About the Author Andrew Van Camp graduated from Heidelberg College in 2006 where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and archaeology. He pursued his Master of Arts in History at Bowling Green State University and earned the degree in 2008. This website was created in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree. Andrew will continue his academic career at Bowling Green State University for his Ph.D. in History. Andrew's interests include mid-nineteenth century American history and public history. Andrew may be reached at andrewv@bgnet.bgsu.edu. Acknowledgements The Gillespie Collection is currently owned by Dick Rogers, a resident of Bowling Green, Ohio. All materials were used with permission. No portion of this website may be reproduced without prior express written consent from the owner and/or author of the material. Thank you for your interest in this website. |