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This day in history: Women's Right to Vote
On this day, 100 years ago, Congress passed the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. Susan B Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton...

Chris
Jun 4, 20191 min read
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Where did the Boston Tea Party begin?
Yes, it did begin in Boston... The Old South Meeting House, located on the Freedom Trail, was where the citizens of Boston gathered for...

Chris
May 21, 20191 min read
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What was the tallest building in the United States until 1828?
The Park Street Church was a beacon to sailors delivering their goods to Boston. The spire of the church, inspired by architect...

Chris
May 16, 20191 min read
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Where can you find all the world's history in one place?
The Mona Lisa is just one of over 35,000 artifacts to see in the Louvre. You can easily spend a full day at the museum and still not have...

Chris
May 14, 20191 min read
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John F Kennedy: War Hero, US Senator, and the 35th US President
The 35th President of the United States can now be found near the JFK Library in Boston. John F Kennedy was born in Brookline,...

Chris
May 7, 20191 min read
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Julius Caesar and the rise of the Roman Empire
Julius Caesar rose to power after his victories in the Gallic Wars and Caesar's Civil War. He's one of the most famous politicians during...

Chris
May 3, 20191 min read
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Visit the 50 United States Capitals
Starting today, all 50 state capitals have special Duckwyn Coins to collect. The coins can be found near each state’s capitol building or...

Chris
Apr 29, 20191 min read
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The Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Papal Audience
If you're spending a few days in Rome then you should plan to spend one of those days at the Vatican. Vatican City is its own independent...

Chris
Apr 25, 20191 min read
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