Ever wonder what the mom-and-pop stores sold in the Danish West Indies? Generally speaking, EVERYTHING! 🍞👞 👢🍵 🐠 Our forefather opened several stores in his lifetime, each with an eclectic collection of items from various places around the world. Opening the Store On August 4, 1900, Henry O. Creque opened a store in St. Croix. It was called The American […]
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How the VALKYRIEN’S Band Honored Their Commander ~ 1916
HMS Valkyrien After rumors of an impending disturbance among the laboring class began to surface, the local government sent a despatch to Denmark for support. They sent the cruiser, Valkyrien with a complement of approximately 230 men. Upon her arrival, she was welcomed warmly with the customary salutes and flags. Finding everything in order, […]
The Landing of Colonel Theodore Roosevelt in St. Croix ~ 1916
Governor Lars Christian Helweg-Larsen on left stands next to Colonel Theodore Roosevelt (wearing a suit of dark grey tweed) and Mr. R.L. Merwin with distinguished guests in the rear. Photo Source: Digital Collection at the University of the Virgin Islands. Used with permission. Theodore Roosevelt Valentine’s Day was extra exciting for residents of St. Thomas and […]