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New Hampshire WWI Military: Heroes of Haverhill and Pike

Posted on 21 May, 2018 by Janice Brown

In 1912 the town of Haverhill New Hampshire celebrated its 150th anniversary of its settlement. At that time its almost 3,500 inhabitants celebrated in style with speeches, dinners and singing. They had no way of knowing that in just a … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s Decoration Day 1869 (now known as Memorial Day)

Posted on 25 May, 2015 by Janice Brown

Today we celebrate Memorial Day, as an official date to honor and to decorate the graves of those who perished in the wars and skirmishes of the United States. In 1869 this time of year was called DECORATION DAY, and … Continue reading →

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