In honor of the 4th of July I'm re-posting my 4th of July post from 2009. Chester by William Billings became a popular anthem during the American Revolution. Chester and Yankee Doodle were probably the most popular songs during the American Revolution. Billings was an American composer born in Boston in 1746. He … Continue reading Happy Birthday America
Happy 4th
Have a safe and happy 4th.
Top 10: Interesting American History Facts
#10: Captain John Smith created the first U.S. tourism marketing campaign when he coined the term New England. #9: The first law code in the U.S. Dale's Code of Laws Divine, Morall, and Martial was enacted in 1611 in Jamestown. #8: George Washington gave the shortest inaugural speech of any president. #7: The last letter written … Continue reading Top 10: Interesting American History Facts
Song Challenge Day 6
The song of the day is a song that reminds of you of somewhere. Well here it is, Who Let the Dogs Out? by the Baha Men. Yes, I know it is possibly one of the most annoying songs ever. However, the event where I saw or rather heard them was cool. We were in … Continue reading Song Challenge Day 6
Chester: An Early American Anthem
Chester by William Billings became a popular anthem during the American Revolution. Chester and Yankee Doodle were probably the most popular songs during the American Revolution. Billings was an American composer born in Boston in 1746. He is considered one of the foremost early American composers. Billings also penned David's Lamination, a song that … Continue reading Chester: An Early American Anthem
More 4th of July Festivities
Hope your 4th of July weekend is going well. Found this today and though I would share it with you. It is the Muppets version of Stars and Stripes featuring Sam the Eagle. Enjoy ~ D.
Sky Watch Friday: Old Glory
Happy 4th of July. For more Sky Watch visit Tom.
