American History

"So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long and its purpose in the service of your people. Prepare a noble death song for the day when you go over the great divide. Always give a word or a sign of salute when meeting or passing a friend, even a stranger, when in a lonely place. Show respect to all people and grovel to ... Read Full Story

Plaza De Espana, Guam   O ne of the remnants of Spanish colonial rule on Guam is located in the center of the capital city, Hagatna, near the Catholic Basilica called the Plaza de Espana. These restful looking ruins that are typically landscape are the remains of what used to be the seat and home of the Spanish Governor of Guam. As a young boy, this was a park that I would go play in and enjoy, especially when the flame trees were in bloom. I remember the quietness of the place and the little museum that housed some interesting artifacts from Guam’s history. ... Read Full Story

Teddy Bears are loved and adored worldwide. Children of all nations, creeds and faiths cling to these cuddly companions, which make them feel safe and secure. The Teddy Bear may be second only to a child's blanket when it comes to must-have items for travelling or bedtime. While this furry little icon has become a ubiquitous gift and heirloom, few realize the true origins and history of the "Teddy" Bear. In honor of Presidents Day in the U.S., I thought it would be nice to pay tribute to a great American president - Theodore Roosevelt - who inspired its' creation. Theodore Roosevelt was the ... Read Full Story

Cossacks of the Time I want to provide a little bit of context for the Cossack mutiny that George mentions in the previous post . According to Willett's Russian Sideshow (which has been indispensable) a large group of Cossacks turned up at the headquarters of the 27th Infantry in Khabarovsk. The men mutinied while their leader, General Kalmykof, was temporarily away. George says the date was January 4th while Willett says January 27th. It's an interesting discrepancy in the details. The rebel Cossacks offered some official complaints to the Americans that included all kinds of inhumane treatments of citizens and soldiers by the Cossack ... Read Full Story

"All The News You Never Knew You Needed To Know ...Until Now." In The News: 53 years and The Korean War is finally over. The presidents of North & South Korea sign an agreement restoring rail service and more. British PM Gordon Brown will pull 1000 of the 5000 remaining UK troops out of Iraq. Who's in charge of Basra now? U.S. government officials have been ignoring the requirement to fly coach class on airlines... $146 million dollars will have to be paid back. What you don't know CAN hurt you: Before attaining the post of Attorney General, Alberto Gonzales sent a secret memo ... Read Full Story