Friday, August 31, 2012
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Kentucky Settlers Post Revolutionary War
After visiting the Kentucky State Fair this week and looking at some exhibitions of the state's history I did some sleuthing on the Internet and found this video that gave an interesting look at the life of Kentucky's early settlers. Enjoy folks...
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Free Book for Kindle about Halocaust
Holocaust Forgotten - Five Million Non-Jewish Victims [Kindle Edition]
Eleven million people were killed in the Holocaust. Almost six million of these were Jewish - Hitler's most recognized victims. But, more than five million were not Jewish. Who were these other victims?
The author, a Jewish convert of Polish Catholic descent, whose uncle was murdered by Nazi soldiers, discovered that there are many non-Jewish survivors eager to share their stories. There are hundreds of children of these survivors who have been searching for a voice - an opportunity to finally be counted. This book defines the non-Jewish Holocaust victims with actual interviews and stories contributed by survivors. This Kindle version is available for free. I don't know how long it will be free so if you want it, double check the price before checking out to make sure you're not being charged. I'm putting a direct link below this post for you.
The author, a Jewish convert of Polish Catholic descent, whose uncle was murdered by Nazi soldiers, discovered that there are many non-Jewish survivors eager to share their stories. There are hundreds of children of these survivors who have been searching for a voice - an opportunity to finally be counted. This book defines the non-Jewish Holocaust victims with actual interviews and stories contributed by survivors. This Kindle version is available for free. I don't know how long it will be free so if you want it, double check the price before checking out to make sure you're not being charged. I'm putting a direct link below this post for you.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Looking at Children's Television Shows in the 1960s--Captain Kangaroo
As an elementary school-aged child in the 1960s, I enjoyed watching many television shows such as Captain Kangaroo (1955 - 1984). After watching videos, I am impressed by the big-entertainment value some of these shows had with the primitive technology available then. One of my favorite characters on this show was Mr. Green Jeans (although he's not on this particular clip). So here for your pleasure and reminiscence is a look at Captain Kangaroo--
Here's a look at Mr. Green Jeans--
It is important to remember that even though we knew Mr. Green Jeans wore green denim clothing, the early shows were broadcast in black and white and even when the shows were eventually broadcast in color, many homes did not have colored television sets.
Hope you enjoyed...
Here's a look at Mr. Green Jeans--
It is important to remember that even though we knew Mr. Green Jeans wore green denim clothing, the early shows were broadcast in black and white and even when the shows were eventually broadcast in color, many homes did not have colored television sets.
Hope you enjoyed...
Friday, March 16, 2012
Happy St. Paddy's Day
Here's a look at St. Patrick and separates the true from myth. Remember to wear the green today. Enjoy...
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
1940's US Census
In 19 days, on April 2nd, the US Census will be available to the public for FREE!!! Go to this page for more information. This will be a beneficial resource to anyone researching their genealogy. For me, this will be the first census I will be able to find my parents in.
There is also a call for volunteers to help in indexing the census.
There is also a call for volunteers to help in indexing the census.
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