On October 20, 1803, the U.S. Senate cast a vote that would forever reshape the destiny of a young republic. With the ratification of the Louisiana Purchase treaty, America suddenly doubled in size, acquiring over 828,000 square miles of land from France at a cost of $15 million—just four cents an acre. At the time, …
Thomas Jefferson Thomas Jefferson was a true American trailblazer, who left an indelible mark on the fabric of American history. Born in Virginia in 1743, Jefferson was more than just the third President of the United States, he was an accomplished planter, lawyer, and revolutionary. His involvement in the American Revolution and his role as …
In honor of President’s Day 2021 we will take a look at the 3rd President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson was a very remarkable man who started learning very early in life and never stopped. At 5, began studying under his cousin’s tutor. At 9, studied Latin, Greek and French. At 14, …
