Blossoms Galore April 16th 2006 After a satisfying bowl of raisin bran, we packed the car and headed north to the University of Washington to view the campus, which is renowned for the cherry tree blossoms this time of year. After driving around for what seemed like ages we finally stumbled across a parade of cherry trees in full bloom. They were a beautiful shade of a baby pink set against a back drop of green lawns and mount ... read more
North America » United States » Washington Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more