Category Archives: History

Song of the day – Heartbreak Hotel

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Stella

Elvis Presley,  born January 8, 1935. Today would be his 89th 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 →

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

Posted on December 27, 2023 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 →

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Pearl Harbor – We still remember

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Stella

82 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.

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A Military Thanksgiving during World War 2

Posted on November 15, 2023 by Stella

If you don’t watch Max Miller’s Tasting History, well, in my opinion you should! Seems to me that this is an appropriate topic for November – just after Veteran’s Day, and just before Thanksgiving!

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PragerU: The Middle East Conflict Part 2 (Marathon)

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Stella
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PragerU: The history of the middle east conflict

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Stella

Part One (Marathon). A compilation of various PragerU videos.

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Things to come: The Fourth Turning

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Stella

Deuteronomy 6: 6&7 ” …..These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie … Continue reading →

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Goodbye, Columbus Day

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Stella

Traditionally, Columbus Day fell on October 12, but because all bank holidays must produce a 3-day weekend, this year we celebrate it on Monday, October 9. Frankly, I don’t know why they even bother (except to give government and other … Continue reading →

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Neil Oliver: Love Him Or Loathe Him – You Decide! – episode 89

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Stella

Another of his “Love Letters” to the British Isles, it is Neil’s story about a man who I admire. A flawed man, a strong man, a leader who stood alone to lead his country at a time when he was … Continue reading →

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Digging Band of Brothers: Time Team Special with Tony Robinson

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Stella

If you like history programming, or have an interest in the military, particularly WWII, I think you will enjoy this program. It was just released to YouTube today. If you have never seen any of the Time Team television programs … Continue reading →

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