Category Archives: History

Japanese Surrender, WWII, USS Missouri

Posted on September 2, 2018 by Stella

Today marks the formal surrender ceremony of Japan at the end of WWII, which was performed in Tokyo Bay, Japan, aboard the battleship USS Missouri, September 2, 1945.

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U.S. History you may not know (I didn’t)

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Stella

Tara Ross In August of 1775, an Olive Branch petition from the American colonies arrived in London. It would be formally presented to the King on September 1. The Olive Branch Petition had been adopted by the Continental Congress mere … Continue reading →

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My thoughts on President Trump

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Stella

This morning I commented on a Facebook post by a friend regarding President Trump’s “mistakes” handling the death of John McCain. Here is the original post: Trump ought to practice magnanimity, as Churchill counseled. He is flawed. I support his … Continue reading →

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General Discussion, Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Stella
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Happy birthday, National Park Service!

Posted on August 25, 2018 by Stella

The National Park Service was established by Congress on August 25, 1916. The duties of the NPS are preserving the National Parks and other areas under their jurisdiction, while also making them accessible for public use. On August 25, 1916, … Continue reading →

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General Discussion, Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Stella

Harvest time  

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General Discussion, Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Stella

 

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General Discussion, Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Stella

 

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On this day in history …

Posted on August 2, 2018 by Stella

The most famous American document was signed – The Declaration of Independence. 56 very brave men literally put their lives on the line that day, and “with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence”, declared their intentions to … Continue reading →

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General Discussion, Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Stella

Today’s vacation state is Wyoming. So many interesting and beautiful things to see there, including Yellowstone National Park, Devil’s Tower and Grand Teton National Park.

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