April 17: Dr. Archibald Alexander

The Rev. Archibald Alexander, D.D., LL.D. (April 17, 1772 – Oct. 22, 1851) The Rev. Dr. Archibald Alexander was born near Lexington, Va., on April 17, 1772. His classical and theological studies…

September 23: William Holmes McGuffey

Home School Education in the Nineteenth Century They are still being used today!  McGuffey Readers, that is.  But what an important force they have had from the early days of our land up…

April 11: George Addison Baxter

"Old Rex" In 1812, the Synod of Virginia resolved to establish within its boundaries a theological seminary. Thus began Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia. To lead the school, the…