Tag Archives: Columbus Day

When did Columbus become Italian?

Posted on October 9, 2021 by vanbraman

Monday is Columbus Day, which has pretty much turned into Italian Heritage Day in the United States. But, was Columbus Italian? I will not question where Columbus was born, although there are theories out there that he was born in … Continue reading →

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Holiday Weekend

Posted on October 9, 2015 by vanbraman

For many of my readers this weekend is a Holiday Weekend. Here in the United States we often do not hear about other holidays that are being celebrated around the world. In Taiwan this Saturday is National Day of the … Continue reading →

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