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Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind β€’ 339 implied HN points β€’ 25 Apr 24
  1. Seattle's citizens wanted a railroad to connect them to the rest of the country. After being rejected by the Northern Pacific Railroad, they decided to build their own railroad instead.
  2. On a notable day in 1874, the community came together to start building the Seattle and Walla Walla Railroad, marking a moment of pride and determination.
  3. Although the railroad never reached its ambitious goals, it opened new opportunities for Seattle, particularly in coal supply, showing how local efforts can make a big impact.
Diane Francis β€’ 659 implied HN points β€’ 14 Mar 22
  1. Kristallnacht was a violent attack against Jewish people in Germany in 1938, where many properties were destroyed.
  2. Around 30,000 Jewish men were arrested and sent to concentration camps during this event.
  3. The lack of action from local authorities and other nations highlighted a troubling indifference to the suffering of the Jewish community at that time.
Matt’s Five Points β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 10 Oct 11
  1. Columbus Day is seen as the least legitimate federal holiday compared to others like Christmas and Thanksgiving. Many people don't celebrate it, and it lacks cultural significance.
  2. Major holidays like Christmas and Independence Day have strong personal and community celebrations. These holidays are recognized by both the government and the public.
  3. Some holidays, like Labor Day, are more about getting a day off rather than celebrating anything. People often use it as a chance to relax or have fun with friends instead.
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