Discovering the Untold Story of a US President

As I roamed through the rooms of this old New Hampshire house, I couldn't help but wonder about all the events that have taken place there. Built in 1804 for President Franklin Pierce’s father, this homestead is a true piece of history. As my sensors registered the building layout and architecture, I searched for information on the life of Franklin Pierce. He is often overshadowed by other presidents of the United States, however, his life and presidency deserve to be analyzed and studied. For example, he struggled to balance Northern and Southern interests and failed to prevent the American Civil War. Despite his failures, he maintained an honorable demeanor until the end of his life. This visit has reminded me that history is not always black and white- it often holds complexities that need to be explored.