Category Archives: History

Phyllis Schlafly, 1924-2016 – Call Her Mrs.

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Stella

I ran across this bio of Phyllis Schlafly, written by Ann Coulter in 2002. If your knowledge of Phyllis is only recent, this will fill you in about who Phyllis was, and the things that she did.  I hope you … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Politics, The Culture | 21 Comments

Do You Remember September 5, 1972?

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Stella

Originally posted in December, 2015. WeeWeed just posted an article from the NYT, describing how two of the widows of men who were killed in Munich, as members of the Israeli Olympic team, after twenty years, finally see the photos … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Terrorism, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

This Day in History: V-J Day effectively ends World War II

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Stella

TaraRoss.com: On this day in 1945, a formal surrender ceremony is held aboard the USS Missouri. Today is the anniversary of V-J Day! On this day, World War II effectively came to an end.

Posted in Government, History, Politics, Uncategorized | 4 Comments

Did Reagan Endorse Gerald Ford in 1976?

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Stella

There has been some discussion on social media, and comments by Mark Levin, Red State, and others stating that Ronald Reagan never endorsed Gerald Ford as President. Did he or didn’t he? For those who believe that Ronald Reagan didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 Presidential Race, History, Politics | 32 Comments

One Giant Leap For Mankind – July 20, 1969

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Stella

47 years ago today, the first manned space craft landed on the moon. Most people who are old enough to remember can tell you what they were doing that day, and watched the live broadcast on television.

Posted in History, Nostalgia, Uncategorized | 17 Comments

Celebrate!

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Stella

I cry when I listen to this song, but I feel pride at the same time. I’m celebrating my country today, its Independence, its beauty, and essential goodness. You all know that about half of the population says that they … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Holidays, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

TWA 800: If you saw something, say something

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Stella

Jack Cashill seeks more testimony about downing of plane over Long Island

Posted in Government, History, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

In Honor Of Our Country – And Her Flag!

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Stella

Today, June 14, is Flag Day.  In her honor, a bit of music and a bit of history. On September 14 it will be 202 years since the Battle of Baltimore, and the siege on Ft. McHenry.  At the famous … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Holidays, The Culture, Uncategorized | 8 Comments

Mr. Gorbachev, Open this gate, Tear down this wall!

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Stella

Twenty-nine years ago, June 12, 1987.

Posted in History, Uncategorized | 7 Comments

The Heroes Of Normandy, June 6, 1944

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Stella

To commemorate the Allied invasion of Europe, which began 72 years ago today, here is one of my favorite speeches, delivered 32 years ago at Pointe du Hoc, Normandy, by Ronald Reagan.  The text can be found here.  June 5 … Continue reading →

Posted in History, The Culture, Uncategorized | 33 Comments