About Tom Hand

Tom Hand created Americana Corner in 2020 to share informative stories of the momentous events, significant documents and influential leaders that helped create and shape our country. Through compelling articles and captivating videos, Tom hopes to rekindle a spirit of patriotism in his fellow Americans, and remind them of our nation’s incredible past and why our founding era still matters today.

He is the author of a growing series of books that reflect his deep commitment to early American History:

An American Triumph: America’s Founding Era through the Lives of Ben Franklin, George Washington, and John Adams –– an engaging narrative that blends the personal experiences and historic milestones of three Founding Fathers enriched by 130 images and a dozen detailed maps.

America Victorious: Lesser-Known Campaigns and Commanders That Helped Win American Independence –– a companion volume that highlights the lesser-known heroes who fought for our nation’s independence across countless battlefields in the early republic.

Tom’s passion for telling the Great American Story extends to preserving its cultural and historical treasures through the Preserving America program. This nationwide initiative supports a diverse range of projects through grants, fosters long-term partnerships with historical organizations, and hosts an annual conference that brings together leaders in preservation and public history to share best practices, exchange ideas, and inspire collaboration.

A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point (Class of 1982), Tom went on to create the Gilman Cheese Corporation after leaving the military. Now retired from business, Tom devotes his time to Americana Corner and serves on the Board of Trustees for the American Battlefield Trust. He has the good fortune to be married to his best friend, Char, who reviews all his work and provides unending support. He enjoys reading books on American history, classic novels, and playing his guitar.

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