Monthly Archives: March 2007

Honeybee

Honeybees were imported from Europe in the mid-1600s, first to Massachusetts, and then to New Hampshire.  See article, New … Continue reading

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The Last New Hampshire Man of the American Revolution: Samuel Downing (1761-1867)

There were many patriots of the American Revolution, but few of them survive in photographs.  Private Samuel Downing is an … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Glossary: Parka

parka–correctly pronounced pahk-ER, a heavy, waterproof, knee-length winter coat that includes a hood. The hood usually has a fur … Continue reading

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Earl Tupper

Earl Tupper was born in Berlin, Coos County NH. His most well known invention was “Tupperware.”  See article about … Continue reading

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Birch Trees in New Hampshire

Photograph of Birch Trees in New Hampshire, scanned post card.  See article about New Hampshire's official state tree…. Continue reading

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