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Jean Lafitte
He’s still regarded as an important figure in New Orleans and American history. Although nearly two centuries have passed, this shadowy figure still intrigues visitors…
The USS Missouri
On September 2nd, 1945 Japan officially surrendered, ending WW II. Douglas MacCarthur addressed the world that day at the event that took place aboard the…
Preparing for a Japanese Surrender
If you saw a sailor with a broomstick strapped to his leg ascending and descending stairs aboard a ship, you’d certainly wonder why such a…
Moving the Official End of World War II
September 2nd, 1945. The Japanese were ready to sign documents officially ending World War II. That event took place aboard the USS New Jersey–at least…
An Iowa Class Battleship
For the next few days we’ll take a look at an event that took place 65 years ago this week–the formal surrender of Japan. The…
Hawaii’s Kokee State Park
Most people head to Hawaii for the balmy weather, so it’s quite unexpected to find this place has beautiful ocean views and temperatures that can…
A Job with a Beautiful View
Pristine beaches, huge swimming pools, beautiful fish ponds all surround the place where Sally goes to work. We tag along as she goes to work…..
A Hawaiin Luau
When visiting the Hawaiian Islands, there’s no better experience than a traditional Hawaiian luau–except that’s not what you’ll get here. It’s one of the top…
The Story Behind Little House on the Prairie
It’s hard to imagine it happened by chance–8 books and a 10 year television series–all based on one young pioneer girl’s memories of growing up…..
The Birthplace of Little House on the Prairie
She never set out to become a famous author; she was simply writing down some stories from her childhood. But those memories became one of…