July 14, 1868 ~ One Fellows’ Tape Measure
Can you imagine a world without measurement?
What if we just eyeballed everything?
Measurement is an essential part of life. Without measurement, scientists couldn’t conduct experiments or form theories; Carpenters couldn’t build cabinets; bakers couldn’t bake; planes wouldn’t fly; we couldn’t calculate distance; and we wouldn’t even be able to tell time.
July 13 ~ National French Fry Day
Today is July 13th and if you love the Potato this days just for you, because today is National French Fries Day and we would like to offer an homage to a quintessentially American dish.
July 12, 1862 ~ The Medal of Honor is Established by Congress
The Medal of Honor is the United States of America’s highest and most prestigious personal military decoration.
It is awarded to recognize U.S. military service members who have distinguished themselves by acts of valor. The medal is normally awarded by the President of the United States in the name of the U.S. Congress.
July 11, 1798 ~ Happy UnBirthday U.S. Marine Corps
It’s July 11th. Happy Unbirthday to the United States Marine Corps.
The United States Marine Corps” Birthday is celebrated every year on 10 November, the day that the Continental Marines were first established by the Congress in 1775.
But, because the Marines are just that Awesome, they have a 2nd Birthday July 11th
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