Today in American history…The Lincoln–Douglas debates began on August 21, 1858. They were a series of seven debates between Abraham Lincoln (Republican Party candidate for the US Senate from Illinois) and the incumbent Senator Stephen Douglas (the Democratic Party candidate). The main issue discussed in all seven debates was slavery in the United States and focused particularly on slavery’s future expansion into new US territories.

Today in American History…former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was born on August 18, 1927 in Plains, Georgia. She married Jimmy Carter on July 7, 1946 and he would eventually be our 39th US President (1977-1981).

Happy 93rd Birthday, Mrs Carter! 🇺🇸

Today in American history…former First Lady Edith Roosevelt was born on August 6, 1861 in Norwich, Connecticut. She was married to our 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt.

“I think imagination is one of the greatest blessings in life.” – Edith Roosevelt

Today in American History…Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was born on July 28, 1929 in Southampton, New York.

Today in American history…Emmett Till was born on July 25, 1941 in Webb, Mississippi. He died at the tender age of fourteen on August 28, 1955 in Money, MS. He was brutally beaten and lynched.

One of the most defining and important books that I’ve read in my lifetime was written by his beloved mother, Death of Innocence. If you ever have a chance to read it I highly recommend it.

His life should always be remembered and cherished. His name should never be forgotten.

Today in American history…Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy was born on July 22, 1890 in Boston, Massachussettes.

“I’ve always believed that God never gives a cross to bear larger than we can carry. No matter what, He wants us to be happy, not sad. Bird sing after a storm. Why shouldn’t we?” – Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy

Today in American history…Neil Armstrong was the first human to walk on the moon on July 20, 1969 🇺🇸

Today in American history…Lizzie Borden was born on July 19, 1860 in Fall River, Massachussettes. Her murder trial (and then acquittal) was one of the most infamous trials in American history. What are your thoughts? Was she guilty? Innocent?

And did you know that the location of the murders is now a bed and breakfast/museum? Would YOU stay night?
Check it out right here:
https://lizzie-borden.com

Today in American history…Washington, D.C. becomes our Nations capital on July 16, 1790.

Today in American history…our 38th US President Gerald R. Ford was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 14, 1913. He was the first Vice President to assume the Presidency after President Nixon resigned on August 9, 1974.