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The Events of September
29 Mar 2021

The Events of September

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, Art, Events of a Month, Founding of the United States, Religion, Sports, The World at War, US Presidents, World History | 0

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 October
28 Feb 2021

The Events of October

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 19th Century America, 20th Century America, Discovery & Colonization of America, Events of a Month, Holidays, US Presidents | 0

The month of October has always held special interest because the last day of the month is Halloween.  That day alone conjures up images of fun and craziness and trick or treating.  However, there were many other events that took … Continued

The Events of March
28 Feb 2021

The Events of March

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, Events of a Month, The World at War, US Presidents | 0

As we look at the events of history that took place during the month of March, it is amazing to know of the prominent events and the not so prominent events that have greatly impacted our lives.  The prominent events … Continued

The Events of August
28 Feb 2021

The Events of August

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, Discovery & Colonization of America, Events of a Month, Literature, Music, The World at War, US Presidents, World History | 0

The month of August reminds us that summer still has a ways to go.  Many events have taken place during the month of August that dramatically have impacted American and world history.  Some of those events include: 1492 – Columbus … Continued

Dwight D. Eisenhower
29 Oct 2020

Dwight D. Eisenhower

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, Sports, The World at War, US Presidents | 0

He was a farmer’s son from Kansas. He loved sports more than academics. He went to West Point and played football until he had a major knee injury. He was noticed by several generals in positions of power because of … Continued

John Adams
29 Oct 2020

John Adams

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

Thomas Jefferson
29 Apr 2019

Thomas Jefferson

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

Harry Truman
29 Aug 2018

Harry Truman

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, The World at War, US Presidents | 0

From farmer to the white house. Harry Truman was born in obscure circumstances. He was the last person to serve as president who had worked as an adult farmer. He served in World War I. He came home to make … Continued

Generals of World War II
29 Aug 2018

Generals of World War II

by Ken Sorensen | posted in: 20th Century America, The World at War, US Presidents | 0

World War II; the defining military conflict in world history. As expected, such a cataclysmic event brought the sharpest military minds on all sides, to the attention of the whole world. This presentation covers the senior military commanders serving the … Continued

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