The battles for Concord and Lexington have become recognized as the starting point of the American War for Independence. "The shot heard round the world" is the way many would describe it. Of course it wasn't heard around the world literally. Rather, it was an event that echoed across the continents of the globe, shocking … Continue reading The Midnight Riders of 1775
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Rationing in World War Two
Imagine having the money to purchase a pound of sugar from the store, but not being able to because you didn't have enough rationing stamps. That was everyday reality for Americans navigating the hardships of life on the Homefront of World War Two. The Second World War saw the largest militarization of America in history … Continue reading Rationing in World War Two
D-Day 80th Anniversary Special Announcement!
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the day that turned the tides of the Second World War. In honor and memory, I am excited to announce that Seeking The Timeless Anchor is hosting a week of D-Day commemorations. The kickoff will start on June 1st and continue right up to June 6th. I am … Continue reading D-Day 80th Anniversary Special Announcement!
3 Facts You May Not Know About George Washington
Monday is Presidents Day! Initially Presidents Day was only celebrated as George Washington's birthday. Later it was changed to Presidents Day. In honor of the original holiday though, here are a few things you may not know about him. 1. He Was America's First Mule Breeder George Washington had a love for animals of all … Continue reading 3 Facts You May Not Know About George Washington
Audie Murphy: Heroes From History Spotlight
It has been a bit since I have done a spotlight on one of history's great heroes. As I was pondering who would be the next person I would do it on, I realized that today marks the 79th anniversary of Audie Murphy's heroic actions during the Second World War. Born into a large family, … Continue reading Audie Murphy: Heroes From History Spotlight
Common Sense For Today
Some of you may have noticed the absence of a post last week. This was due to me having caught the Influenza A bug that has been going around, and being sick enough that a blog post just wasn't going to happen. But I'm back this week with pep and vigor! On January 10, 1776, … Continue reading Common Sense For Today
White Christmas// History of the Song
December 24th, 1944. You're a thousand miles from home, huddled in a foxhole. Waiting, in the frigid cold with your platoon, for the next battle to erupt. Though you're only nineteen years old, you've already seen more death than most people will ever see in their entire lives. A few months earlier, at Normandy, you … Continue reading White Christmas// History of the Song
Thank You, Veterans!
It's Veterans Day—one of my favorite days of the year. (Okay, let's be real here. Every patriotic day falls into that category for me.) Through the years, I have had the privilege of knowing many of America's Veterans, including many in my family. They are people that I look up to and respect for their … Continue reading Thank You, Veterans!
10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
I love a good quote. I mean, who doesn't? Especially when it's incredibly witty and sarcastic. A good quote has the ability to inspire and encourage. When I am needing encouragement to keep fighting a battle that I face, that's what I look for. First and foremost, of course, I find encouragement from the Holy … Continue reading 10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
It has been a hot second since I have done a "Miracle In History" post here on the blog. No, I haven't exhausted the incredible workings of The Timeless Anchor throughout history's pages. So don't go getting any crazy ideas. I'll be fan-girling history's greatest miracles for as long as I live. Which is why … Continue reading A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
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