Many thanks to the Big Guy's grandfather and others who were there on June 6, 1944. General Dwight D. Eisenhower's message to the troops before embarking: Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force! You are about to embark upon a great crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of … Continue reading D-Day
7 December
To all of who served our country during World War II (and future wars) thank you. Franklin D. Roosevelt's Speech in response to the Japanese Bombing of Pearl Harbor given 8 December 1941
Top 10: Toy Stories
Today's post is spin off the American History Facts list I wrote a few months ago. In my research I found a reference to the creation of Lincoln Logs and Teddy Bears. Of course, I thought that it was the start of a new post. #10: Play-Doh was originally sold as wallpaper cleaner. (Source: Mental … Continue reading Top 10: Toy Stories
Top 10: More Interesting American History Facts
Several years ago I wrote Top 10: American History Facts. It has been a very popular post the last couple of weeks. Thought I would add a second installment. #10: The Red Cross has a Congressional charter even though it isn't a government agency. It was chartered in 1990 to provide disaster relief and provide … Continue reading Top 10: More Interesting American History Facts
D-Day
Due to my crazy schedule I almost missed posting something. Many thanks to the Big Guy's grandfather and others who were there on June 6, 1944. General Dwight D. Eisenhower's message to the troops before embarking: Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force! You are about to embark upon a great crusade, toward … Continue reading D-Day
A Brief History of Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving was observed the fall of 1621. Governor Bradford decreed there should be a day of thanks to celebrate harvest.(1) During colonial days thanksgiving was celebrated after the fall harvest however there was no uniform observance until October 1777. In 1789 George Washington became the first president to declare a Thanksgiving holiday.(2) Journalist … Continue reading A Brief History of Thanksgiving
Memorial Day: Thank You
Thank to all who have served or are currently serving our country. The Honor Flight Network , a non-profit organization, sponsors honor tour for our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit their memorials. Currently, priority is given to World War II veterans and terminally ill veterans.
