William H. Benson earned his degree in history in 1976. He taught history at a junior high school and also at a community college. Since 1992, he has written a biweekly newspaper c...view moreWilliam H. Benson earned his degree in history in 1976. He taught history at a junior high school and also at a community college. Since 1992, he has written a biweekly newspaper column that examines historical events and ideas.view less