This is so exciting for me! It was requested that I write about a specific moment in history. Do a happy dance. It's like a dream come true for a wannabe historian. In my office, I finally looked at what was expected of me. Crap! It's the first time I've heard of the Night Witches!... Continue Reading →
History of nasty presidential elections in America.
Friends! In honor of 2020 election day and the nail-biting results, I have decided to talk about presidential elections in history. Now, before you ask, you may not know who I voted for. After reading some nasty comments on Twitter and Facebook, I prefer to keep my opinions to myself. All you need to know... Continue Reading →
Henry Ford- American Hero or Villian?
The age-old question- Ford or Chevy? It has broken relationships and started wars in families. Facebook pages have been set up for supporters. There have been many people who have stayed up all night waiting for the latest and greatest vehicles to be released. As American icons go, it is a way of life, a... Continue Reading →
President Warren G. Harding…why is he considered the worst President?
I have understood since I was a child that President Harding was the most unpopular president in American history. He must have done some terrible things to deserve this honor over Andrew Jackson, who was instrumental in forcing Native Americans from their homelands. The Watergate scandal led President Richard Nixon to resign from office. In... Continue Reading →
The end of the Gilded Age in America- 1870-1900
Let's travel back to 1919 when 2 million soldiers returned to celebrate World War I's victory. World War I victory parade: Sailors march past the reviewing stand in front of the Public Library, New York, 27 December 1918 (NH 2650). As the war veterans march, a cheering crowd of optimistic Americans can be heard for... Continue Reading →
Fall in Alaska is celebrating life and death at the same time.
After another grueling day of phone calls and problem-solving, I went for my daily walk this afternoon. Today was the day that, with everyone's positive encounter, there was another tugging at my heartstrings. I needed to recharge and refresh my energy. I walk to think about my book, argue ideas, and spy on my neighbor's... Continue Reading →