About Us – Heartfelt History™

About Us

Who We Are

Heartfelt History is more than a storytelling initiative, it’s a network of projects dedicated to bringing America’s past to life with emotional resonance, historical accuracy, and civic warmth. Founded by Anthony Maydwell, we curate narratives that honor resilience, restore credit to overlooked figures, and connect communities with the lessons of history.

History That Fascinates & Connects Us

At Heartfelt History, we believe the past is more than a collection of dates and names, it’s a living dialogue that shapes who we are today. To truly understand America, we must look deeper: beyond the headlines, beyond the myths, and into the lives of the people whose resilience, creativity, and courage built this nation.

September 1
An image of the interior of Pullman's Palace Sleeping Car, Palmyra, from…
April 4
Transfer steamer "Maryland" on the beach at Vineyard Haven (Martha’s Vineyard), Massachusetts.…
October 23
“By the provisions of the Federal Constitution, a Vice-President of the United…
September 29
On September 29, 1690 William Rittenhouse leased property from a Philadelphia merchant…
June 3
Correspondence (c. 1895) by American impressionist Theodore Robinson who was born on…
September 3
Springfield, Illinois, September 3, 1856 Fourteen years into her marriage Mary Todd…
January 2
On January 2, 1929, U.S. and Canadian officials signed an agreement to…
January 31
The Monument to American Mothers in Washington That Never Came to Be…
January 7
Congress designated January 7, 1789 as the date for choosing the electors…
January 10
On January 10, 1776 Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine but published…
Radiant Olympians: Victorious American Athletes (Part 1)
Determination, sacrifice, accomplishment. These are just a few traits that one appreciates when…
Unforgettable Images of Old Glory during WWII
From the time of Betsy Ross to this very day the symbol…
We Hold These Truths
"Independence, they find that those old men say that 'We hold these…
Ghosts In The Jungle: The Alamo Scouts of WWII
In the lush, dark jungles of the Southwest Pacific, where maps were…
From Comrades to Compromise: The 1877 Grant-Hayes Transition
For years before any votes were tallied, Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford…
A 12th Air Force Christmas, Foggia, Italy, 1943 – by Roger Keehner
        History books of World War 2 talk about the military…
Here individuals of all nations are melted into a new race of men…
"He is an American, who leaving behind him all his ancient prejudices…
Five Daguerreotypes of Frederick Douglass and the histories behind them
Frederick Douglass viewed photography as a revolution in and of itself during…
Grant on Lincoln: Trust, Action, and Steadfast Support
Grant's writing of his Personal Memoirs (in 1885) represented much more than…
Life of William Henry Harrison
William Henry Harrison c. 1813 by Rembrandt Peale, public domain via Wikimedia…
Clear the Way: Philadelphia’s Irish Regiment in the Civil War
They came out of Kensington brickyards, Southwark boarding houses, river‑ward taverns, and…
Penn’s Promise: The City of Brotherly Love
William Penn had more in mind for Philadelphia than just a collection…
Benjamin Franklin’s Own Words on How to Stay Warm in Winter
Benjamin Franklin didn’t just endure winter — he studied it. Across his…

American History Brought To Life

History fascinates because it reveals unexpected connections. It connects us because the struggles and triumphs of those before us echo in our own lives. By exploring these stories with care and emotional resonance, we uncover not just what happened, but why it matters now.
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Our Mission

We believe history is not just a record of events, but a living dialogue between past and present.

Our mission is to:

Spotlight resilience: Sharing stories of individuals and communities who overcame adversity.
Restore credit: Honoring marginalized figures whose contributions shaped medicine, civic life, and cultural traditions.
Thread emotion into fact: Pairing archival accuracy with poetic storytelling that resonates across generations.
Engage communities: Creating outreach that connects local businesses, civic campaigns, and cultural institutions with history’s enduring lessons.

Why It Matters

History is more than dates and names, it’s the heartbeat of our shared humanity. By threading emotional warmth into archival truth, Heartfelt History and its family of initiatives invite audiences to see themselves in the struggles and triumphs of those who came before.

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We’ve built our business centered around the core promise of providing viewers with top-notch historically relevant content through blogs and products.
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A vibrant community of storytellers, educators, and history enthusiasts who share insights, captions, and discussions that keep history alive in everyday conversation.

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Whether you’re exploring our galleries, shopping for keepsakes, or engaging with our daily storytelling, Heartfelt History welcomes you into a community that believes the past can inspire a more compassionate future.

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