About Tom Hand

Tom Hand is the founder and publisher of Americana Corner, a platform he launched in 2020 to share and preserve the story of America's founding era. Through weekly articles and videos, Tom brings to life the pivotal events, foundational documents, and influential figures who shaped the United States, aiming to rekindle a spirit of patriotism and historical appreciation in his fellow citizens.

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 Grant program, funded through Tom’s Americana Corner Foundation. This nationwide initiative supports a diverse range of projects through grants, fosters long-term partnerships with historical organizations, and annually hosts the Preserving America 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 later founded and led Gilman Cheese Corporation. Now retired from business, he devotes his time to Americana Corner and serves on the Board of Trustees for the American Battlefield Trust. He lives with his wife, Char—who reviews all his work and is his biggest supporter—and enjoys American history, classic literature, and playing the guitar.

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