There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from September 22nd – 28th. September 22, 1862 "That on the first day of January in the year of our Lord, one thousand eight hundred and sixty-three, all persons held as slaves within any State, or designated part of a State, the people … [Read more...] about History September 22nd – 28th: Historical Quotes for Each Day
George Washington’s Farewell Address
I read George Washington’s Farewell Address during my research for the Week in Quotes article this week. I found it quite interesting and surprisingly relevant to today’s politics. Some of you may have read it in school, but I never did. If you’re like me and have never read it, I’d recommend you do, especially if you follow politics at all. Although parts can be difficult to … [Read more...] about George Washington’s Farewell Address
History September 15th – 21st: Historical Quotes from Each Day
There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from September 15th – 21st. September 15, 1916 "If the tanks succeed, then victory follows.”- Heinz Guderian The Battle of Flers-Courcelette began on September 15, 1916, during World War I as part of the Battle of the Somme in France. … [Read more...] about History September 15th – 21st: Historical Quotes from Each Day
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: An Inspiring Adventure
I first read The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho entering freshman year of college as part of the honors program. I remember liking it very much, and the second reading held up to my expectations! The Alchemist is somewhat hard to classify as it’s both a quest/adventure and a philosophical story of self-discovery. Most people either love or hate it, but it’s a quick read worth a … [Read more...] about The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: An Inspiring Adventure
History September 8th – 14th: Historical Quotes from Each Day
There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from September 8th – 14th. September 8, 1504 "Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.”- Michelangelo On September 8, 1504, Michelangelo’s Statue of David was unveiled in the Piazza … [Read more...] about History September 8th – 14th: Historical Quotes from Each Day