History
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Silence Dogood #2: Benjamin Franklin’s Witty Take on Marriage and Widowhood
In 1722, a bold and humorous widow named Silence Dogood captivated readers of The New-England Courant with her sharp observations on life, love, and society. What the audience didn’t know? She was actually 16-year-old Benjamin Franklin, writing under a clever… Continue reading
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The First Silence Dogood Letter: Benjamin Franklin’s Witty Debut
In 1722, a mysterious widow named Silence Dogood began writing letters to The New-England Courant, one of colonial America’s most popular newspapers. Her sharp wit, humor, and social commentary quickly captivated readers. But what no one knew at the time was that “Silence… Continue reading
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The Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor, established during the American Civil War in 1861, stands as the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. Initially created as a Navy medal, it was later extended to include the Army and Air… Continue reading
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