On July 4th, 1776 delegates of the Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence. The day is remembered as the true start of America’s independence from Britain. The day has been one of celebration since 1776. In 1870 the U.S. Congress made the 4th of July and federal holiday. History of the Day Although the Continental Congress voted for the Declaration … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: The Civil Rights Act of 1964
This Week In American History: On July 2, 1964 President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which ended segregation in public places and banned employment discrimination on the basis of races, color, religion, sex, or nation of origin. It is considered one of the most important pieces of legislation of the civil rights movement. Beginnings of The Civil Rights … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Sally Ride
This Week In American History: On June 18, 1983 Sally Ride became the first American woman to go up in space as a crew member of the space shuttle Challenger STS-7. She served as the flight engineer during the mission. Sally Ride’s Early Life Sally Ride was born on May 26, 1951 in Encino, California. Ride played tennis as a child. Eventually, she won a tennis scholarship to the … [Read more...]
Flag Day in America
Flag Day June 14 is Flag Day in the United States. The day became one of celebration in 1916, enacted under President Woodrow Wilson. This date marks the anniversary of the Second Constitutional Convention passing a resolution for “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new … [Read more...]
America the Beautiful
June 6th - June 12th, 2021 is America the Beautiful Week. The intention is to celebrate the beautiful landscapes and landmarks in the United States. While encouraging everyone to take pride in the beauty of their state. As well as, take a moment to appreciate the many things that make their state beautiful. For examples, Alaskans, even from afar can view Denali's majestic peak. … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Robert F. Kennedy
This Week In American History: On June 5, 1968 Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated. At the time of his passing, Robert Kennedy was running for the presidency on a platform of fighting against racial discrimination, economic injustice, and speaking out against the Vietnam War. Robert F. Kennedy’s Beginnings Robert Francis Kennedy was born in Brookline, Massachusetts on November 20, … [Read more...]
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