A Blog by Linda Lacour Hobar
As the author of The Mystery of History, I wanted a place to stay in touch with my readers and ponder out loud matters of the heart, our homes, and history. I’m glad you’re here! ~Linda
What is it about the Mona Lisa?
February 3, 2022What is it about the Mona Lisa? Is it her timid smile, her mysterious eyes, or just…
Benjamin Franklin—A Jack-of-All-Trades
February 3, 2022Take a jack-of-all-trades kind of man. Add to him a good dose of wit, a dash of…
The Mysteries of Stonehenge
January 14, 2022Have you ever seen pictures of Stonehenge and wondered who built it, and why? Stonehenge is the…
The Marriage of Pocahontas
December 6, 2021The last we looked at Pocahontas, she supposedly saved the life of John Smith when she dramatically…
The History of the Jamestown Settlement
November 13, 2021As many Americans prepare for Thanksgiving this month, our thoughts turn back to the First Thanksgiving after…
Is the Story of Robin Hood True? Facts vs. Fiction
October 19, 2021When you hear the name Robin Hood, what comes to your mind? Do you think of bows…
Was There Really a Trojan Horse?
October 5, 2021Have you ever heard of the Trojan Horse? The legend of the Trojan Horse makes a great…
George Müller’s Trust in God—An Example to Us All (Part 2)
September 13, 2021In my last post, I wrote about “George Müller—A Great Faith in a Great God.” Today I…
George Müller—Great Faith in a Great God (Part 1)
September 10, 2021With hard headlines around us, I thought it an appropriate time to be reminded of the great…
William Wilberforce- The Fight Against Slavery
July 28, 2021I love coming across true heroes in history. I believe I’ve found one in the story of…
The History of the Olympics—With Fun Activities for the Whole Family
July 28, 2021It’s the Summer Olympics 2021! Do you like to watch the Olympics? I LOVE watching gymnastics (and…
The Rosetta Stone Discovery July 19, 1799
July 14, 2021July 19th, 1799 was an important day for those who are interested in ancient history. On this…
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