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Phoenix American history

Civil War Odyssey Leads to Manassas, Virginia

Some thought the first battle of Manassas (Confederate name) or Bull Run (Union name) would be the only major battle of the Civil War. Cheers...
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Arizona Cemetery Reveals a Family Rough Rider!

Pinal Cemetery, Gila CountyAfter a recent scouting trip to Dripping Springs,we visited the Pinal Cemetery in Central Heights, Arizona. Several...
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Actors who have played Abraham Lincoln in the movies

Today, Feb. 20, 2012, we celebrate the birth of two presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.Washington has only been portrayed a few...
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Little Church of the West: A Brief History

Somehow in Las Vegas’ long history it has dug itself a niche for vices, poshness and, oddly enough, marriages. Eloping to Las Vegas has...
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A brief history of The Binion's Horseshoe

Binion’s Horseshoe has survived many decades of gambling, near bankruptcy and multiple owners. The Horseshoe was composed of two casinos, the...
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The Morelli House

Antonio Morelli gave a lot to Las Vegas culture, being the Sands musical director and orchestra conductor. Morelli found great acts to bring to the...
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The Mormon Fort in Las Vegas

Most consider Las Vegas a world of sin, glitter, nudity and hangovers. While these various descriptors may capture a part of this desert culture,...
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Abraham Lincoln’s life values – a lesson for Las Vegas students

Students everywhere, and especially here in Clark County, search for role models and mentors who teach life’s lessons and lead by example....
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Las Vegas students ask: Is it Presidents' Day or Washington's Birthday?

Students in Clark County, as well as their teachers, parents, and most U.S. citizens, in general, are confused on the designation of the federal...
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Introduce young readers to American history

Mitt Romney. Barack Obama. The presidential race is on and we're bombarded with polls, commercials, and political ads pitting the two...
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