White House Life: A Tea for Military Mothers, the New China Service and First Ladies Biographies
The First Lady and Dr. Biden Host their Mother's Day Tea to Honor Military-Connected Mothers May 08, 2015 | 13:08 | Public Domain
Army News Service photo by Lisa Ferdinando
First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden host their annual Mother's Day tea to honor military-connected mothers at the White House. As part of their Joining Forces initiative, Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden deliver brief remarks in the East Room followed by a musical performance by Ben Folds. At the event, the First Lady and Dr. Biden also help military kids create homemade gifts for their mothers and grandmothers. May 8, 2015.
Catching Up with The Curator: The Obama State China Service, April 27, 2015 | 3:47 | Public Domain
For a new state china service, First Lady Michelle Obama wanted it to have modern elements, but also for it to be practical, in the sense that it would be complementary to the preceding historic state services. The Obama State China Service consists of eleven-piece place settings for 320.
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The First Ladies
Which two first ladies met their husbands through local newspapers? Who was the first First Lady to make regular nationwide radio broadcasts? Which First Lady cared for wounded soldiers in her husband's command? Who was originally a Broadway actress before becoming the First Lady? If you're looking to learn more about the past First Ladies who have helped lead our country, you're in the right place. Take a look at our full set of biographies. Then, quiz your friends.
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