Category: Patriotism

Generations, Patriotism

How Women Won the Right to Vote 100 Years Ago Today: A Tennessee Story

by Rachel Norris1 Comment on How Women Won the Right to Vote 100 Years Ago Today: A Tennessee Story
How Women Won the Right to Vote 100 Years Ago Today: A Tennessee Story

One century ago this week, the 19th amendment was ratified in Nashville, Tennessee, securing American women the right to vote.  Do you know the story? It's time to celebrate with a little history! The following is a brief summary that barely scratches the surface of this amazing chapter in American and Tennessee history. On a [...]

Generations, Patriotism

A School Teacher, a Sea Captain, and Old Glory’s Nashville Connection

by Rachel Norris2 Comments on A School Teacher, a Sea Captain, and Old Glory’s Nashville Connection
A School Teacher, a Sea Captain, and Old Glory’s Nashville Connection

Happy Flag Day, y'all! What is Flag Day? It's an official honoring of the Flag of the United States. (Did you know that's the official name of the red, white and blue?) It's a day to fly your flag, or in my case, be prompted to buy a new one. It's a day to remember its symbolism, [...]