Since June 14th marks Flag Day every year, it seemed like a good idea to take a look at the holiday as it was celebrated in New Jersey’s newspapers. Flag Day is celebrated in honor of the June 14, 1777…
Tag: The Pleasantville Press
The Construction of the Lincoln Memorial
May 30th marks the 101-year anniversary of the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. While the structure is relatively young in the scheme of things, it is remarkable just how much of an impression it has left on…
The History of Memorial Day
With May 29th marking Memorial Day this year, it only made sense to take a look at the history of the celebration through New Jersey’s newspapers. The holiday, often known as Decoration Day prior to the First World War, emerged…