Category Archives: History

The Trump White House releases a video series leading up to America’s 250th birthday: ‘Road to Independence’

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Stella

The Trump administration established a task force to plan a year of celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary Hillsdale College President Larry P. Arnn shares introduction to ‘Road to Independence’ video series. This introductory video launches a series of lectures put … Continue reading →

Posted in 47th President Trump, History, Uncategorized, White House | 2 Comments

Today in history: Paul Revere’s ride

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Stella

Exactly 250 years ago today. The historical truth. Tara Ross On this day in 1775, Paul Revere makes his famous ride. I am so sorry to tell you that he did not really yell “the British are coming!” as he … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Patriotism, Poetry | 2 Comments

First Class on RMS Titanic

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Stella

RMS Titanic sank on 15 April 1912 in the North Atlantic Ocean. The largest ocean liner in service at the time, Titanic was four days into her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, with an estimated 2,224 … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Mike Rowe: The INCREDIBLE Story Behind the National Anthem

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Stella
Posted in History, Patriotism, Uncategorized | Leave a comment

JFK Assassination Expert Reacts to Trump’s Effort to Declassify Files, and What You Should Expect

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Stella

Tucker interviews Jefferson Morley on the real reason it’s taken 63 years to get the JFK documents — and how we’ll know when they’re all released.

Posted in CIA, History | Leave a comment

Song of the day – Heartbreak Hotel

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Stella

Elvis Presley,  born January 8, 1935. Today would be his 90th birthday. In his honor, here is his first #1 hit record, from 1956, when he was 21 years old: “Heartbreak Hotel” was written in 1955 by Mae Boren Axton — mother … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Music | 1 Comment

Story of the day – Mr. Edwards meets Santa Claus (Laura Ingalls Wilder)

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Stella

“The real things haven’t changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong.”   — Laura Ingalls Wilder  This … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, History, Holidays, Story, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

Pearl Harbor – We still remember

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Stella

83 years ago today. On December 7, 1941, an event occurred which was horrific in itself, but one that also sealed the fate of the United States to war with Japan.

Posted in History, Military, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Know Your History!

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Stella
Posted in government corruption, History, Quote | 1 Comment

Notre Dame, Restored

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Stella

In our discussion about the destruction by fire of Notre Dame cathedral, and her rebuilding, Menagerie wrote on April 17, 2019: As moving as the altar is the statue of Mary holding Christ. Notre Dame, Our Lady, always presenting Christ … Continue reading →

Posted in 47th President Trump, History, Religion | 1 Comment