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More than two billion bibles have been distributed in hotels, jails, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, colleges, and medical offices around the world through the work
June 18, 2021
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More than two billion bibles have been distributed in hotels, jails, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, colleges, and medical offices around the world through the work
Rafael Chacon was a career military man. He fought with Kit Carson against the Utes and Apaches in the 1850s and later with Gov. Manuel
While the nation honors the U.S. flag today, the state of New Mexico has the unique distinction of having had four flags in its history.
Santa Fe artist Olive Rush came from a long line of Quakers. They were followers of the 17th-century religious leader, George Fox. Known as the
The Santa Fe Ring was started by two young lawyers, Thomas B. Catron and Stephen Elkins. They came to Santa Fe after the American Civil
Santa Fe’s Carl Tsosie served in the army during World War II, where he participated in the invasion at Normandy. As a staff sergeant he
Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday in May. In Santa Fe and throughout the rest of the country ceremonies take place to
Ruth Laughlin was the author of two seminal books on Santa Fe history. In 1945 she wrote Caballeros, The Romance of Santa Fe and the
Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday in May. The tradition began after the American Civil War. In New Mexico the Civil War
Frank Ortiz was the proprietor of the Ortiz grocery store at the corner of Paseo de Peralta and Galisteo Street where Cafe Martin is located
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