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“Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it.”
This is a quote that is often used. It surely proves itself to be true over and over again as actions speak louder than words. The same mistakes that have been made for eons continually occur, and it confirms that the people who are in leadership and decision making roles are completely unaware, or ignorant, of the consequences of prior events that have been recorded throughout the annals of history.
This site is dedicated to preserving and keeping history alive and up-to-date and sharing as much information as possible.
Yesterday’s news is today’s history.
Obviously, this is a very challenging undertaking and new information is constantly being added.
If you would like to share information you are certainly encouraged to do so, and your contributions will be appreciated by many. Just email me at: randyjaye@gmail.com and I will add your information into this site as soon as possible.
Fun With History - People and Facts that are Mostly Unknown or Forgotten
* 5 People You Never Heard Of Who Changed American History
* 7 Other Overlooked Historical Figures who Deserve the Hamilton Treatment
* 10 Forgotten Americans Who Made History
* 10 Women That History Has Forgotten, But We Haven't
* 15 Historical Facts You Never Learned in School
* 15 Interesting People That History Somehow Forgot
* 15 Unsung Moments From American History That Historians Say You Should Know About
* 20 Random Facts in History You Probably Didn't Know
* 25 Moments From American History That Matter Right Now
* 30 Crazy Facts That Will Change Your View of History
* 30 Historical Figures Who Might Not Have Existed
* 40 of the Most Enduring Myths in American History
* 50 Amazing Historical Facts You Never Knew
* 51 Historical Photos You've Probably Never Seen Before
* 55 Interesting History Facts That Will Make You Go Wow
* 55 Interesting History Facts You Won’t Learn Anywhere Else
* 100 History Facts They Didn’t Teach You At School
* Beautiful historic homes in America you can actually visit
* Biographies of the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence
History in the News
Get Involved with Local History
The Importance of Local Historic Preservation and Activism
* Historic Preservation: Sustainable and Historic Building Projects
* The Importance of Historic Preservation - Historic and Unique Buildings Give Areas More Prominence
* To Preserve or Demolish a Historic Structure - That is the Question
* Why Local History is Important
* You Too Can Do Good by Getting Involved with Local History
Documenting and Teaching History Fairly and Accurately
* Heart Mountain Foundation teams with educators to teach about little-known American history
* I Asked Historians What Find Made Them Go ‘Wait, Wut?’ Here’s A Taste Of The Hundreds Of Replies
* Our Kids Deserve the Honest Truth About U.S. History
Explore the Fascinating History of Clocks and Watches
CLOCKS: Some of the earliest clocks (water clocks, hourglasses and sundials) have existed within human civilizations for thousands of years. The mechanical clock became a very important necessity during the Industrial Revolution and played a key role in the development of the modern world. Many stories and pictures of various types of clocks are included in this website.
WATCHES: During the 15th century in Europe, watches evolved from portable spring driven clocks. In the 17th century, pocket watches became the first mobile timepiece and remained in common use for over 400 years. During the World War 1 era, the more miniaturized and convenient wristwatch came into fashion and became the timepiece of choice for men and women. Wristwatches have evolved into various shapes and styles, and have incorporated advancing technology to expand their features and capabilities. Many stories and pictures of various types of watches are included in this website.
History Books Written by Randy Jaye
Jim Crow Era Propaganda, Artifacts and Upheavals in Florida
The Jim Crow Era (1877 to 1968) has an ugly legacy of racism. Most people who did not live during the Jim Crow Era have little to no idea of its restrictive covenants, literacy tests, poll taxes, lynchings, beatings, and other oppressive features that hampered the economic, educational and political progress of Blacks and other people of color. You are invited to take a journey through the Jim Crow Era where you will learn how racial segregation became an integral part of American society, how it survived for almost 100 years, and how it was dismantled by the modern Civil Rights Movement. Many of the racial stereotypes, propaganda techniques and artifacts used to oppress Blacks and other people of color are explained and exposed. It’s time to learn about this dark chapter in American history so something like it can never happen again.
