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Like most of the US population, once a year I find myself stumbling around the house on a Sunday morning, short an hour’s worth of sleep. As a kid, I embraced the act of turning the clocks ahead – it meant more time out riding my bicycle or playing down the block with my friends. [...]
In June 1940, the US Army Air Corps requested a new bomber from Consolidated Aircraft Company in case there were significant delays with the B-29, which had already been in development for two years. The result was the B-32 Dominator, which itself took nearly four years to complete testing. The bomber almost didn’t see action [...]
The classic luncheon meat that comes in a can celebrates 75 years! What was once a standard in American households became the target of many jokes through the decades, but is still a favorite amongst many diners. Made from chopped pork shoulder meat and ham, SPAM was introduced by Hormel Foods Corporation in 1937. The [...]
Some would say I’m an M&M’s connoisseur. Truth is, I know how to eat them… very well. My favorite M&M’s technique is to place 3-4 in my mouth and allow them to slowly melt on my tongue. Once all evidence of chocolate is gone, I quickly chew a few more, and repeat the two-step process. [...]
Official US Army Poster Girl During WWII Dies at Age 92 Shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor, a 22-year-old Wabash, Indiana woman posed for three US posters designed to boost morale amongst US soldiers. The slogan was simple: Please get there and back. Be careful what you say or write. Her name: Margie Stewart. [...]
In 1939, the British government aimed to boost morale of its citizens in case of invasion during WWII. The Ministry of Information produced a series of posters to use as motivational publications. Three campaign slogans were used: Freedom Is In Peril. Defend It With All Your Might Your Courage, Your Cheerfulness, Your Resolution Will Bring [...]
The US National Archives released the 1940 Census April 2, 2012, attracting tens of millions of web site visitors within hours, crashing the servers. This is the first time full census reports were posted on the Internet. Susan Cooper, a spokeswoman for the National Archives said they had anticipated great interest, but found the immediate [...]
Early American, or “Colonial” was in vogue. Wooden furniture with floral fabrics, ruffles were all the rage. Interiors were not just functional but fun.
One of the most enduring toys of our times – Silly Putty – wasn’t designed to be in the hands of kids. Its inventor was attempting to respond to a challenge made by the US government. During World War II, raw materials like rubber became harder to obtain. The Japanese had invaded Asian countries were [...]
Rosie the Riveter has been a symbol of the strength and determination of women since she was first introduced in the early 1940s. She and her slogan, “We Can Do It!”, was used during World War II in attempt to recruit women to work in the factories while the men were off to war. The [...]
Fanta: The Humble Beginnings of a Worldwide Phenomenon There have been all kinds of stories about Fanta’s creation in Nazi Germany during WWII. Some of what has been said is true— a great deal is fiction. Prior to the breakout of the war, Germany was the location of The Coca-Cola Company’s greatest overseas success. Records [...]
