Before modern celebrations of Mother's Day, the ancient Greeks and Romans would honor their mother goddesses with festivals in their honor. Early Christians held a “Mothering Sunday” festival as well. This celebration was on the fourth Sunday in Lent and churches held a special service. Mother's Day In America In the United States the day was originally celebrated differently than … [Read more...]
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. It recognizes the achievements and contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. APAH Week Representative Frank Horton of New York introduced a House resolution to designate the first ten days of May as Asian-Pacific American Heritage Week. He introduced his resolution in June of 1977. Meanwhile, Senator Daniel … [Read more...]
World Press Freedom Day
May 3, 2021 marks the 30th Anniversary of World Press Freedom Day. It is a day for governments across the world to respect their commitment to freedom of the press. Media professionals reflect on the issues that occur in press freedom and professional ethics. Furthermore, World Press Freedom Day supports media targeted for the restraint, or abolition, of press freedom. This day also … [Read more...]
George Washington’s Inauguration
This Week in American History: On April 30, 1789 George Washington became the first President of the United States of America. Morning of Washington’s Inauguration At sunrise the artillery fired a military salute at Fort George, Maryland. Meanwhile, church bells began ringing throughout New York for an hour and a half starting at 9:00am. Afternoon of Washington’s … [Read more...]
Cancer Control Month
April is Cancer Control Month in the United States. It was approved for observance in 1943 under the guidance of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The month is intended to help ease the burdens brought on by cancer. Not just for those fighting cancer, but for family members of those with cancer. With great effort to educate people on how to decrease their chances of getting certain … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: The Battle of Lexington
This Week In American History: On April 19, 1775 at the Battle Of Lexington, seventy armed militiamen confronted seven hundred British troops. The British were attempting to capture Patriot leaders and seize Patriot weapons and gunpowder. A shot fired from an undetermined gun signaled the beginning of the American Revolution. The Battle of Lexington British troops marched into … [Read more...]
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