Category Archives: History

The Eradication of the Red Man: Ghost Dance and Wounded Knee Massacre

Posted on January 10, 2023 by Sue

By REECE PASCOE “History is written by the victor.” Winston Churchill It is impossible to cover the entirety of the Red Man’s story. It spans more than 500 years, and over half the globe, and involves thousands of different tribes. … Continue reading →

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Historical Society Receives “Pride of the Palisades” Award at Citizen of the Year Dinner 

Posted on December 13, 2022 by Sue

(Editor’s note: This is the first of three stories about the people and organizations who were honored by the Pacific Palisades Community Council last Thursday night.) The awards for highest volunteer achievements by Pacific Palisades residents and organizations were handed … Continue reading →

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Canyon School Fourth Graders Visit Pascual Marquez Cemetery

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Sue

Canyon School fourth graders visited the Pascual Marquez Cemetery, which is located on Lorenzo Street in Santa Monica Canyon. They were greeted by members of the family, including 98-year-old Ernest Marquez, who attended Canyon School from 1930 to 1936. Marquez … Continue reading →

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