Did You Know: Why We Celebrate Presidents' Day
Originally the third Monday in February was set aside as a federal holiday to observe George Washington's birthday.
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US HISTORY
Did You Know: Our Shortest Term President's Birthday Is Today
William Henry Harrison, our ninth President, was born on Feb. 9, 1773. Harrison's biggest claim to presidential fame was only holding office for 32 days.
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Did You Know: February Is Black History Month
Since 1976 we have celebrated the history and contributions African American men and women have made to society during the month of February.
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Did You Know: First Woman Elected to the US Senate Today in 1932
Women have certainly come a long way, as evidenced by the fact that the first woman was not elected to the US Senate until Jan. 12, 1932.
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Did You Know: Today Is Alexander Hamilton's Birthday
Today is founding father and first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton's birthday, the question is what year was he born?
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