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Humans Are Not from Earth: A Scientific Evaluation of the Evidence by Ellis Silver My rating: 5 of 5 stars Well-researched and presented “A scientific evaluation of the evidence,” indeed! I was impressed by the author’s thoroughness and attention to detail. He presented in a way that clearly stated his beliefs and understanding while leaving room for discussion, faith, and
Read moreCahokia by Timothy R. Pauketat My rating: 5 of 5 stars A Wonderful Account Wow. There’s a lot to take in and even more remaining unresolved. Isn’t that the reality of history and the truth of archeology? Cahokia has been both magical and mysterious for me. Being a melting pot of ethnicity, I yearn for knowledge and to explore cultures,
Read moreThough August 15, 1945 is when the officials announced the surrender of Japan, ending the second world war, they didn’t actually sign their surrender until September 2, 1945. We remember this important day because it brought peace after six horrific years of hellish conditions, which irrevocably altered our world forever. ORIGINAL POST: Readers, Today’s National V-J Day BOOK SUGGESTIONS:
Read moreOrville Wright‘s birthday (August 19th) is National Aviation Day. It also kicks off National Aviation Week. You can learn more and find some great book suggestions in the original post:National Aviation Week for Book Lovers Aviation has always been very important to me. I formally studied it in college and even began training as a pilot. I served in the
Read moreNational Aviation Day is celebrated on Orville Wright‘s birthday (August 19, 1871), and it occurs during National Aviation Week. Franklin Delano Roosevelt established it as an observance in 1939. It is a time meant to recognize and celebrate the pioneers of aviation – not just the aviators themselves, but the engineers, mechanics, and all the personnel that made human flight possible! ORIGINAL POST: It’s
Read moreThough no one really knows the exact day, it is generally agreed that V-J Day marks the end of World War II. This is because the armistice was signed on that day in 1945. Then, on August 14, 1945, U.S. President Harry S. Truman announced that Japan surrendered, inciting spontaneous celebrations. World Word II had officially ended. The inspiration, perseverance, and sacrifice of this Greatest Generation has become
Read moreThe U.S. Dollar, like most currency, is based on supply and demand instead of gold or some other precious metal. Did you know the U.S. Dollar is NOT backed by gold? That’s right. It has not been backed by gold since January 30, 1934, when the Congress amended Section 16 of the Federal Reserve Act. Our currency is actually a
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