MASSACHUSETTS - Hammond Castle Museum

 Thanks to Bethany for the card.

"Hammond Castle Museum is a unique treasure on the coast of Gloucester, Massachusetts. It was constructed between the years 1926 to 1929, by inventor John Hays Hammond, Jr. to serve as his residence. Its architectural style is that of a medieval castle, and was custom built to encompass his private collection of artifacts spanning from ancient Rome through the Renaissance. Visitors are welcome to explore the many rooms of the castle with its medieval architecture and artifacts, as well as enjoy the beauty of the castle grounds and view of the Atlantic shore line. In addition, the Museum offers a number of educational programs and prearranged tour opportunities for school and tour groups."

USA - Civil War Soldier

A picture of  a civil war soldier from the North (1860s). Thanks to Jessica for the card.

NEW YORK - Syracuse University

"Syracuse University (Syracuse, 'Cuse, or SU[8]) is a private research university in Syracuse, New York. The institution's roots can be traced to the Genesee Wesleyan Seminary, founded in 1831 by the Methodist Episcopal Church in Lima, New York. After several years of debate over relocating the college to Syracuse, the university was established in 1870, independent of the college."

USA - Golden Gate Bridge

Thanks to Deborah for the card.

"The Golden Gate Bridge is an iconic structure connecting the city of San Francisco to Marin County, California. It spans almost two miles across the Golden Gate, the narrow strait where San Francisco Bay opens to meet the Pacific Ocean. The dream of connecting San Francisco to its northern neighbors became a reality when construction commenced in 1933. Given the chance for steady employment amid the Great Depression, construction crews braved treacherous conditions as the roadway and towers took shape over open water. The Golden Gate Bridge, opened to the public in 1937, has endured as a picture-perfect landmark and an engineering marvel." Source

USA - Autumn 1895

Thanks to Carol for the card.

USA - Of Course I Can

Make It Do – Rationing of Canned Goods in World War II.

Am I Proud? I'm Fighting Famine by Canning Food at Home - WWII War Propaganda.

Thanks Nikki,  it would be great if the card were sent from US.

 

GEORGIA - Crawford W. Long Museum

Thanks to Nicole.

"Crawford Williamson Long (November 1, 1815 – June 16, 1878) was an American surgeon and pharmacist best known for his first use of inhaled sulfuric ether as an anesthetic.
Long was the first obstetric anesthetist. In 1845, he had his wife inhale while she was giving birth. Until recently,[when?] his practice of using inhalation anesthesia dominated obstetrics. In 1849, Long announced his discovery in a small local magazine. However, he did not receive significant recognition until Marion Sims, a New York surgeon, published the first major article about Long's contribution. Today, the majority of scholars concur that Long performed the first successful surgery using anesthesia.

The Crawford W. Long Museum in Jefferson, Georgia, provides educational exhibits about the life and career of Dr. Crawford W. Long, the physician who, on March 30, 1842 first used ether for surgical anesthesia. The Gallery takes you on a journey through Dr. Long’s life. From his exceptional education, to his early days as a physician and his discovery of the first anesthetic, through the days of the Civil War and Reconstruction. Come visit the site of America’s greatest contribution to medicine and learn how this “country doctor” came to be the father of painless surgery."

VERMONT - Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, Middlebury

Thanks to Nicole For the card. The card reads: Saint Mary’s Catholic Church. This magnificent gothic marble church is situated on College Street, adjacent to the beautiful Middlebury Collage Campus.

VIRGINIA- Mapcard

Thanks to Carol for the card.

USA - Team work

Thanks to Steph for the card.

SOUTH DAKOTA - Badlands National Park

Thanks to Wendy for the card.

"Badlands National Park is in South Dakota. Its dramatic landscapes span layered rock formations, steep canyons and towering spires. Bison, bighorn sheep and prairie dogs inhabit its sprawling grasslands. The Badlands Loop Road (Highway 240) winds past scenic lookouts. Several trails begin near the Ben Reifel Visitor Center. The Fossil Exhibit Trail is a boardwalk with displays on fossils uncovered in the park."

WASHINGTON - San Juan Islands

Thanks to Richard for the card.

"The San Juan Islands are an archipelago in the Pacific Northwest of the United States between the U.S. state of Washington and Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. The San Juan Islands are part of Washington state. In the archipelago, four islands are accessible to vehicular and foot traffic via the Washington State Ferries system."

ARIZONA - Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix

Thanks to Patrick for the card.

"Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park in Central Phoenix is not only a botanical garden, but it is also classified as a museum by the American Association of Museums. The garden covers about 50 acres, and in addition to the vast array of native plants on display, the garden is home to over 21,000 plants representing 3,931 plant classifications in 139 plant families." Source

CALIFORNIA - La Jolla

Thanks to Emily for the card.

"La Jolla is a smart seaside area, known for its rugged coastline. Trails wind past pine trees and sandstone canyons in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, while the 2 courses at world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course sit atop sea cliffs. La Jolla Cove has sweeping ocean views, and the Shell Beach tide pools are home to anemones and crabs. Posh boutiques and waterfront restaurants dot walkable La Jolla Village."

WASHINGTON - The White House

The White House was the first government building to be constructed in Washington, DC. It has een the official residence of the U.S. Presidents except George Washington. Thanks to Sarah for the card.

CALIFORNIA - Hearst Castle

Begun by Willaim Randolph Hearst in 1919, the Castle was surrounded by 100,000 acres of rolling coastal hills, wildflowers and oaks. In the main "house" are 49 bathrooms, 58 bedrooms not including the 3 guest houses.  Thanks to John for the carad.

"Hearst Castle, San Simeon, is a National Historic Landmark and California Historical Landmark located on the Central Coast of California in the United States. The joint concept of William Randolph Hearst, the publishing tycoon, and his architect Julia Morgan, it was built between 1919 and 1947."

WASHINGTON - Seattle Skyline

Thanks to Don for the card.

"Seattle is a seaport city on the West Coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. With an estimated 730,000 residents as of 2018, Seattle is the largest city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America."

USA - Little White Church, Elbe, Washington

Thanks to Becki for the card.

"This tiny (18-by-24 foot) church sits on its original location in the beautiful foothills west of Mount Rainier. The town of Elbe, Washington, has a rich German heritage and bears the name of the founders' origin, the Elbe River valley near Hamburg, Germany. As it has since 1906, the church signifies peace and tranquility to residents and tourists alike. Beginning in 1893, worshipers met in homes and the town hall until the church was constructed in 1906. 

A founder of the town, Heinrich Lutkens, donated the land and material for the church. Pastor Karl Kilian designed this simple yet pleasing building, and the townspeople built it themselves. Pastor Kilian served his Elbe flock from 1906 to 1933."

TEXAS - The Alamo, San Antonio

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"The Alamo Mission in San Antonio (Spanish: Misión de Álamo), commonly called The Alamo and originally known as the Misión San Antonio de Valero, is a historic Spanish mission and fortress compound founded in the 18th century by Roman Catholic missionaries in what is now San Antonio, Texas, United States. It was the site of the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Today it is a museum in the Alamo Plaza Historic District and a part of the San Antonio Missions World Heritage Site. 

The historic district was one of the early Spanish missions in Texas, built for the education of local American Indians after their conversion to Christianity. The mission was secularized in 1793 and then abandoned. Ten years later, it became a fortress housing the Second Flying Company of San Carlos de Parras military unit, who likely gave the mission the name Alamo. During the Texas Revolution, Mexican General Martín Perfecto de Cos surrendered the fort to the Texian Army in December 1835, following the Siege of Béxar. A relatively small number of Texian soldiers then occupied the compound for several months. The defenders were wiped out at the Battle of the Alamo on March 6, 1836. As the Mexican Army retreated from Texas several months later, they tore down many of the Alamo walls and burned some of the buildings."

USA - Black History Month

February was Black History Month. This month the country tries to celebrate great people who have done great thing. Thanks to Tali for the card.