History
The Story of Hans Jonathan (1784-1827)
By David Johnson | Striving to ensure that liberty and justice for all is deeply woven throughout our society’s entire fabric is a struggle that continues today. In the U.S., many examples of courage and resilience are found in those who were enslaved. And still there are stories of pain and suffering down to…
Read MoreOctober 9th is the day we celebrate Leifur Eiríksson Day!
Almost five centuries before Christopher Columbus discovered America, Leifur Eiríksson and his group of travelers explored North America. Those with Scandinavian/Viking heritage celebrate Leifur Eiríksson Day/Leif Erikson Day each year. In Icelandic, his name is spelled Leifur Eiríksson. He is called, “The son of Iceland, grandson of Norway, and the discoverer of North America.” His…
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