America

Stories that inspire Americans to learn about their local history. Each of these stories from the Mr. Local History Project dig into great tales from America’s past.

The Annins of Liberty Corner

America’s 250th Anniversary is Coming – Looking Back at the Bicentennial… Jersey Style

It's hard to believe the United States is beginning its 250th anniversary. That means it's also been 50 years since…

5 days ago

Hey Jersey – Taylor Ham vs. SPAM

The Debate That Divides New Jersey… And Now There's a Third on the Rise... SPAM In New Jersey, there are…

4 weeks ago

Mr. Local History’s 2025 Advent Calendar of Memorable Toys/Gifts & Their History

And on the 25th Day of the Advent Toy History Calendar... The PlayStation changed gaming forever when it reached the…

4 weeks ago

American Board Game History

We all know the feeling. Say the words board games, and something instantly pops into your mind. With the holiday…

1 month ago

Plenty of Local Ties to Jersey in the Ken Burns Rev War Series

These are a series of posts that provide local insight into Ken Burns' American Revolution series and its ties to…

1 month ago

Royal Governor Francis Bernard and the Stamp Act

These are a series of posts that provide local insight into Ken Burns' American Revolution series and ties to local…

1 month ago

Honoring our Bernards Township Armed Service Veterans this Veterans Day

A reminder of whom we honor and when. Please take a moment to remember those who have served to preserve…

2 months ago

Thanksgiving Proclamations Way Before Lincoln Did It -Thanks Jersey Guys

President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving in 1863 after a series of Union victories and a nationwide plea for unity, using…

2 months ago

TROG – The Race of Gentlemen – Pure Jersey History Right in Front of Your Eyes

Known as The Race of Gentlemen, the event has been revived since the 1950s by a local club called the…

4 months ago

Remebering the Waterloo Village Concert Series

The Waterloo Fields, home to the Waterloo Music Festival in Byram Township, New Jersey. In 1977, Waterloo Village opened an…

6 months ago

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