National Airborne Day August 16th is National Airborne Day. In 2001 then President George W. Bush chose this day to recognize, past, present and future Airborne soldiers. The day also commemorates the first use of American paratroopers in combat on August 16, 1942. History August 13 – August 16, 1940 Fort Benning, Georgia, “a platoon of Soldiers completed four days of parachute … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Lucy Stone
This Week In American History: On August 13, 1818 Lucy Stone was born. She was the first woman in Massachusetts to earn a college degree. Her life was dedicated to fighting for the abolition of slavery and women’s suffrage. She helped found the American Woman Suffrage Association (AWSA). Lucy Stone’s Early Years Hannah Matthews Stone gave birth to Lucy Stone on August 13, 1818 in … [Read more...]
Getting Your Alaska Learner’s Permit
Turning 14 and want to start driving? The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires all new teen drivers to follow specific guidelines when applying for their first driver's license. The first step is getting you Alaska learner's permit. During this process, teens gain the road experience and knowledge you need to become a safe, responsible driver. Alaska Learner's … [Read more...]
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People occurs annually on August 9th each year. The day commemorates the United Nations Working Group on Indigenous Populations' first meeting, held in 1982. Observation of the day focuses on protecting and promoting the rights of the world’s indigenous population. There are an estimated 370 million indigenous people. Living in over 90 … [Read more...]
The George C. Thomas Memorial Library
This week in Alaskan History: The George C. Thomas Memorial Library was opened to the public on August 4, 1909. The library was turned over to the City of Fairbanks in 1942. The FNSB was created in 1964 and four years later the City of Fairbanks gave the Thomas Memorial Library to the Borough. George C. Thomas Becomes Aware of Fairbanks’ Lack of A Library Fairbanks came into being … [Read more...]
International Assistance Dog Week
August 1-7, 2021 is International Assistance Dog Week (IADW). IADW purpose is to “recognize all the devoted, hardworking assistance dogs helping individuals mitigate their disability related limitations.” The organization works to promote assistance dogs and resources for those in need of assistance dogs. Background International Assistance Dog Week was established through the … [Read more...]
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