Random thoughts while I wait
I spend too much time waiting. It has less to do with the coronavirus and being stuck at home as
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Veterans Day: Serving is a family affair
Some of us are old enough to remember when our parents referred to Veterans Day as Armistice Day. November 11,
Read moreArmistice Day interfaith “Hope for Peace” prayers offered at Washington National Cathedral
Washington, D.C.: One hundred years ago, on November 11, 1918, the horrific guns of August were finally silenced at precisely
Read moreDid racism affect the awarding of WWI valor medals?
After the armistice: Joyous members of the 369th “Harlem Hellfighters” return to the United States. Numerous WWI scholars are urging
Read moreNoted scholars discuss lasting impression of World War I
John Singer Sargent’s epic work “Gassed” is currently on display at the National World War I Museum and Memorial. On
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US Mint unveils design for new World War I Commemorative Coin
Congressionally-authorized Coin Honors America’s Veterans of World War I WASHINGTON DC: Today, the U.S. Mint officially unveiled their new collectible
Read moreWorld War I Memorials set for restoration and rededication
A beautifully maintained war memorial in Mount Airy, North Carolina. (Anthony C. Hayes) The United States World War One Centennial
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‘Teaching Literacy Through History’ sessions slated for San Diego school teachers
World War I-themed “Teaching Literacy through History” seminars will assist in providing curriculum content, communication support, and other resources. WASHINGTON
Read moreLibby O’Connell: ‘World War I changed everything’
On April 6, America and many of its allies will solemnly commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the United States’
Read moreDashiell Hammett: The man of mystery
“Dashiell Hammett: Man of Mystery,” Sally Cline, 272 pages, Arcade Publishing, 2016 (Review by Bill Hughes) His family roots ran
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