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White House Easter Egg Roll
The White House Easter Egg Roll has been a cherished tradition in Washington, D.C. since 1878. Initially held at the U.S. Capitol, it was moved to the South Lawn due to concerns about the landscape. Over the years, it has involved egg rolling, folk dancing, and live music, with presidents and their families joining in…
Scottish? Irish? Who are Ulster Scots. ☘️
This content delves into the unique heritage of the Scots-Irish, tracing their origins from Ulster, Ireland to their migration to America. It explains the historical background of Ulster and the factors driving Scottish migration, offering insights into their impact on American history. The narrative also touches on the famous Scots-Irish figure, Andrew Jackson.
The Forgotten First Ladies.
First ladies of the White House are widely celebrated, but the contributions of White House hostesses, often relatives or friends of the president, are often overlooked. Martha Jefferson Randolph, Priscilla Cooper Tyler, and Rose Cleveland played crucial roles as hostesses, impacting social events and even political matters. Their significance challenges the traditional definition of a…
Giving Thanks at the White House
Thanksgiving at the White House is a quiet, personal holiday typically celebrated with friends and family. With origins dating back to President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation in 1863, it’s marked by the annual turkey pardon. While the tradition of officially pardishing a turkey has evolved over the years, it remains a classic Thanksgiving event at the…
Happy Birthday, America
The Bald Eagle in my yard joins me in wishing a Happy 247th Birthday, America!
Juneteenth.
Today is Juneteenth. I thought I’d tell you about its significance and about Sojourner Truth, a most remarkable woman from that time.
Who is the Most Attractive US President of All Time?
Sharing from the History That Doesn’t Suck” podcast a story about Rutherford B. Hayes.
A Civil War Story
John Reuben Carver, my third great-grandfather, served in the Civil War as a private in the Union Army.
Sojourner Truth always was a powerful singer.
From The Daily Dig By Susannah Black In 1844, in a field outside the town of Northampton, Massachusetts, a gang of young men showed up at a revival meeting, making trouble. The meeting’s organizers grew angry; the men – more than a hundred – redoubled their uproar. One of the meeting attendees, a forty-seven-year-old woman,…
Auld Lang Syne
Ever wonder what we were singing on New Year’s Eve for auld lang syne? Read on for the answer…
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