Historical Facts

The Holy Turkey

Did you know? There once was a time when turkeys were worshipped as manifestations of the Mayan Gods. They were a symbol of power and prestige.

Fake Cleopatra?

Did you know? Cleopatra was not at all an Egyptian woman. She was actually Greek! She was one of Alexander The Great's General Ptolemy's descendants!

The President's House?

Did you know? George Washington is the only president to have never lived within The White House. It was meant to be built and was finished after his departure making John Adams the first president to live there.

Goodbye Revolution!

The last original members of the American Revolution (John Adams & Thomas Jefferson) died on the same day five hours apart from each other and on the 4th of July ! (1826)