Who was the first African-American appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court?

History Trivia / November 22, 2025

Thurgood Marshall. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall shortened his name from "Thoroughgood" when he was in second grade.

What hotel was dubbed the New York White House when John F. Kennedy was President?

History Trivia / November 22, 2025

Carlyle Hotel. Kennedy was one of several Presidents who frequently stayed at the Carlyle Hotel - Presidents Johnson, Nixon, Reagan, Carter, and others also frequented the hotel.

What was smoked in the ceremonial North American Indian peace pipe?

History Trivia / December 21, 2025

Red Willow. Red willow was used to smoke in ceremonial pipes, as well as other things, such as sumac leaves or red alder.

Who defeated Richard Nixon in the race for Governor of California in "62?

History Trivia / December 21, 2025

Pat Brown. Pat Brown's defeat of the former Veep prompted the empty promise "You won't have Dick Nixon to kick around anymore".