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May 27, 2024


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: Part 2 of 2 - What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

What is the “flags in” tradition?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 29, 2023


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: Part 2 of 2 - What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

What is the “flags in” tradition?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 30, 2022


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 27, 2022


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 31, 2021


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 25, 2020


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 27, 2019


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 24, 2019


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 28, 2018


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 25, 2018


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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July 4, 2016


Title: Don't Know Much About Independence Day?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

Before your family heads outside to spend the day enjoying Fourth of July festivities, test your child's knowledge of the Declaration of Independence!

When did the Continental Congress actually pass a resolution of independence?

Who was on the committee to draft the Declaration of Independence?

How many changes were made to Jefferson’s first draft of the document?



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What can you expect to find inside a copy of “Don’t Know Much About Anything Else”?

What President got stuck inside a bathtub?? Seriously! That really happened! Listen in as Ken Davis gives more details about that story and other Presidents.




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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What was Jefferson’s real purpose and intent of the Declaration of Independence?

What was one of the reasons that John Adams asked Thomas Jefferson, the youngest man on the committee, to draft a declaration?

What did Congress cut out of Jefferson's original draft of the declaration?

Which two key players in the history of Independence died on the 50th Anniversary of the Declaration?

You can find all of Ken Davis’s books on his website.



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July 1, 2016


Title: Don't Know Much About Independence Day?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

Before your family heads outside to spend the day enjoying Fourth of July festivities, test your child's knowledge of the Declaration of Independence!

When did the Continental Congress actually pass a resolution of independence?

Who was on the committee to draft the Declaration of Independence?

How many changes were made to Jefferson’s first draft of the document?



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What can you expect to find inside a copy of “Don’t Know Much About Anything Else”?

What President got stuck inside a bathtub?? Seriously! That really happened! Listen in as Ken Davis gives more details about that story and other Presidents.




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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What was Jefferson’s real purpose and intent of the Declaration of Independence?

What was one of the reasons that John Adams asked Thomas Jefferson, the youngest man on the committee, to draft a declaration?

What did Congress cut out of Jefferson's original draft of the declaration?

Which two key players in the history of Independence died on the 50th Anniversary of the Declaration?

You can find all of Ken Davis’s books on his website.



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May 30, 2016


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on here to order a copy of one of his books.



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February 16, 2016


Title: www.DontKnowMuch.com
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

A Best of Interview: Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House?

Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look?

Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy today.



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

A Best of Interview: With the economic crash of today, what do you know about the “Great Crash of 1929?” Were there other economic crashes prior to the 1900’s? America’s teacher, Ken Davis, explains the history of some of the 'economic' crashes of America’s history. Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy today.





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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Ken Davis, Author of the “Don’t Know Much" series is still with us:

-Which president never lived in Washington, D. C.?
-Which president kept grizzly bears at the White House?
-Which president said, “A little rebellion now and then is a good thing?”
-Which president swam naked in the Potomac each morning during his daily 5 AM swim?
-Which president got a speeding ticket for driving a horse and buggy – and then had to walk the rest of the way home?
-Which state has a Russian fort?

And much more! Not all of these questions are answered in this segment, but many more are. For the answers to all these questions, log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com.




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November 26, 2014


Title: Don't Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 1 of 2

Today, Ken Davis sets the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. Of the 102 souls on the ship that anchored that fall in what is now called Massachusetts, one half died during the first winter. Now for our fun history lesson: What did they really eat? What did they really wear? When did we begin to officially celebrate and remember our blessings on a day we now call Thanksgiving?



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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Don't Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Ken Davis continues setting the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. What did the Pilgrims eat aboard ship during the three months it took to sail to what is now called America? What does ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb” have to do with Thanksgiving. Ken Davis is a New York Times Best Selling Author and has a series, Don’t Know Much About _________ you fill in the blank: Bible, Civil War, Geography, History and now you can go online to his website, or your favorite big-box book store, and obtain Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving. Read some interesting facts about Thanksgiving with your rug-rats, relatives and friends.



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May 26, 2014


Title: WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: PART 2 OF 2 - WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEMORIAL DAY?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 23, 2014


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: Part 2 of 2 - What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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November 27, 2013


Title: Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 1 of 2

Today, Ken Davis sets the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. Of the 102 souls on the ship that anchored that fall in what is now called Massachusetts, one half died during the first winter. Now for our fun history lesson: What did they really eat? What did they really wear? When did we begin to officially celebrate and remember our blessings on a day we now call Thanksgiving?



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Title: Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 2 of 2

Ken Davis continues setting the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. What did the Pilgrims eat aboard ship during the three months it took to sail to what is now called America? What does ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb” have to do with Thanksgiving. Ken Davis is a New York Times Best Selling Author and has a series, Don’t Know Much About _________ you fill in the blank: Bible, Civil War, Geography, History and now you can go online to his website, or your favorite big-box book store, and obtain Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving. Read some interesting facts about Thanksgiving with your rug-rats, relatives and friends.



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Title: America’s Teacher Joins Us Today: Kenneth Davis Discussing Don’t Know Much About...
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

Special guest Kenneth Davis answers:

Who really discovered America?  To where does the arrow of archaeological proof point?

Where were the FIRST European settlements in the New World?

Who were the Pilgrims, and what did they want?



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Special guest Kenneth Davis answers:

What was the Mayflower compact?

Did the Pilgrims really land at Plymouth Rock?



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July 8, 2013


Title: Don't Know Much About Independence Day?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

Before your family heads outside to spend the day enjoying Fourth of July festivities, test your child's knowledge of the Declaration of Independence!

When did the Continental Congress actually pass a resolution of independence?



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What was one of the reasons that Adams told Jefferson, the youngest man on the committee, to draft a declaration?

What is an example of something Congress cut out of Jefferson's draft of the declaration?



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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which two key players in the history of Independence died on the fiftieth anniversary of the declaration?

Why do some people refer to Kenneth Davis as America’s Teacher? 4.5 million Books and audios for adults and children are in print in the series “Don’t Know Much About ….”



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May 27, 2013


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

What is the “flags in” tradition?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 23, 2013


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day?

What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery?

What is the “flags in” tradition?

Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series.

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy of one of his books.



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September 3, 2012


Title: What Does Labor Day Mean To You?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Go to www.DontKnowMuch.com  to Test Your Labor Day IQ!

Davis, who has been dubbed “The King of Knowing” by Amazon.com, aims to become a subject expert in all of the areas he writes about – the Bible, Mythology, the Universe, the Civil War, for example. Kenneth C. Davis has also been a “Wise Man” on Who Wants to be a Super Millionaire and a “Life Line” on the regular edition of the show.



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July 4, 2012


Title: Don't Know Much About Independence Day?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

Before your family heads outside to spend the day enjoying Fourth of July festivities, test your child's knowledge of the Declaration of Independence!

When did the Continental Congress actually pass a resolution of independence?



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What was one of the reasons that Adams told Jefferson, the youngest man on the committee, to draft a declaration?

What is an example of something Congress cut out of Jefferson's draft of the declaration?



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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which two key players in the history of Independence died on the fiftieth anniversary of the declaration?

Why do some people refer to Kenneth Davis as America’s Teacher? 4.5 million Books and audios for adults and children are in print in the series “Don’t Know Much About ….”



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May 28, 2012


Title: Don't Know Much About Memorial Day!
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 4

Is your book available on audio? Tell us about your book series for kids! Where can they be found?

Do Americans really hate history? What president brought his pet bear to the White House when he became president?



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Title: Part 2 of 4
Topic: Disaster Preparedness
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which president got stuck in the bathtub? Using your books, how can families bring history alive for their kids?

Tell us about the variety of different books you have written. Do you have any designated specifically for the history of the United States?




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Title: Part 3 of 4
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Is there more significance to Memorial Day than just having a picnic and traveling around?

What is the significance of the poppy that many veterans will be seeing selling on and before Memorial Day?



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Title: Part 4 of 4
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What got you interested in American history as a child?

Which president created a political firestorm by going fishing on Memorial Day? How did Waterloo, NY stake a claim as the birthplace of Memorial Day?



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November 25, 2011


Title: Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 1 of 2

Today, Ken Davis sets the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. Of the 102 souls on the ship that anchored that fall in what is now called Massachusetts, one half died during the first winter. Now for our fun history lesson: What did they really eat? What did they really wear? When did we begin to officially celebrate and remember our blessings on a day we now call Thanksgiving?



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 2 of 2

Ken Davis continues setting the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. What did the Pilgrims eat aboard ship during the three months it took to sail to what is now called America? What does ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb” have to do with Thanksgiving. Ken Davis is a New York Times Best Selling Author and has a series, Don’t Know Much About _________ you fill in the blank: Bible, Civil War, Geography, History and now you can go online to his website, or your favorite big-box book store, and obtain Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving. Read some interesting facts about Thanksgiving with your rug-rats, relatives and friends.



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November 22, 2011


Title: America’s Teacher Joins Us Today: Kenneth Davis Discussing Don’t Know Much About...
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

Special guest Kenneth Davis answers:

Who really discovered America?  To where does the arrow of archaeological proof point?

Where were the FIRST European settlements in the New World?

Who were the Pilgrims, and what did they want?



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Special guest Kenneth Davis answers:

What was the Mayflower compact?

Did the Pilgrims really land at Plymouth Rock?



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July 4, 2011


Title: America’s Teacher Joins Us Today: Kenneth Davis Discussing Don’t Know Much About......
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2

Why do some call Kenneth Davis  America’s Teacher? 4.5 million books and audios for adults and children are in print in the series Don’t Know Much About….

The New Revised and updated version of Don’t Know Much About History is now available at your favorite big-box book store.

Learn more at www.DontKnowMuch.com.



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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

The New Revised and updated version of Don’t Know Much About History is now available at your favorite big-box book store.

How did Kenneth Davis handle: 9/11, the War in Iraq, same sex marriage, the mortgage meltdown or our current recession? Mr. Davis also answers: which president never lived in WDC? Which president kept grizzly bears at the White House? Which president swam naked in the Potomac each morning during his daily 5 AM swim? And more!

Learn more at www.DontKnowMuch.com.



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June 30, 2011


Title: www.DontKnowMuch.com
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 3

A Best of Interview: Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House? Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look? Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy today.



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

A Best of Interview: With the economic crash of today, what do you know about the “Great Crash of 1929?” Were there other economic crashes prior to the 1900’s? America’s teacher, Ken Davis, explains the history of some of the 'economic' crashes of America’s history. Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy today.





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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Ken Davis, Author of the “Don’t Know Much" series is still with us:

-Which president never lived in Washington, D. C.?
-Which president kept grizzly bears at the White House?
-Which president said, “A little rebellion now and then is a good thing?”
-Which president swam naked in the Potomac each morning during his daily 5 AM swim?
-Which president got a speeding ticket for driving a horse and buggy – and then had to walk the rest of the way home?
-Which state has a Russian fort?

And much more! Not all of these questions are answered in this segment, but many more are. For the answers to all these questions, log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com.




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May 25, 2011


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 2 of 2

How much do you really know about Memorial Day? What was the original name for the holiday? Listen in as Author Kenneth Davis gives you all the details. This is Part 2 of 2. Part 1 aired yesterday. If you missed it, please use the "ARCHIVES" tab from the Home page menu bar of our webpage, select "May 24" from the date drop down box and listen to Part 1.




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May 24, 2011


Title: What is the Purpose of Memorial Day?
Topic: Memorial Day
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Part 1 of 2 - Part 2 will air tomorrow

How much do you really know about Memorial Day? What was the original name for the holiday? Listen in as Author Kenneth Davis gives you all the details.



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February 21, 2011


Title: Don’t Know Much About Young George Washington?
Topic: Don’t Know Much
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 1 of 2

This is really the Day to Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday. What if you don’t know much about George Washington? Then Listen In.  Did George Washington grow up in a ‘dysfunctional family? Did he graduate from College? Did he own slaves? Were his false teeth made from wood? And much more!



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Title: Which President Swam Naked In the Potomac During His Morning Swims?
Topic: Don’t Know Much
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 2 of 2

Ken Davis, Author of the “Don’t Know Much series” is still with us.
    -Which president never lived in Washington, D. C.?
    -Which president kept grizzly bears at the White House?
    -Which president said, “A little rebellion now and then is a good thing?”
    -Which president swam naked in the Potomac each morning during his daily 5 AM swim?
    -Which president got a speeding ticket for driving a horse and buggy – and then had to walk the rest of the way home?
 And much more! For more on all his books, log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com.

To listen to only the segment directly above click [here!]



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November 17, 2010


Title: Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 1 of 2

Today, Ken Davis sets the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. Of the 102 souls on the ship that anchored that fall in what is now called Massachusetts, one half died during the first winter. Now for our fun history lesson: What did they really eat? What did they really wear? When did we begin to officially celebrate and remember our blessings on a day we now call Thanksgiving?



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Title: Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Segment 2 of 2

Ken Davis continues setting the record straight about the first Pilgrims and their first Thanksgiving. What did the Pilgrims eat aboard ship during the three months it took to sail to what is now called America? What does ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb” have to do with Thanksgiving. Ken Davis is a New York Times Best Selling Author and has a series, Don’t Know Much About _________ you fill in the blank: Bible, Civil War, Geography, History and now you can go online to his website, or your favorite big-box book store, and obtain Don’t Know Much About Thanksgiving. Read some interesting facts about Thanksgiving with your rug-rats, relatives and friends.



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September 6, 2010


Title: WHAT DOES LABOR DAY MEAN TO YOU?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Test your Labor Day IQ!   Got to www.DontKnowmuch.com



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 1 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com  to order a copy today.



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December 23, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT “CHRISTMAS” Part 1 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What are some of the traditions of Christmas? Where and when did they originate? Was there a “real” Saint Nick? Why are the colors red, green, and white significant?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT “CHRISTMAS” Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com for more books by author and guest, Ken Davis. Merry Chirstmas!



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November 25, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT… THANKSGIVING! Part 1 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What did the Pilgrims eat during the first “Thanksgiving”? Was it even called “Thanksgiving”? Who were the guests? Which President made the fourth Thursday in November the national holiday for “Thanksgiving”?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT… THANKSGIVING! Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order all of Ken Davis’s great books on history!



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November 23, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT… THANKSGIVING! Part 1 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What did the Pilgrims eat during the first “Thanksgiving”? Was it even called “Thanksgiving”? Who were the guests? Which President made the fourth Thursday in November the national holiday for “Thanksgiving”?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT… THANKSGIVING! Part 2 of 2
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order all of Ken Davis’s great books on history!



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October 28, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT HALLOWEEN
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

NYT best-selling author, Kenneth Davis, explains the history of Halloween. It’s much more than just costumes and dressing up! Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com for information on the entire Don’t Know Much series.



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September 7, 2009


Title: WHAT DOES LABOR DAY MEAN TO YOU?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Test your Labor Day IQ! Got to www.DontKnowmuch.com



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 1 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look?



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH Part 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy today.



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May 25, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT MEMORIAL DAY Part 1 of 2
Topic: Book Review
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series. Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT MEMORIAL DAY Part 2 of 2
Topic: Book Review
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day? What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery? What is the “flags in” tradition? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series. Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy of one of his books.



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May 22, 2009


Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT MEMORIAL DAY Part 1 of 2
Topic: Book Review
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What is the history of Memorial Day? When was it first celebrated? What was the original name for Memorial Day? What was America’s most deadly war? What’s the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series. Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy of one of his books.



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Title: DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT MEMORIAL DAY Part 2 of 2
Topic: Book Review
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Why are poppies the symbol of Memorial Day? What General owned the land that became Arlington National Cemetery? What is the “flags in” tradition? Kenneth C. Davis is the author of the “Don’t Know Much About…” book series. Log on to www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy of one of his books.



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January 20, 2009


Title: HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR?
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

On Monday, we celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. King is most remembered for his “I Have a Dream” speech and for aiding African Americans in their fight for equal rights. But, how much do really know about him? Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of the series “Don’t Know Much...” Today, he discusses MLK and little known facts about Presidential Inaugurations. Log onto www.dontknowmuch.com for more.



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December 22, 2008


Title: Don’t Know Much About “Christmas”
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

What is the origin of X in Xmas? Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25th? What about the Christmas Tree, the Poinsettia, and why did some children place their shoes out instead of stockings? And much, much more with today’s guest, Kenneth Davis. Find his best selling books at your favorite book seller under the series “Don’t Know Much…” by Kenneth Davis.



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November 4, 2008


Title: www.DontKnowMuch.com Segment 1 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House? Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look? Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy today.



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Title: www.DontKnowMuch.com Segment 2 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House? Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look? Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy today.



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Title: www.DontKnowMuch.com Segment 3 of 3
Topic: DontKnowMuch.com
Discussed by Kenneth Davis
with Don't Know Much (www.DontKnowMuch.com)

Which President’s wife was nicknamed “Lemonade Lucy” because she wouldn’t allow alcohol in the White House? Which President was a fashion model and appeared on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine and in the pages of Look? Guest Kenneth Davis is the author of a series of books entitled “Don’t Know Much About …” Log onto www.DontKnowMuch.com to order a copy today.



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