Today in History
1849 - California State Constitutional Convention convenes in Monterey
Today's Birthdays
1943 - Valerie Perrine
1965 - Charlie Sheen
1914 - Kitty Carlisle-Hart
Word Power
milieu
environment, place. The family kitchen is probably not the proper MILIEU for writing a history term paper.
Fun Fact
Giraffes have no vocal cords.
Notable Quote
Ability is of little account without opportunity.
— Napoleon Bonaparte