Category Archives: History

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 →

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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

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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 →

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

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Stella

Twenty-nine years ago, June 12, 1987.

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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 →

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Memorial Day – Remembering Those Who Gave All

Posted on May 30, 2016 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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Honor Our Marines/Sailors/Soldiers/Airmen!

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Stella

Better late than not at all!

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Operation Dynamo: The Miracle of Dunkirk

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Stella

As odd as this may seem, I had never heard of the Dunkirk boat lift until four years ago, when I watched the movie, Mrs. Miniver (1942, Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon). Of course, when it happened I wasn’t born … Continue reading →

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Today In History – April 19

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Stella

Truly a date to remember! Many more notable events:

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U.S. deploys B-52 bombers to Middle East for the first time in 25 years

Posted on April 10, 2016 by Stella

Washington Times:

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