Vol. 25, No. 45 — November 12, 2020
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1780s?
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The 1780s were a decade of transition from the Age of Enlightenment to the Industrial Revolution. It was big on philosophy, laying the foundations of modern philosophy we still use today. The American Revolution, new inventions, and scientific discoveries all made this decade unique in our planet’s history...
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Famous Civil War Battlefields
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So, if you’re planning on trekking to one of the famous Civil War battlefields across the country, which ones should be on the top of your list?
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1790s?
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The 1790s were a decade of political upheaval around the world, but most particularly in France. The United States was a new nation, just getting its footing in the world. Scandinavia and Great Britain also saw some smaller upheavals of their own. These are the highlights of that decade that would have affected our ancestors...
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William Floyd: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
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William Floyd was a signer of the Declaration of Independence from New York. He had a rather storied and successful political career there, of which being a delegate to the Continental Congress was only a small part. A career politician, William’s name is still well-known in New York today. This is his personal story...
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A History of Veterans Day
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Do you know the history of Veterans Day? Since our nation celebrates it on November 11, we should all know how the holiday originated. Here are the details...
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Photography Clips: Organizing the Chaos
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The more elements in a photograph, the more difficult it is to organize. But I think it can benefit us to rise to this challenge and organize the chaos...
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Postcard Inspirations: Walt Disney: Mickey Mouse
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Arguably the most famous creation of Walt Disney, Mickey Mouse is an iconic cartoon character that is recognized around the world. No one knows why the public found the humble, anthropomorphized mouse so compelling, but his origin is well known. Here is the story of how Mickey Mouse was created...
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