at the Battle of Cedar Mountain dying the day before his 20th b-day. On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you PVT Oscar Spaulding.
FORTITUDE'S 4TH ANNIVERSARY TODAY
Can’t believe it’s been 4 years now since my book was published. New updates released just a week ago! Check it out at: amazon.com/dp/1662915322/
THE TEXAS NAVY
Did you know that the Republic of Texas had a Navy before it became a state in 1845? Check out this month's Fortitude post to learn the story! #Navy #Texas dalespaulding.com/2026/05/15…
In this month's Fortitude post, I examine an interesting phenomenon that has occurred many times over the course of history called Historical Recurrence. Check it out and leave your thoughts in the comments section of the post. Thanks and enjoy! dalespaulding.com/2026/04/17…
On this 250th anniversary year of the USA's birth, I'm remembering my 5th GG, Benjamin Spaulding - born March 15, 1738 (288 years ago today). Captain Spaulding led a NH Militia during the American Revolution. Read his story in my book Fortitude at: dalespaulding.com
MEDAL OF HONOR
The story behind the Medal of Honor is a compelling chapter in American history. In this month's Fortitude blog, I explore the history of the medal and share a story of a Spalding who earned it. dalespaulding.com/2026/03/13…
Enjoyed a podcast conversation with the Ohio Genealogical Society Ex. Director. We explored how my Curious Cathy's Quirky Questions book and My Family History Journal can spark a lifelong interest in family history for kids through storytelling & writing. webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/ep…
Checked out my blog analytics and I'm closing in on views from 100 countries! From Argentina to Zimbabwe, 96 countries viewed posts from The Fortitude Blog over the past 4 years. If you enjoy interesting stories from history, please visit and SUBSCRIBE. dalespaulding.com/blog/
This month’s Fortitude post takes us back to the American Revolution, exploring the stories of American patriots captured by the British. Conditions aboard the prison ship HMS Jersey were so horrific that it earned the nickname “the floating hell.” dalespaulding.com/2026/02/12…
FAMILY HISTORY FOR KIDS
My wife Nancy are happy to announce that our books "Curious Cathy’s Quirky Questions:—and its companion, "My Family History Journal"—are BOTH now available on Amazon!
Book: amazon.com/dp/B0G1KJF1PX/
Journal: amazon.com/dp/B0G33JWYY9/
In this month's Fortitude post, I share the story of family patriot, Joseph Spaulding. On the day of his 19th birthday in 1775, Joseph answered the Lexington Alarm that began the American Revolution. Two months later, he fired the 1st shot at Bunker Hill. dalespaulding.com/2026/01/15…
#2 ON AMAZON
Our new children's book "Curious Cathy's Quirky Questions" is #2 on Amazon for New Releases in Children's Exploration books. You can still get copies before Christmas here: amazon.com/dp/B0G1KJF1PX
