Betsy Ross: A great story in American folklore
The story of Betsy Ross is one of the great American legends. While it’s a great story, it’s most likely just a legend. Most sources indicate the legend entered the nation’s annals of history in the 1870s as the country celebrated its centennial thanks to Ross’ grandson.
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News HeadlinesAtlanta Cyclorama moving to Atlanta History Center The historic Atlanta Cyclorama painting and the famous Texas locomotive will move to the Atlanta History Center, which will construct a new building for the painting and artifacts. Is it better to drive or fly this summer? It depends
With summer travel in full swing, many may be debating that age-old question: Better to fly of drive? An answer to that oft-debated question isn’t so clear-cut. Latest on Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777 en route to Kuala Lumpur was shot down on Thursday, July 17, over eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 people on board. Click here to read more news articles. |
Featured HeadlinesBetsy Ross: A great story in American folklore
The story of Betsy Ross is one of the great American legends. While it’s a great story, it’s most likely just a legend. Most sources indicate the legend entered the nation’s annals of history in the 1870s as the country celebrated its centennial thanks to Ross’ grandson. A brief history of Bath’s Roman baths
The Roman Baths for which this southwestern England city is named, are some of the most remarkable Roman ruins outside of Rome itself. Remembering the smaller battles of the Civil War
The sesquicentennial of the Civil War is an opportunity to reflect on the horrible fighting that divided our country a century-and-a-half ago, and it’s also an opportunity to explore some of the lesser-known battles. Click here to read more featured articles. |
Food HeadlinesLoveless Cafe still delights with country cooking
The Loveless Cafe is a true throwback to another time when weary travelers needed a place to stay and something hearty to eat. Spice it up at Walt Disney World’s Sanaa
Located in the luxurious Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Kidani Village section, the 150-seat, family-friendly Sanaa – which is the Swahili word for “artwork” – merges tastes and spices from Indian and Africa into a unique culinary experience. It’s possible, this restaurant is one of the more unique eateries throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Houston perfect for a ‘wild’ weekend
It was dinnertime when we landed at Hobby Airport. So, my wife and I made a beeline for the hotel, dropped off our bags and headed to a Houston institution. The Rainbow Lodge is one of the city’s oldest eateries, and its menu falls a bit on the wild side. From antelope to buffalo to venison, this dining establishment puts a unique twist on a steak dinner. Click here to read more food articles. |
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