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Born in a log cabin, Millard Fillmore demonstrated that through methodical industry and competence an uninspiring man could rise to greatness.

Millard Filmore, 13th President of the United States, is one of the most overlooked characters in American history - but is this oversight jusified?

From supporting the 1850 Compromise to sending Matthew Perry to Japan, Millard Fillmore used his three years as President well as a steward for the people.

History has all but forgotten Millard Fillmore, the thirteenth U.S. president. His wife, Abigail, on the other hand, left behind a very important legacy.

Psychedelic rock music and its associated light shows and poster art changed the world. Its birthplace was San Francisco's Fillmore Auditorium, managed by Bill Graham.

Along with The Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, Quicksilver Messenger Service embodied the acid-tinged sound of San Francisco during 1967's Summer of Love.

Hana Pestle and Erin McCarley are two up and coming female vocalists to keep your eyes and ears on.

The Grateful Dead's reputation as a leading psychedelic rock band remains unchallenged. San Francisco's best-loved people's band gave us a huge legacy of great rock music

The Incredible String Band pioneered both psychedelic folk and world music. Hailed by Paul McCartney and Robert Plant, their music remains loved by their fans worldwide.

Timesonline recently ranked the presidents. Among the worst were Fillmore, Pierce, and Buchanan, all of whom served in the 1850's. Why so much futility in one decade?

Tour the homes of bad U.S. presidents Buchanan and Harding for insight on how bad timing or corruption can make or break a presidency.

From Washington to Obama, the most powerful men in the United States aren't superheroes. They've had their quirks and though great, ultimately remained just that - men.

While the Compromise of 1850 aimed to settle sectional differences, it ultimately made them worse and paved the way toward civil war.

While many Italians who immigrated to the U.S. during the 1800s were laborers, a number of others were executives and business owners.

People have become used to the advice that moderate alcohol consumption might be beneficial; some scientists say this guidance might be wrong.

Big Brother & the Holding Company, with Janis Joplin as vocalist, was one of the psychedelic-era's iconic bands and produced some of the best music in San Francisco.

Clara Barton's efforts during the Civil War saved countless lives. She then went on to locate remains of thousands of men and later formed the Red Cross.

Country Joe and the Fish - one of the leading psychedelic bands of San Francisco's Summer of Love. With appearances at Monterey and Woodstock, they helped define an era.

Quaker families produced many famous descendants, including politicians, artists and eight U.S. presidents.

Jimi Hendrix's 'Hey Joe' and 'Are You Experienced?' made the UK take notice of his unique brand of psychedelic rock. This UK success led to Monterey and fame in the US

Nativism, strongest in the American Northeast, affected political realignments during the early and mid 1850s through the American or "Know Nothing" Party.

Teach kids about how Thanksgiving came to be a national holiday due to a tireless letter-writing campaign of a widow with five children.

Years before the outbreak of the Civil War, Northerners and Southerners were sharply divided over whether the territories taken from Mexico should be opened to slavery.

Abraham Lincoln began his political career as a Whig. In 1854, a new party was formed, and Lincoln became its first successful candidate in 1860.

Few meat eaters know that they suffer from stress, anger, and other negative emotions because of their diet and that vegetarian food instills peace of mind.

The '60s hippie movement and San Francisco's Haight Ashbury district have been synonymous since the "Summer of Love". Today it is one of the city's most vibrant spots.

How a group of American musicians and a Cambodian vocalist are reviving a pop genre while infusing it with life and sending it in new directions.

Trivial facts about each of the men that have held the office of the presidency.

When traveling with children, parents know that kids need to be able to run around and let off steam. These San Francisco playgrounds will please kids and parents.

Disney/Pixar has decided to move Cars 2 up one year to a summer 2011 release date. Ratatouille producer Brad Lewis will direct.

Best selling author, Jill Barnett is known for her stories of family relationships, love, loss and hope. New Beginnings is no exception and makes ideal holiday reading.

This article will help students to learn the names and order and dates of office of American Presidents, as well as facts about the office of President.

There's life beyond Denver's 16th Street Mall. Visit Five Points museums, LoDo bars, Uptown's Restaurant Row, the Santa Fe ArtDistrict or historic homes on Capitol Hill.

Most American Presidents received college degrees from predominantly Northeastern institutions like Harvard, but several never attended or dropped out.

At the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge visitors will find a historic fort dedicated to coastal defense, first-rate accommodations, and beautiful views of the Bay Area.

If you're looking for something to do while visiting Detroit, here's a short list of bars and restaurants just a few minutes away from Ford Field and Comerica Park.

While the marketing might focus on the CGI-animated rodents, live-action films with cartoon characters still depend on the performances of their human counterparts.

The forced opening up of Japan created a movement toward modernization that enabled Japan to develop as a strong imperialist power by the end of the 19th century.

Frommer's new guide to San Francisco Free and Dirt Cheap lists budget hotels, free films, free music, cheap food, recession-busting information on happy hours and more.

Freeskiers and freeriders get big air in San Francisco while regular skiers and snowboarders get a great show and more.

Sunny Day Real Estate's original members reunite for a U.S. tour and album release.

The 'Summer of Love' refers to a few months in 1967, focused on San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury district, when new styles of music, art, and literature changed the world.

Henry Clay's resolutions sparked hot debate on the role of Congress in permitting or limiting slavery in the newly acquired territories from Mexico.

The Kinks are set to release their first boxset, Picture Book, on December 8th, while Ray Davies states that a reunion may be in the works.

Only four vice presidents that filled out the term of a deceased chief executive would win reelection in their own right and all four lived in the 20th Century.

Swearing in a new President is exciting and historic, and teachers can build on the importance of the moment by showing students several different inaugural speeches.

The president of the United States has been inaugurated at noon on January 20 since 1937 when the Constitution was given the 20th Amendment, changing it from March 4.

A list of the athletes who have been invited to compete in BMX, Skateboarding, Rally Car Racing, Moto X and surfing for the 2007 summer X Games.

From The Warped Tour to The Avett Brothers, Suite101 takes a look at this year's albums that will make careers, and which festivals will be featuring the hottest new acts

The Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum names Charlie McCoy, multi-instrumentalist/singer Barbara Mandrell and guitarist-recording artist Roy Clark as 2009 inductees.