It was finally over. The battles that left a trail of blood across Europe, the innocent villages and towns left in ruins, the horrors of Hitler's concentration camps — it was all finally over in Europe. "This is a solemn but glorious hour. General Eisenhower informs me that the forces of Germany have surrendered to … Continue reading V-E Day: Remembering the End of Hitler’s Regime
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5 Facts About the Statue of Liberty You Didn’t Know
"Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!" These stirring words are found engraved on the base of the Statue of Liberty. She stands tall and proud, ready … Continue reading 5 Facts About the Statue of Liberty You Didn’t Know
How The Scottish Impacted America
April is Scottish American Heritage month. And as an American with a Scottish bloodline, I thought I would do something fun and share several ways the Scots have impacted America. So grab some shortbread, put on some Scottish music, curl up in your plaid tartan blanket, and dive into Scottish American heritage with me. Scottish … Continue reading How The Scottish Impacted America
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 