Category Archives: History

Buzz Gives A Secret Thanks While On The Moon

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Stella

The first liquid ever poured on the moon was wine. It was consumed by Buzz Aldrin, along with a consecrated wafer, in Holy Communion. Bill Whittle tells the incredible story of American astronauts paid tribute to their faith and their … Continue reading →

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America Is A Great Nation And A Work-In-Progress | Something To Stand For #60 | The Way I Heard It

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Stella

I wrote a story about a few of the lesser-known events surrounding the writing of The Star-Spangled Banner. In particular, the role of two teenagers and a runaway slave on the outcome of that most consequential battle. Growing up in … Continue reading →

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In Honor Of Our Country – And Her Flag!

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Stella

Today, June 14, is Flag Day.  In her honor, a bit of music and a bit of history. September 14 marks the anniversary  of the Battle of Baltimore, and the siege on Ft. McHenry.  At the famous battle, Francis Scott … Continue reading →

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Respect The Flag

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Stella

“When we don’t respect the flag enough to fight for it, we will be the weakest generation.” Jon McNaughton Full quote: I painted President Trump picking up a shredded and trampled flag off the football field. He holds a wet … Continue reading →

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D-Day. June 6, 1944

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Stella

81 years ago today, on Tuesday, June 6, 1944, the Allied invasion of Normandy began with Operation Overlord. Better known as D-Day , it was the largest seaborne invasion in history. The operation began the liberation of German-occupied northwestern Europe … Continue reading →

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The Last Meal Before D-Day

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Stella

Max Miller explains another side of D-Day!

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Operation Fortitude: D-Day’s Parachuting Dummies and Inflatable Tanks

Posted on June 4, 2025 by Stella

From IWM.ORG (Imperial War Museums) The Germans knew that at some stage the Allies would launch a cross-Channel invasion, but they were unsure of exactly where or when it would take place. As a crucial part of their preparations for D-Day (6 … Continue reading →

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Operation Dynamo: The Miracle of Dunkirk

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Stella

This is a repeat post. A few years ago I watched the movie, Darkest Hour (2017), about the period leading up to the rescue of the British soldiers at Dunkirk and Churchill’s famous speech (see below). Although, like all movies, … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day – Remembering Those Who Gave All

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Stella

Memorial Day originated as Decoration Day after the Civil War, established as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers and flags.

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VE Day: Celebrations across London for 80 year anniversary

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Stella

Wouldn’t it be great if we could have a celebration like this one every year? The Brits really know how to put on a show.

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