Daily Archives: December 24, 2024

An Analysis Of Contemporary Christmas Songs As A Sign Of A Change In Culture

At the outset, I feel it necessary to point out that neither I nor a substantial portion of my readers celebrate Christmas, a matter which I discuss regularly this time of year. However, even those of us who do not … Continue reading

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Today In History: On December 24, 1814, Diplomats Signed the Treaty of Ghent

The Treaty of Ghent, signed on December 24, 1814, marked the formal end of the War of 1812 between Great Britain and the United States. The path to this peace agreement was complex and deeply intertwined with the broader context … Continue reading

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