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Go See Taylor in Louisville

Go see Zachary Taylor’s gravesite in Louisville, Kentucky. Old Rough and Ready is interred at a site that bears his name, Zachary Taylor National Cemetery. It’s just a short drive from Interstate 264, situated in a suburban neighborhood. We toured the cemetery at the end of a rainy afternoon, and here’s what we saw. THE DEATH… Continue reading →

October 20, 2018

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The James Bond

What is the Most Common Name for a President? James is the most common presidential first name so far, beating out William (4), John (4), and George (3). Six presidents share the first name James, but their lives and presidencies couldn’t be more different from each other. Here’s a list of the James presidents: James… Continue reading →

October 3, 2018October 3, 2018

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Countdown to Constitution Day

Twenty-seven straight days of amendment infographics Teaching the Constitution can be a daunting task. That’s why we are here to help! Every day we will explore a different amendment, beginning with today’s First Amendment graphic. You can use this in your classroom as-is, or team it up with the accompanying questions. Just visit our new IQ section… Continue reading →

August 21, 2018September 28, 2018

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Back to School with the Presidents

Ring, ring goes the bell. It’s that time of the year again. Let’s go back to school with the presidents…

August 12, 2018August 12, 2018

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Go See Grant in St. Louis

Go see Ulysses S. Grant in St. Louis, Missouri. Grant’s White Haven estate is situated on ten wooded acres in suburban neighborhoods just outside of downtown St. Louis. This is the place where Ulysses and Julia raised their family from 1854-59, a time after the Mexican War and before the outbreak of the Civil War.… Continue reading →

July 21, 2018September 28, 2018

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The Independence Day Bond

The Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This day became known as Independence Day. Which presidents have a connection to our nation’s birthday?

July 4, 2018July 5, 2018