Today in History: 1974 — Gerald Ford Becomes President
Our Only Commander-In-Chief Never Elected President or Vice-President The date was August 9, 1974 -- 50 years ago today -- when Gerald R. Ford was sworn in as the 38th…
Birdwatching With Steve — The Northern Mockingbird
The Masterful and Magnificent Mimic of Melody…and Machinery? We didn’t get off to a great start, me and mockingbirds. My first words spoken to any member of the Mimus polyglottos…
Today In History — 1976: Nadia Comăneci Takes the World of Sports By Storm
Remembering and Celebrating the Day When a Young Lady from Romania Captured the Hearts of People Across the World On this day -- the 18th of July -- in the…
Today in History: 1862 — Creation of the Medal of Honor
Examining the Origins of Our Nation's Highest Honor The Medal of Honor -- the highest military decoration in the United States -- holds a prestigious place in American history. Granted…
Today in History — 1914: The Assassination That Sparked the First World War
A Look Back at the Event Which Was the Catalyst for the Great War The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand -- the heir apparent to the Austro-Hungarian throne -- was…
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