Galileo Galilei
Here is a man who still ranks as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever lived. He lived his entire life (1564 – 1642) in Italy and moved forward the concept of concise observation. He didn’t accept what had … Continued
Phineas Taylor (P. T.) Barnum
His name conjures up images of interest and entertainment and the wonder of … is it all real. He was born July 5, 1810 in Connecticut to a middle class family and started out owning a grocery store. He decided … Continued
Will Rogers – “The Conscience of America”
He came from obscure beginnings, out in the badlands of Oklahoma. He was born in 1878, a time when the Wild West was still a great deal of that description. He grew up with a lesser interest in education, if … Continued
The Olympics – Ancient and Modern 776 BC – 1960
The very term, the Olympic Games generates a spirit of competition and the desire to do your very best. That desire to succeed comes from Mt. Olympus, the revered home of Zeus, the head of the Greek Gods. The Olympics … Continued
The Events of January
In looking at the months of the year, January obviously begins the year, but it also has had profound events take place in that month. It is a month that saw the opening of Ellis Island (1892). It is a … Continued
The Events of November
The month of November is known for many things. It is the month of memories and celebrations: Veteran’s Day (the 11th) and Thanksgiving (the 4th Thursday) and the opening of the Vietnam War Memorial (1982) come to mind. It is … Continued
The Events of September
As we look at the events of the month of September throughout history, it is once again a vast array of diversity. We saw the worst terrorist attack on America (2001). We saw war (1939). We saw the ending of … Continued
The Events of July
As we view the events of the month of July, many are very well known. The 4th of July of 1776 is imprinted strongly in our minds as the nation’s birthday. The 20th of July in 1969 is also a … Continued
Edith Cavell
She was born to a family in England and her father was the local rector. She was very creative in growing up, even an accomplished artist, but she was drawn to a career of service in medicine. She had one … Continued
The Events of May
In looking at the events of the month of May, I was struck once again at the incredible variety of significant items that have taken place during that month. Interestingly enough, they include the following and many more: 1519 – … Continued