New York Penn Station

All Aboard!

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March 7th 2016
Today was the day! I woke up at the crack of dawn, anxious to start my vacation. Last night I packed everything I think I am going to need. In total I have two suitcases containing shorts, shirts, jeans, undies of course, a jacket, a poncho and umbrella (in case the unthinkable happens, it rains), a dress, and a swimsuit. I have also packed a small blanket for the 21 1/2 hour train ride..ugghh. In ... 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