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Founding of the United States

Washington & Lafayette
14 Apr 2022

Washington & Lafayette

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, February Topics, Founding of the United States, US Presidents | 0

Sometimes in history, there are friendships that transform circumstances.  Where two people who were strangers, get acquainted, work together and accomplish wonderful things.  Such a friendship took place in early American history.  The American Commander in chief was George Washington.  … Continued

John Adams
29 Oct 2020

John Adams

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, Founding of the United States, July Topics, US Presidents | 0

He was born in somewhat obscure circumstances. His father helped him get a great education. He became one of the best known lawyers of his generation. After he won the case supporting the British at the Boston Massacre, he was … Continued

Thanksgiving Through the Years
29 Aug 2019

Thanksgiving Through the Years

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, Founding of the United States, Holidays, November Topics | 0

As a nation, we very early on realized the value of gratitude and acknowledging help from a higher source. The Pilgrims began the practice of Thanksgiving and the tradition has continued through the years. The art of Thanksgiving is a … Continued

18th Century American Literature
29 Aug 2019

18th Century American Literature

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: Founding of the United States, Literature | 0

During the developmental century of the founding of our country, there were very distinctive voices that spoke of a people trying to find their identity. Some of the voices were political, some were pragmatic and all were looking for who … Continued

Alexander Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr
29 Apr 2019

Alexander Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, Founding of the United States | 0

These two men will be forever tied together because of the duel. Both created lasting impressions and both made people wonder about them. Both had friends in high places and both had many who had no use for them. What … Continued

Thomas Jefferson
29 Apr 2019

Thomas Jefferson

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, April Topics, Founding of the United States, July Topics, US Presidents | 0

For all of the credit that we give this man in our country’s history, during its formative years, I have often wondered if we give him enough credit. He created a vision in the minds of Americans about what we … Continued

George Washington
29 Apr 2019

George Washington

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, February Topics, Founding of the United States, US Presidents | 0

George Washington was a great man by all accounts. Perhaps the strongest tribute to him was given by his friend General Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee. General Lee said that Washington was: “First in war, first in peace, and first … Continued

Benjamin Franklin
29 Jul 2018

Benjamin Franklin

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, Founding of the United States, January Topics | 0

More than the kite. Most know of the story of the kite. It is a great story and scientifically put Franklin at the lead of his generation. But, he was also an author, an inventor, an engineer, a skilled diplomat … Continued

James Madison
29 Jun 2018

James Madison

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: American History, Founding of the United States, March Topics, September Topics, US Presidents | 0

James Madison was physically the smallest President we have had. He was 5’4″ tall, weighed about 110 lbs. and often suffered from poor health. However, when you wanted to talk about government and what could be and should be, he … Continued

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