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  Thomas Jefferson founding father and principal author of the Declaration of Independence! Envisioned in America where all men are created equal! Over the course of his life he enslaved more than 600 black men women and children. This is the story of three teenagers who were brought to The White House to train as Jefferson's personal chefs enslaved. At birth Monticello Jefferson's sprawling private Plantation in rural Virginia. Ursula Edith and Francis were married with families of their own. They elected Thomas Jefferson☕☕ President in 1801 and instructed that Ursula joined him in Washington D.C. The nation's New Capital! Followed by Edith in 1802 and Francis in 1806. In The W hite House kitchen under the guidance of French Chef Julian they worked long hard hours and served multiple meals a day. Including dishes for President Jefferson household events. When President Jefferson died, all were sold to different families. All were ex...

Martha Wayles Skelton Jefferson was born on October 19, 1748 O.S. at her fathers plantation in Charles City County, Virginia. After the death of her first husband two years into their marriage, she returned to her parents home with their young son. A few years later,  Thomas Jefferson courted the 22 -year-old widow, and they shared an interest in horseback,riding, literature, and music.  They were married on New Year´s Day, 1772 💥 The cermony took place at the Bride´s plantation home. Their daughter Martha was born in September 1772, but only Patsy and Polly lived to adulthood. Martha´s health weakened due the physical strain of frequent pregnancies, and she died in 1782 after giving birth to their last child. Despite their happy-ten marriage, Jefferson couldn´t bring himself to record their life together. Half a century later, his daughter remembered his sorrow over her mothers death. . Martha Jefferson was apparently talented in music! A Hessian officer who vist...

 Civil War! Thus in silent dreams, projections  Returning, resuming, I thread my way through the hospitals;. The hurt and wounded I pacify with soothing hand, I sit by the restless all dark night — some are so young;. Some suffer so much — I recall the experience sweet and sad… Many a  soldier ’s loving arms about this neck have cross’d and rested Walt Whitman — 1876 Daniel Chester French’s sculpture of Abraham  Lincoln  serves as the centerpiece of the memorial, and it is impossible for onlookers not to catch their breath as their eyes meet  his solemn gaze. The sculpture’s incredible artistic detail allows us to sense the tension and strain Lincoln is under as he contemplates the great sacrifice he made to preserve the Union. Despite this, he exudes a commanding presence that resonates with all present. Don’t forget to take a moment to absorb the — Lincoln stands before a flag that symbolizes the very  Union  that he gave his life for, with fas...

  I think it's important to always challenge yourself it makes you a better person in different aspects of your own space. Life in wilderness has given me that aspect of being outdoors! I work for everything that I have! I have a need from a lasting fire, making myself comfortable! That is important skills. I set a lot of the skill that those individuals used on the frontier and in everyday living! They had to work for every single convenience that we now take for granted. We're so excited about bringing this new focus on your goals! On the idea of the American frontier what it took to survive. What kind of person in the heart of the town you are. You stand as a Pillar of Strength the glue that holds your local community together. Every man and woman reliant on you for their daily sustenance and without you families would face hunger and homelessness !I will take you on a delicious trip to the past! Your steady presence keeps chaos and turmoil at Bay! It...

 Slavery and race, Women's rights! Adams was firmly against slavery in the United States, viewing it as a danger to American democracy. In a thought-provoking letter penned on March 31, 1776, she questioned whether the majority of white Virginians truly possessed a "passion for Liberty," especially since they denied freedom to others. An interesting event that showcased Adams' stance on race occurred in Philadelphia in 1791. A free black youth approached her, seeking help in learning to read and write. Adams took it upon herself to enroll the boy in a local evening school, despite facing objections from a neighbor. Unfazed, she stated that he was just as deserving of education as any of the young men around, and his complexion should not be a barrier to receiving instruction or learning how to earn a living. However, it is essential to note that Adams held some white supremacist views throughout her life. After witnessing a 1785 production of Othello in London, she ex...

 Secrets of success! Success is earned, one step at a time. One of the most invaluable skills a person can have is being able to clearly express what they want. You have the courage that leads to success. As long as you’re learning, you’ll never fail.  The most successful people don’t look back to see who’s watching. “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fail.” —Confucius Look for opportunities to lift others up along the way. Having the proper mindset, moving outside your comfort zone, developing and maintaining healthy relationships, and staying focused have been key drivers of success for thousands of years.  The Unforgettable Love Letters of John and Abigail Adams! When we think of John and Abigail Adams, it’s hard to imagine any couple in American history being more influential or significant. Yet, when they first met back in the summer of 1759, they weren’t immediately smitten with one another. With a nine-year age gap, young Abiga...