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On August 1, 1790, the first U.S. census was completed, showing a population of nearly 4 million people. Who knows what our population is now? #OnThisDay

As of 2015, the U.S. Population is at 320+ million while world wide there are more than 7.2 billion people.

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The National Park Service Was Established On August 25, 1916. What’s your fave park to visit?

The National Park Service was established on August 25, 1916. Do you know how many nationalparks there are in the United States? What's your favorite to visit?

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Scene from the Great Blizzard of 1888 (March 11 March 14, 1888.) One of the most devastating in U.S. history hammered the east coast, producing snowfalls of 40-50 inches with drifts in excess of 50 feet and killing more than 400.

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It was 50 years ago today (Feb 16, 1964), Sgt. Pepper brought his band to play… at the Ed Sullivan theater.

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On June 23, 1868, Christopher Sholes received a patent for an invention he called the "Type-Writer." Who remembers using these?

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Each generation should be made to bear the burden of its own wars, instead of carrying them on, at the expense of other generations. - James Madison

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The nuclear-powered submarine Nautilus became the first vessel to cross the North Pole underwater. Starting at Point Barrow, Alaska, it traveled under the Arctic ice cap for approximately 1,830 miles. Any guesses on how long that journey ... Read More

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If we look to the history of other nations, ancient or modern, we find no example of a growth so rapid, so gigantic, of a people so prosperous and happy. - James Monroe

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Do you know this British band who landed in America on this day, February 7, 1964? What's your favorite song?

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Talk about a power meeting -- On February 11, 1945, President Roosevelt, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Soviet leader Josef Stalin met to discuss post World War II reorganization, and signed the Yalta Agreement. #OnThisDa... Read More

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Because power corrupts, society's demands for moral authority and character increase as the importance of the position increases. - John Adams

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Happy Thanksgiving America and a special “thank you” to our veterans, past, present and future. #Veterans #Thanksgiving

Happy #Thanksgiving America and a special thank you to our #veterans, past, present and future. Please remember our troops today and be thankful for all of those who won't be able to be with their families that will still be working h... Read More

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The iconic American child actress, Shirley Temple, has passed away today (February 10, 2014) at 85. She's known for such classic as A little Princess, Curly Top, and Heidi. RIP. What's your favorite Shirley Temple movie?

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#OnThisDay “The Stars and Stripes Forever” by John Phillip Sousa was performed for the first time. Watch now

The Stars and Stripes Forever by John Phillip Sousa was performed for the first time on May 14, 1897 at a ceremony unveiling a statue of George Washington. Listen here (as performed by the United States Marines Band): ... Read More

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Our friends at the Republican convention were more than happy to talk about everything they think is wrong with America, but they didn't have much to say about how they'd make it right. They want your vote, but they don't want you to know... Read More

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It I talked about Watergate, I was described as struggling to free myself from the morass. If I did not talk about Watergate, I was accused of being out of touch with reality. - Richard Nixon

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The school is the last expenditure upon which America should be willing to economize. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Army medics treat an Iraqi woman's sick baby during a joint U.S. - Iraqi medical operation in Sadr City. Aren't our soldiers amazing?!?!

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Unconditional war can no longer lead to unconditional victory. It can no longer serve to settle disputes... can no longer be of concern to great powers alone. - John F. Kennedy

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The 40-hr work week went into effect in the U.S. on October 24, 1940. LIKE if you agree or COMMENT with your thoughts if you think it should be changed.

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This Thanksgiving we want to say THANK YOU for your service & sacrifice.

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#OnThisDay: Edison Gave the First Public Demonstration of His Incandescent #Light

On December 31, 1879, Thomas Edison demonstrated his incandescent light bulb by lighting a street in Menlo Park, #NewJersey. The #Pennsylvania Railroad Company ran train specials to the area for that day due to the enthusiasm from the pub... Read More

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I've said very clearly, including in a State of the Union address, that I'm against 'don't ask, don't tell' and that we're going to end this policy. - Barack Obama

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Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington VA - Est. 1864 (Photo 87)

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Happy Tax Day! Check out all the tax day freebies here: http://onforb.es/1H62gvB #taxday #april15

Happy Tax Day! ;) It's not all bad though. Check out all the tax day freebies you can get: http://onforb.es/1H62gvB #taxday #april15

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I believe the most solemn duty of the American president is to protect the American people. If America shows uncertainty and weakness in this decade, the world will drift toward tragedy. This will not happen on my watch. - George W. Bush

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The public was admitted to the Washington Monument for the first time on October 10, 1903. LIKE if you've visited!

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We must lay hold of the fact that economic laws are not made by nature. They are made by human beings. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Did you know that President Lincoln first introduced paper currency in our country on February 25, 1862, It was originally used to pay expenses incurred by the Union during the American Civil War.

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Who knows this famous show? FYI, it moved from radio to TV June 28, 1951. Click here for the answer:

The show is Amos and Andy! The show began as a radio sitcom set in Harlem, Manhattan's historic black community. Did you know...? The main characters of Amos and Andy were originally voiced by two white males, Freeman Gosden an... Read More

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Who remembers this classic American TV show? FYI, Kelsey Grammer (aka Frasier) turns 58 today.

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The finale of M*A*S*H was the most watched TV episode in U.S. history at the time, with a record-breaking 125 million viewers! It aired on February 28, 1983. Did you watch?

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When we think of the major threats to our national security, the first to come to mind are nuclear proliferation, rogue states and global terrorism. But another kind of threat lurks beyond our shores, one from nature, not humans - an avia... Read More

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50 years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial in front of 200,000 people.

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I remember when I first came to Washington. For the first six months you wonder how the hell you ever got here. For the next six months you wonder how the hell the rest of them ever got here. - Harry S. Truman

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Thomas Edison exhibited his moving picture machine on October 6 1889, paving the path for all of our modern entertainment! Question of the day - what was it called?

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Forest Gump Hit Theaters 20 years ago today

This American classic hit theaters 20 years ago today! Are you a fan of this flick?

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I am grateful to President George W. Bush for PEPFAR, which is saving the lives of millions of people in poor countries and to both Presidents Bush for the work we've done together after the South Asia tsunami, Hurricane Katrina and the H... Read More

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George Washington laid the cornerstone for the U.S. Capitol building on September 18, 1793.

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Join us in giving a SALUTE to the entire crew of the U.S. Space Shuttle Columbia. It was 10 years ago to this day (February 1, 2003) when Columbia exploded during re-entry, killing all 7 astronauts. What were you doing when this tragedy o... Read More

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On April 9, 1865, Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered his army to Union Gen. Ulysses S. Grant at this very location - Appomattox Court House in Virginia.

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On August 1, 1790, the first U.S. census was completed, showing a population of nearly 4 million people. Who knows what our population is now? #OnThisDay

As of 2015, the U.S. Population is at 320+ million while world wide there are more than 7.2 billion people.

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On August 1, 1790, the first U.S. census was completed, showing a population of nearly 4 million people. Who knows what our population is now? #OnThisDay As of 2015, the U.S. Population is at 320+ million while world wide there are more than 7.2 billion people.

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On August 1, 1790, the first U.S. census was completed, showing a population of nearly 4 million people. Who knows what our population is now? #OnThisDay

As of 2015, the U.S. Population is at 320+ million while world wide there are more than 7.2 billion people.