America

Stories that inspire Americans to learn about their local history. Each of these stories from the Mr. Local History Project dig into great tales from America’s past.

The Annins of Liberty Corner

Thanksgiving Proclamation Way Before Lincoln Did It -Thanks Jersey Guys

While history recognizes President Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation, many don't know that two New Jersey statesmen persuaded President George Washington…

4 weeks ago

TROG – The Race of Gentlemen – Pure Jersey History Right in Front of Your Eyes

Known as The Race of Gentlemen, the event has been revived since the 1950s by a local club called the…

2 months ago

Remebering the Waterloo Village Concert Series

The Waterloo Fields, home to the Waterloo Music Festival in Byram Township, New Jersey. In 1977, Waterloo Village opened an…

5 months ago

Independence Day – Kudos to New Jersey Signers #jersey5

Let's talk about the five Jersey patriots who stepped in at the last minute and helped form a new country.…

5 months ago

Col. Samuel Colt Got His Start in Paterson, New Jersey

Starting in 1836 in Paterson, New Jersey, Samuel Colt's revolver is one of the 10 most influential inventions EVER produced.…

5 months ago

Newark’s 1932 Krug’s Tavern Wooden Collectible Honors Jersey’s BEST

Krug's Tavern, a shot and beer joint that's survived through WW2, the Riots, and gentrification, the four generations continue the…

5 months ago

The Annins of Liberty Corner: Patriots, Flag Company and a Middle School

Update: February 16, 2024 - Thanks to all of you, the BOE has removed the name change for William Annin…

5 months ago

New Jersey’s Gift to America 250 – A July 4 Celebration You Must See

RAIN or SHINE – EVERY July 4th at 10:30 am – Join friends and family on Independence Day as the…

5 months ago

The American Flag Means Liberty Corner’s Annin Family

Flag Day is celebrated on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the American flag by the Continental Congress on…

6 months ago

Mr. Local History Knows The Top 20 Daytona 500 Destinations to Hit During Speedweeks

Want to go to the #Daytona500 Speedweeks and feel like you know where to go? Here's 20 years of experience…

10 months ago

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