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84Some Smoking War Tales
by Chuck
Most battlefield photos of modern soldiers taken immediately after battle usually depict an unshaven and weary GI with a cigarette hanging from the corner of his mouth. This is such a common sight in modern... published 8 months ago
81Chinese New Year – Flowers and Fruit
by Chuck
As the Chinese New Year begins, homes blossom with traditional flowers and fruits. In addition to the decorative and festive effect, the fruits and flowers convey a rich and symbolic message. Each one has a... published 18 months ago
77Advent Calendar
by Chuck
Advent calendars are a relatively new tradition that began about 200 years ago in Germany. The tradition began in the Protestant areas of Germany where some families began preparing for Christmas by marking... published 2 years ago
77Chinese New Year
by Chuck
The New Year's celebration is major celebration in the Chinese year. Preparations begin twenty-two days prior to the New Year and continue for fifteen days. Because the New Year is based upon a lunar (moon)... published 2 years ago
76A Dia de los Muertos Celebration in Tucson
by Chuck
Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead is an autumn religious holiday whose origins pre-date both the European arrival in the New World and Christianity. However, like other pre-Christian holidays such as... published 9 months ago
76The Candle in the Window
by Chuck
From earliest times to the present home has always been more than a simple shelter from the elements. Home also represents family and loved ones as well as a place where its members are always welcome. What... published 9 months ago
75Veterans Day November 11th
by Chuck
Veteran's Day is a day set aside to honor the veterans of America's wars. It was originally known as Armistice Day to commemorate the official ending of hostilities in World War I - which occurred at the... published 2 years ago
74Boxing Day
by Chuck
Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated in England and Commonwealth countries (Canada, Australia and New Zealand). It officially falls on December 26th, the day after Christmas, or the first weekday following... published 2 years ago
7373Veterans Day - Audie Murphy Actor and War Hero
by Chuck
Each year on Veteran's Day many TV channels broadcast war movies intended to honor the exploits of our veterans. Among those shown is the 1955 movie "To Hell and Back" staring Audie Murphy. Unlike most of... published 2 years ago
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