A former White House chef says coffee will be ‘scarce’ soon
Coffee has fueled the U.S. military since long before it needed actual fuel for vehicles. It was one of the prized commodities that made life bearable for Union troops in…
This butler served every president from Truman to Reagan
Nearly a decade ago, the world was introduced to an inside look at the White House — one that only a presidential employee could convey. This took place when a…
President Coolidge had a pet raccoon that was originally intended for dinner
Even when it comes to presidents, most people think dogs and cats when they consider pets. Sure, there are birds, rabbits, or even something more exotic, like a lizard. But…
10 White House facts you didn’t know
The White House is one of our nation’s most iconic buildings. Associated with not only politics but deeply rooted in United States history, it’s a landmark that many travel near…
These are the job requirements for White House military social aides
Members of the Armed Forces of the United States get asked to do a lot over the course of their military careers. It’s hard to imagine they ever consider the…
These presidential ghosts haunt the White House
With hundreds of inhabitants who have lived in the White House, there are bound to be a few tall tales come out of the location. But what stories are real?…
These three First Ladies died inside the White House
Two presidents have passed away inside of the White House. However, that number has been surpassed by the number of First Ladies who have passed away within the walls: Letitia…
President Nixon’s Secret Service uniform was almost unbelievable
President Richard M. Nixon was a lot of things: seasoned diplomat, elder statesman and master campaigner. What he wasn’t was a fashion icon. But Nixon was suitably impressed by the…
The last American prisoner in Afghanistan, a Navy vet, released in swap
On September 19, 2022, the White House announced the release of the last American prisoner in Afghanistan, Mark Frerichs, from Taliban captivity. The Navy veteran was working as a civilian…
Our 14 favorite First Lady quotes
Over the last 246 years, First Ladies of the United States have held a special place in the government. We regard them with respect and grace. And even though they…