Benjamin Wade, Willie P. Mangum, Lafayette S. Foster, Thomas W. Ferry, and John Nance Garner share a common thread in their history. Were it not for timely decisions or twists of fate, they could have found themselves assuming the role of Acting President of the United States, in an era preceding the ratification of the … Continue reading Obscure Individuals Who Came Close to the Presidency
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The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution — Vietnam War
In 1964, Vietnam was deeply entrenched in a long-lasting internal strife, and the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution marked the commencement of the United States’ formal engagement in the Vietnam War. The primary objective was to halt the expansion of communism in that region. It garnered unanimous approval in the U.S. House of Representatives and encountered … Continue reading The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution — Vietnam War
August 09 — On This Day, Gerald Ford Assumes Presidency
On August 9, 1974, Gerald Ford assumed the role of President under unique circumstances, as Richard Nixon departed Washington and Ford stepped into office without the direct endorsement of a presidential election. Following Nixon’s departure, Ford took the presidential oath, shortly after seeing Nixon and his family off on a helicopter from the White House … Continue reading August 09 — On This Day, Gerald Ford Assumes Presidency
The French Kiss is not So French — American Connection
Let’s dive into the intriguing history of the French kiss, a passionate act that didn’t find its inception in the romantic streets of Paris. This amorous gesture, often associated with the French, has roots that stretch back to the mysteries of human evolution. Some theories suggest that French kissing, also known as kissing with tongues, … Continue reading The French Kiss is not So French — American Connection