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The #GrandOleOpry began in 1925 when #WSMRadio went live. A month later, George D. Hay introduced the WSM Barn Dance with fiddler Uncle Jimmy Thompson - and the Opry was born. 100 years later, it remains country music’s heart. Celebrate with NBC on March 19! #Opry100 🎶

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On March 8, 1941, FDR signed the Lend-Lease Bill, ensuring vital aid to our Allies fighting fascism. Despite fierce opposition from isolationists, he declared the U.S. must be the "arsenal of democracy," laying the groundwork for victory in WWII. #LendLease #WWII #FDR #History

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Patsy Cline was the most popular female country singer in recording history, achieving icon status after her tragic death at age 30 in 1963. The first solo female artist inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and her influence still shapes country music today. #PatsyCline #CountryMusic

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Celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth with trailblazers! ✨ First up: Loretta Lynn - country music’s fearless voice for women. First woman to win CMA Entertainer of the Year, first with 50+ Top 10 hits, & first female country artist with a gold album. A true legend! 🎶 #LorettaLynn #CountryMusic #Music

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In August 1941, #FDR and #WinstonChurchill met aboard HMS Prince of Wales to discuss and issue the #AtlanticCharter, outlining their vision for the postwar world. By early 1942, 26 Allied nations backed it. This pivotal document laid the groundwork for the #UnitedNations in 1945. #WWII #History

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One of the most haunting scenes in #StormWarning – Ginger Rogers being whisked away by the #KKK. The film was ahead of its time in holding the Klan accountable for its heinous crimes, & Rogers’ performance remains widely praised. Directed by Stuart Heisler. #ClassicHollywood ##GingerRogers #History

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Wrapping up the month by honoring Charley Pride, a true trailblazer in country music. From playing in the Negro Leagues to becoming RCA’s top-selling artist, he broke barriers with over 30 #1 hits. His statue stands outside the Ryman, a tribute to his legacy. #CharleyPride #CountryMusic #Legend #BHM

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#MaryMcLeodBethune was a trailblazer in education, civil rights, and government. As the founder of Bethune-Cookman University & a key advisor to #FDR, she empowered Black communities and paved the way for future leaders. She is pictured here with former First Lady, #EleanorRoosevelt. #BHM

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Honoring George Washington on his birthday - a leader who set the standard for integrity and service. 🇺🇸 "Remember that it is the actions, and not the commission, that make the officer, and that there is more expected from him, than the title." — George Washington #Leadership #GeorgeWashington

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#StormWarning premiere in 1951. 30 years later, at a 1981 Gridiron Club speech attended by #GingerRogers, #RonaldReagan joked that he didn’t understand the film’s title - until he met Tip O’Neill! Check out my convo w/ @frnclassics.bsky.social! classics136634685.wordpress.com/2025/02/13/e...

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Great leadership is about inspiring others to grow, dream, and achieve. As John Quincy Adams said, 'If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, then you are a leader.' This #PresidentsDay, we honor those who have led with vision and purpose. 🇺🇸 #Leadership

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On June 19, 1926, DeFord Bailey became the first Black member of the Grand Ole Opry, dazzling audiences with his harmonica. Despite his talent, he was forced to retire in 1941 due to WSM’s ASCAP license cancellation. He returned in 1974.. #BlackHistoryMonth #DefordBailey #GrandOleOpry #MusicHistory

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On Feb 15, 1933, an assassination attempt on president-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt occurred. Italian anarchist Giuseppe Zangara fired shots, wounding 5, including Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak, who later died. FDR remained calm - his steady leadership foreshadowed the presidency to come. #FDR #History

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Few love stories in country music shine like Johnny Cash & June Carter. From "Jackson" to "If I Were a Carpenter," their music captured their passion. Married in 1968, they stood by each other through highs & lows. A love for the ages. 💕🎶 #ValentinesDay #JohnnyCash #JuneCarter #CountryMusic

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🎙New Podcast! Talking the 1950 movie Storm Warning on @frnclassics.bsky.social! A noir thriller starring Ginger Rogers, Ronald Reagan & Doris Day. It takes a bold look at the KKK during the Red Scare Era. Ahead of its time & still resonates. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

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We're happy to welcome back @holleysnaith.bsky.social to discuss 1950's Storm Warning. LISTEN: linktr.ee/FrontRowClas...

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Born on February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln led with wisdom, courage, and an unshakable belief in freedom. As he reminded us, 'As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master. This expresses my idea of democracy.' We honor his legacy by upholding equality and justice. #Lincoln #Leadership

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📽️Charlie Chaplin’s 'The Kid' premiered on February 6, 1921. 'The Kid' was his first full-length feature and a masterpiece of silent cinema. Blending comedy & heart-wrenching drama, it set the standard for films that make us laugh and cry. #CharlieChaplin #TheKid #ClassicMovies #OldHollywood

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Buster Keaton, Anna Q. Nilsson, William Holden, Cecil B. DeMille, Gloria Swanson and H.B. Warner on the set of Sunset Boulevard (1950)

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Marian Anderson shattered barriers with her remarkable voice, challenging segregation & paving the way for Black artists. In 1939, she made history singing at the #LincolnMemorial after being denied a stage due at #ConstitutionHall. A true American icon. #BlackHistoryMonth #MarianAnderson

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New Article Alert! 🚨📖 Did you know Coco Chanel’s descendants don’t own #Chanel? The Wertheimer family does! Learn how Pierre Wertheimer gained control of Chanel & how his heritage nearly cost him everything. If you are on #Medium, follow me. medium.com/lessons-from...

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"We have always held to the hope, the belief, the conviction that there is a better life, a better world, beyond the horizon" Remembering these inspiring words from #FDR, born on January 30, 1882, in Hyde Park, New York. #History #ThursdayThoughts #Inspiration #Leadership #Hope

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Curious what everyone’s reading right now! 📚 I am always looking for inspiration, so I picked up "Profiles in Courage" by JFK. I want to hear what everyone else is reading! #Books #ReadingCommunity #BookSky #Reading #Literature #Community

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January 27, 1945: Auschwitz Liberated On this day, soldiers of the 60th Army of the First Ukrainian Front freed 7,000 prisoners from Auschwitz. These survivors greeted their liberators with profound relief, marking a pivotal moment in history. #HolocaustRemembrance #NeverForget #History

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Calling all classic movie fans! 🎬 I’m thrilled to share that I recently recorded a new episode with @frnclassics.bsky.social. We had an amazing conversation diving into an often overlooked film. Stay tuned - it’s dropping in just a couple of weeks! 🍿✨ #ClassicMovies #FrontRowClassics #Podcast

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Florida had a very rare snow day! Simply peaceful and beautiful ❄️ #snow #winter #florida

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"To maintain a democracy of effort requires a vast amount of patience in dealing with differing methods, a vast amount of humility. But out of the confusion of many voices rises an understanding of dominant public need." Quote from FDR's Second Inaugural Address, Jan. 20, 1937 #FDR #History

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"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. The true neighbor will risk his position, his prestige, and even his life for the welfare of others." - #MLK #Leadership #Values #Leader #History

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🛩️ On January 19, 1937, Howard Hughes shattered the transcontinental air speed record! Flying his H-1 Racer from Los Angeles to Newark, he completed the journey in just 7 hours, 28 minutes, and 25 seconds. ✈️ #OnThisDay #HistorywithHolley #HowardHughes #AviationHistory #Aviation

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My first article with #AmericanMasters was published this month! Explore how Brenda Lee conquered five musical genres and became an unstoppable force in music history. 🎶✨ @pbs.org Check it out here: www.pbs.org/wnet/america... #BrendaLee #MusicHistory #AmericanMasters #HistorywithHolley

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