Vermont is a fascinating state with incredible, natural beauty. It was originally settled by both the British and the French, who famously fought over the territory in the French and Indian War. The state fought for its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, but it refused to join the thirteen colonies. After being independent […]

Vermont is one of the smaller states in the United States, but it is teeming with history and culture. The area was originally settled by English and French, but the English gained full control over the area after the French and Indian War. The state did not originally join the 13 colonies after the American […]

Now that the two of you are officially engaged, you can begin planning your wedding ceremony and reception. While wedding planning can be stressful for some couples, many find it exciting to plan this big life event together and to bring their dreams to life. One of the first steps to take in the wedding […]

Samuel de Champlain was a French explorer who was first noted for discovering Vermont’s famous Green Mountains in 1609, and the state’s name is derived from the French words for “Green Mountains.” Before this time, the Algonquian tribe lived in the area for centuries, and French forces actually joined the Algonquians in fighting against a […]