April 14 isn't simply the day before Tax Day. It is a day filled with so much history! Here are the two that always give me pause.
Lincoln
For example, 144 years ago today, President and Mrs. Lincoln went to Ford's Theatre to watch "Our American Cousin." Little did they know, John Wilkes Booth had other plans. Tonight marks the anniversary of the day Lincoln was shot. Tomorrow, April 15, holds the distinction of the day Lincoln passed away at the Peterson House.
If you are ever in D.C., I recommend visiting both Ford's Theatre and the Peterson House, which is across the street. If you are like me, it will leave you speechless.
The Titanic
On April 14, 1912, The Titanic struck an iceberg. It is sad to think of the potential lost on this one night as the elite of the world, along with many emigrants just wanting a new start in America, perished in the cold water.
To read more about the significance of this day, check out wikipedia.
Bill
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