My mate Abe

Memorials, make-up and more music!

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May 7th 2017
Returning to Washington after a two year absence we have noticed a significant increase in police presence, particularly around the White House and Capital Building. Sirens can be heard at all times during the day with flashing lights spending through the traffic in a hurry to be elsewhere. No Marine One or presidential cavalcade for us this year, although I doubt I would be as excited about a pos ... read more

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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