Executive Order 10730 September 23, 2022 marks the 65th anniversary of Executive Order 10730: Desegregation of Central High School (1957). President Eisenhower signed the order in reaction to the “Little Rock Crisis.” On the eve of desegregation of Little Rock Central High School; Arkansas Governor Faubus called the National Guard to “preserve order.” However, it was later revealed, … [Read more...]
P.O.W. Jessica Lynch Returns to the U.S.
Jessica Dawn Lynch served as a United States Army soldier in the 2003 invasion of Iraq as a private first class. On March 23, 2003, she served as a unit supply specialist with the 507th Maintenance Company when her convoy was ambushed by Iraqi troops. She became seriously injured resulting her capture from the Iraqi troops. Tragically, Lynch became a Prisoner of War. The U.S. Special … [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...]
Pledge Of Allegiance Day
What is Pledge of Allegiance Day? Pledge of Allegiance Day honors the words expressing patriotism for the United States of America. In 1887, Captain George T. Balch penned the original pledge. Five years later, Francis Bellamy wrote a variation. In 1923, the National Flag Conference adopted the Pledge, created by Francis Bellamy. The Pledge has gone through five variations … [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...]
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...]
