Black History Month: Some time ago, February was designated as Black History Month. I have mixed emotions about that particular designation. I think it’s always a good thing to focus attention on history, particularly American history since so many Americans really don’t know a lot about their nation. I suppose the whole idea rose from [...]
Archive for February, 2011
Frederick Douglass: American
February 28, 2011
Ginger or Mary Ann?
February 12, 2011
On This Date in History: If I am not mistaken, Elizabeth Carter Symon was born on this date in 1898. My grandmother lived to see February 11, 1998. It always amazed me that she was born in the Oklahoma Territory. I’ve seen a photo of her and her best friend in a horse and buggy. [...]
