At Fort McHenry, in September of 1814, Francis Scott Key wrote the poem “The Star Spangled Banner”…and in 1931 President Hoover made that the American National Anthem. Forever cementing the significance of that fateful day and Francis Key’s legacy. I have always wanted to visit this historic location…and it didn’t disappoint! plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/fomc/Continue reading “What did Francis Scott Key see?”
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This Month in History: January
A whole lot of pop culture and sports history this month!!! But don’t worry, we found some ‘classics’ too. Enjoy! 01 January 1958 On January 1st, 1958, Johnny Cash plays San Quentin State Prison…his first prison performance. “Folsom Prison Blues” had given Johnny Cash his first top-10 country hit earlier in 1956, and his liveContinue reading “This Month in History: January”
The Founding Forefather You Never Knew
Did you know that George Wythe was signed the TOP SPOT for the Virginians on the Declaration of Independence? Thomas Jefferson SAVED THIS SPOT for Mr. George Wythe. Join us as we visit his home in Colonial Williamsburg and talk about his impact on U.S. History. Intro: 0:00Who Is George Wythe?: 0:21George Wythe House: 1:06ThomasContinue reading “The Founding Forefather You Never Knew”