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...]
Presidents’ Day
Americans observe Presidents’ Day on the 3rd Monday of February each year. Many Americans honor this holiday with patriotic celebrations or remembrance ceremonies. Holiday History After President George Washington’s passing in 1799, Americans began celebrating his birthday. In 1879, Congress declared George Washington’s Birthday a federal holiday to be observed on his birth date, … [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...]
Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day Happy Valentine’s Day from the Merdes Law Office. February 14th is a day for the celebration of love in multiple countries across the globe and has an intriguing and complicated history. Although its origins remain unclear, the day's message remains the same: show love. A Day For Romance and Appreciation Over history, there have been three Saints who bore the … [Read more...]
International Women and Girls in Science Day
History February 11th is International Women and Girls in Science Day. In 2015, during The United Nations’ first High-Level World Women’s Health and Development Forum, participants realized most there were women in the sciences. From this revelation, new ideas developed for programs as well as a day of celebration for women in the sciences. In 2016, at the next year's conference, a … [Read more...]
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