They grew up to be president but what were their childhoods like?
Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901), grandson of William Henry Harrison (1773-1841), served as U.S. President from 1889-1893. When he moved to Washington, D.C. most of Harrison’s grown family also moved in to […]
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Presidential candidates of today usually have non-stop schedules. Between fundraising parties and campaign appearances, they have a long list of people to see and things to do. Though Democratic presidential
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Calvin and Grace Coolidge had many pets throughout their lifetimes, but not all of them were suited for life in Washington, D.C. When President Warren G. Harding died of a
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As the balloons come down at the end of the final political convention of 2024, it is quite fascinating to look at a convention of the past. Many years ago
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President William McKinley was a well-liked president who accomplished a great deal while in office. As 25th president, he raised protective tariffs to help American manufacturers and stabilized American currency
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The bald eagle, a majestic and powerful bird of prey, was a common sight along the America’s eastern seaboard as early explorers arrived. These birds primarily eat fish, waterfowl, and
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