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Role models have the power to shape our lives in profound ways. Whether they’re a historical figure, a public personality, or someone close to you, we tend to follow their example. So one way to express your thanks to them is with a letter to heroes. These can be your way of expressing your thanks… Read More »A Letter to Heroes: Writing to Role Models
On October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus’s expedition finally reached the Americas and landed in the Bahamas. This made him one of the first Europeans to journey to the Americas, a pivotal moment in world history. This can be seen in Columbus’ report to Spain, outlining his discovery and how it has the potential to change… Read More »Columbus’ Report to Spain: The Letter That Launched the Age of Exploration
In 1962, the Second Vatican Council, also known as Vatican II, was opened by Pope John XXIII to discuss how the Roman Catholic Church could be modernized. As part of this event, Pope John XXII created the Humanae Salutis, which he had written several months prior. In this letter, he discussed the need for the… Read More »Pope John XXIII’s Humanae Salutis: The Letter That Changed the Catholic Church Forever
On October 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire began. What was rumored to have been caused by a single oil lamp that was left too close to a cow quickly grew to become one of the most devastating urban fires in U.S. history? The ensuing inferno lasted for over two days and spread across the… Read More »The Night of the Great Chicago Fire: What Really Happened on October 8, 1871
As the dust settled on the battle of Gettysburg, Abraham Lincoln would visit the cemetery to discuss the future of the war. Here he would give the famous Gettysburg Address. This short speech, with only 272 words, was written on the back of an envelope. This short letter reaffirmed America’s values of freedom and how… Read More »Gettysburg Address: 272 Words Changed the Course of History!
With accusations of misappropriating public funds, Richard Nixon needed something big to save his career. This came in the form of a dog and his televised letter. In this address, he successfully won the public’s hearts and showed them a different side of him. Rather than resigning in disgrace, Richard Nixon was able to survive… Read More »How A Televised Letter And A Dog Saved Nixon’s Career
Before Paul Revere’s famous Midnight Ride on April 18, 1775, there was a lesser-known revolutionary crisis that led to the battle. This was when the British attempted to capture the colonial stockpiles in Concord, Massachusetts. This was caused by Joseph Warren who warned Paul about the British plan and allowed the colonial militias to make… Read More »A Revolutionary Crisis: The Letter That Warned the Colonies
During his exploration across the Pacific, Ferdinand Magellan recruited Antonio Pigafetta, as a chronicler for his expedition. This conquistador’s letters and documents soon became known as “The First Voyage Around the World”. His writings tackle the journey across the world including the hardships and struggles they faced that led to the death of most of… Read More »The Shocking Conquistador’s Letter Reporting Magellan’s Death
Tragedy struck the United States on September 19, 1881, as President James A. Garfield passed away from wounds sustained from an assassination attempt a few months prior. His death rocked the nation, especially his vice president. Chester A. Arthur was given the task of informing Garfield’s widow. Chester Arthur’s letter was a rare glimpse into… Read More »Chester Arthur’s Letter After President Garfield’s Assassination
The letter by Esther Hart, a famous Titanic survivor remains one of the most well-known documents about the Titanic. Esther’s letter was written just hours before the fateful incident and provides a rare glimpse of the Titanic before the incident happened, the peaceful description contrasting sharply with the disaster that unfolded. It remains one of… Read More »Esther’s Letter Before the Titanic Sunk: A Chilling Prelude to A Disaster
