This day in history: November 28

On November 28, 1843, at the Court of London, the British and French governments formally recognized Hawaiian independence.

Colonel Louis at Oriskany and Valley Forge

Colonel Louis at Oriskany and Valley Forge

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “ Colonel Louis at Oriskany and Valley Forge” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

Mohawk Valley Autumn

Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address

This expression of gratitude is recited by the Haudenosaunee at community gatherings throughout the year.

This day in history: November 22

On Friday, November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was shot as he rode in a motorcade through the streets of Dallas, Texas; he died shortly thereafter.

The Wampum Chronicles: Louis Cook: A "Colonel" of Truth?

Louis Cook: A “Colonel” of Truth?

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “Louis Cook: A “Colonel” of Truth?” by historian and author, Darren Bonaparte.

This day in history: November 16

On this day, November 16, 1974, the Arecibo message is broadcast an interstellar radio message from the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico.

Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union Between the States… Williamsburg [Va.]: Printed by Alexander Purdie, 1777. Printed Ephemera: Three Centuries of Broadsides and Other Printed Ephemera. Rare Book and Special Collections Division.

This day in history: November 15

On November 15, 1777, the Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation.

Benjamin Franklin opening first subscription library in Philadelphia. Photograph of a painting by Charles E. Mills, between 1900 and 1912. cFranklin Foundation. Detroit Publishing Company. Prints & Photographs Division

This day in history: November 14

On November 14, 1732, The Library Company of Philadelphia founded by Benjamin Franklin, signed a contract with its first librarian.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Armistice day parade

This day in history: November 11

On November 11, 1954, the United States designates Veterans Day, previously Armistice Day, to honor veterans of all U.S. wars.

Nov 10 Wampum Chronicles Louis Cook: A French and Indian Warrior

Louis Cook: A French and Indian Warrior

This week’s Wampum Chronicles continues with, “ Louis Cook: A French and Indian Warrior” by Darren Bonaparte.