Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the fifth of May. The fifth of May is a significant day for Mexicans, being the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, a battle between Mexican and French forces which has become symbolic of …[Continue]
10 Facts about Black History Month
The origin of Black History Month began in 1926. In actuality, it was only a week long and was coined, “Negro History Week.” Negro History Week was created by distinguished historian Carter G. Woodson and other notable African Americans of …[Continue]
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10 Facts About the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War is also known in Vietnam as the Resistance War against America. Additionally, it is referred to as, The Second Indochina War. The war took place in Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, beginning in 1955 and continued until Saigon …[Continue]
History of St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day, St. Paddy’s Day or just Paddy’s Day is a yearly festival of celebrations around the world. It is an annual feast that celebrates Saint Patrick who was one of the patron saints of Ireland. We celebrate St. …[Continue]
10 Facts About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an advocate of human rights and equality no matter your racial or ethnic background. Dr. King also promoted respectful and peaceful conflict resolution among all people regardless of skin color. 1. Dr. King was …[Continue]
10 Facts About Pilgrims of Plymouth
The Pilgrims left England to escape religious oppression, arrest and persecution. They landed in the New World in December of 1620, establishing established a settlement. They named it New Plymouth after the last port they left behind in England. 1. …[Continue]
About Thomas Edison
Thomas Edison was an American inventor and businessman who made many contributions to the world. He is most widely known for his invention of the light bulb, but was also the inventor of the phonograph. He has been called “The …[Continue]
