1965 Civil Rights March March 7, 1965: the Selma Civil Rights March took place almost 100 years after the Civil War. Although so much had changed, the country was still steeped in racial inequality and overt racism. As well as, “separate, but equal” standards of living; due to Jim Crow. Although Congress passed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, African Americans saw little change. … [Read more...]
America’s Original Inauguration Day
This Week In American History: In America the president of the United States is inaugurated every four years on January 20th. However, the original dates for presidential inaugurations: March 4th. It wasn’t until the second inauguration of President Roosevelt the date changed to January 20th. Now Inauguration Day is January 20th and the president’s term of office officially begins on … [Read more...]
Persian Gulf War Ends
Historical Conflict On August 2, 1990 Iraq invaded Kuwait, sparking the international conflict known as the Persian Gulf War. Saddam Hussein lead the invasion with an eye to acquire the nation’s largest oil reserve. However, Hussein also sought to expand Iraq’s region of power. This would mark the first international crisis since the end of the Cold War. The Persian Gulf War “would … [Read more...]
Mt. McKinley National Park Established
This Week in Alaska History: The annual celebration of the creation of Mt. McKinley National Park is on February 26. This park has the highest point in the United States at 20,320 feet above sea level. The wildlife is plentiful in this park along with beautiful sights to see. Not surprisingly, tourists from all over the world travel to see what this park is all about. Who Established … [Read more...]
Ice and Snow Driving Safety Tips
Ice and snow driving safety tips: winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In these frigid months, it is important to prepare yourself – and your vehicle - for any situation you may encounter. Whether it is ensuring that your vehicle has the proper tires for rough conditions or just slowing down in general, the following ice and snow driving safety tips may just come … [Read more...]
The Statue of Liberty Is Patented
This Week In American History: Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi was the French sculptor most famous for Liberty Enlightening the World, also known as the Statue of Liberty. On February 18, 1879 the United States Patent and Trademark Office granted Bartholdi a design patent for the Statue of Liberty. A Trademark vs. A Design Patent A trademark is a recognizable sign, phrase, or symbol … [Read more...]
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