The Five Most Exciting Indy 500 Finishes

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The Indy 500 race has been a Memorial Day event since 1911, and there have been some exciting and close finishes. Here are some of the most exciting finishes in the history of the Indy 500.

The True Meaning of Memorial Day

Memorial Day has recently become more of a three-day holiday for big sales and BBQ's instead of remembering fallen soldiers and veterans. No matter how many Memorial Day ads we see, we should never forget the true meaning and history of Memorial Day.

Remembering the Great Songs of the 1980s

For many of us in our fifties, the start of the 1980s meant the end of school and moving on with our lives. The 1980s was a new start and the music of the 1980s filled all of our lives. This decade also market the beginning of music videos that let us all listen and watch our favorite performers, bands and music of the 80s. 
Watching videos and listening to songs from the 1980s, can sure bring back some good memories. What were your favorite songs of the 1980s?

The Historical Facts of Prohibition in the United States

Dumping illegal liquor in New York City

With all of the different brands of beers, beer ads on television and flavored vodkas, it might be hard to believe that at one time in the United States, it was illegal to make, sell, consume or buy beer and alcohol. This was called prohibition. For 13 long years, you could not legally buy or drink alcohol, but that did not stop the selling and drinking of alcohol. 

 

The Voices of Famous Cartoon Characters

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Throughout the history of television, some of the most memorable and famous characters are not even real people, they are cartoon characters. Who is more recognizable, Homer Simpson or Brad Pitt? I would guess more people would recognize Homer Simpson. But these cartoon characters are real people, with real voices behind them, and some of the voices might surprise you.