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Fun Fact: Hetty
Green, the first American woman tycoon,
was sometimes called "The Witch of Wall Street" for her
penny penching ways and dour demeanor. She
turned a $5 million inheritance in 1865 into $26 million in 1885.
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Presidents before George Washington?
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How Washington State Got Its Name
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Who invented the American flag?
Who invented the first American flag?
Florida Crackers
Florida Crackers get their name from the rugged 19th century cowmen who "hunted" cattle. They used long bullskin whips to herd their cattle.
The British AREN'T Coming??
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Did you know that there is no evidence that Paul Revere ever said the "British are Coming"?
Paul did travel by boat and horseback from his home in Boston'...
President Reagan's favorite food
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President Reagan's favorite food was jelly beans!
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