by Criswell | Apr 30, 2020 | Holidays
You’ve Got a Lot to Look Forward To in 2021! Well, here we are…it’s the very first day of the year. And, whether you realize it or not, you’ve got lots to look forward to. During this day, and the 364 that follow it, you’ll have...
by Criswell | Apr 30, 2020 | Amazing America, Famous People
Christopher Columbus: In 1492 He Sailed into History Christopher Columbus was the famous Italian navigator and explorer who discovered the “New World” — America — in 1492. The expedition was paid for by King Ferdinand of Spain. On his famous...
by Criswell | Apr 30, 2020 | Holidays
Happy Columbus Day! Christopher Columbus was the famous Italian navigator and explorer who discovered the “New World” — America — in 1492. The expedition was paid for by King Ferdinand of Spain. On his famous voyage, Columbus sailed across the...
by Criswell | Apr 30, 2020 | Historic Events
The Emancipation Proclamation The Emancipation Proclamation was an order by U.S. president Abraham Lincoln that freed all 3.5 million slaves who lived the the Confederate states. The proclamation came in two parts. The first part was issued by Lincoln on this day in...
by Criswell | Apr 30, 2020 | Amazing America, Places
The Golden Gate: An Amazing Bridge!The Golden Gate Bridge is famous the world over. Located in the state of California, it connects San Francisco to nearby Marin County. The picture you see here is a drawing that appeared on a old postcard. As you can see, the bridge...
