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History of Father’s Day

Father’s Day, the holiday set aside to celebrate dad, has been an institution for 101 years. But what is the evolution of Father’s Day? How did it become the holiday it is today? One Father’s Day historian offers his unique perspective on the third Sunday in June and after you read this, you too will be a Father’s Day expert.

2011/06/01

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Leo Braudy Shares Secrets Of The Hollywood Sign’s Past

USC professor and author, Leo Braudy, stopped by the KCAL 9 studios at 2 p.m. Thursday to talk about his new book, The Hollywood Sign.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/03/17

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California Gets An ‘A’ For American History

A new survey says California’s education system makes the national honor roll when it comes to teaching our kids about U.S. history.

KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO–2011/02/17

This drawing circa 1250 is said to depict Roman martyr Saint Valentine, who died circa 269 AD, curing an epileptic. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Paganism And Persecution: The Dark History Of Valentine’s Day

There may be love in the air this Valentine’s Day, but the holiday’s history is far darker than any dozen red roses.

2011/02/14

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