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( Season 4 ) Abraham Ford icons 

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Michael Cudlitz as ᴀʙʀᴀʜᴀᴍ ғᴏʀᴅ (S06.E01-16 • 2015-2016)

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A big happy 4th of July to my American simmers! What better way to celebrate than by creating a look book showcasing some of the most notable and iconic first ladies?

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Martha Washington was the first first lady of the United States, although the title wasn’t coined until after her death. She took on the social role of the president's wife reluctantly, becoming a national celebrity in the process.

Mop Cap  |  Hair  |  Dress (Recolour)  |  Dress (Mesh - TSR)  |  Fichu (Scarf)  |  Watch (Vintage Glamour)

Louisa Adams was born in London and raised in France. In fact she was the only foreign-born first lady until Melania Trump. While serving she took to writing, producing plays, essays, poems, and an autobiography.

Hair  |  Earrings  |  Dress  |  Undershirt & Shoes  |  Socks (Get To Work)

Mary Todd Lincoln staunchly supported her husband throughout his presidency and was active in keeping national morale high during the Civil War. She was seated next to Abraham when he was infamously assassinated.

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Frances Cleveland is the only first lady to have served in the role during two non-consecutive terms. At just 21 years old when she first starting serving, she is the youngest presidential spouse in American history and the first to actually marry in the White House.

Hair  |  Dress (retired - direct download)  |  Gloves (My Wedding Stories)

Nellie Taft was a very progressive woman for her time and was closely involved in the political aspects of the presidency, regularly sitting in on meetings and serving as her husband's closest advisor.

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Mamie Eisenhower was a popular first lady and recognized as a fashion icon, known for her iconic bangs and frequent use of the colour pink.

Hair  |  Earrings  |  Dress  |  Watch (Vintage Glamour)  |  Shoes (Base Game)

Jackie Kennedy (header) was regarded as an international fashion icon and her work as a cultural ambassador of the United States made her very popular globally. She  established the White House Historical Association, which has had a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the United States.

Hair (Nifty Knitting)  |  Earrings (Base Game)  |  Suit

Betty Ford was one of the most candid first ladies in history, commenting on the hot-button issues of the time such as feminism, equal pay, the Equal Rights Amendment, sex, drugs, and abortion. After undergoing her own recovery, she founded and served as the first chair of the board of directors of the Betty Ford Center for substance abuse and addiction.

Hair  |  Suit  |  Ring (My Wedding Stories)  |  Shoes (Base Game)

Michelle Obama worked as an advocate for poverty awareness, education, nutrition, physical activity, and healthy eating during her time as first lady. She also supported American designers and was considered a fashion icon.

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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Our first guest for FanX LIVE this October is actor Michael Cudlitz!

Known for his iconic role as Sergeant Abraham Ford in "The Walking Dead", as well as his work in "Band of Brothers" and "Superman & Lois" he'll be joining us for autograph signings, photo-ops, panels, and more!

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Dracula

Bram Stoker’s Dracula is often regarded as the quintessential vampire novel, but the roots of vampire folklore go back much further. Stoker was inspired by Eastern European legends of undead creatures, particularly those in Romanian and Slavic mythology. He also drew inspiration from historical figures like Vlad the Impaler, a 15th-century prince known for his brutal methods of warfare. Though Vlad was never a vampire, his reputation for cruelty and bloodshed certainly influenced the characterization of Count Dracula.

At its core, Dracula is a gothic horror novel that tells the story of Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor who travels to Transylvania to assist a mysterious nobleman named Count Dracula with his real estate dealings in England. However, it doesn’t take long for Harker to realize that Dracula is no ordinary man, but a centuries-old vampire with terrifying powers. As the Count sets his sights on London, Harker and a group of allies—including the brave professor Abraham Van Helsing—must race against time to stop the bloodthirsty Count before he spreads his curse.

Since its publication, Dracula has been adapted countless times, cementing its place in popular culture. From Bela Lugosi’s iconic portrayal in the 1931 film to more modern interpretations like Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992) by Francis Ford Coppola, the character of Count Dracula has undergone many transformations. Yet, the essence of Stoker’s original creation—an aristocratic vampire who is both terrifying and magnetic—remains a constant.

The vampire genre itself has evolved significantly, with books and films such as Twilight and Interview with the Vampire offering new interpretations of the vampire mythos. However, Count Dracula remains the archetype from which all other vampires are drawn.

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Historical Landmarks and Heritage USA

Exploring historical landmarks and heritage sites in the United States can be a fascinating niche for YouTube content creators. Here are some ideas for content within this sub-niche

Virtual Tours of National Parks: Provide immersive virtual tours of iconic national parks in the United States, such as Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Acadia. Highlight the natural beauty, wildlife, and geological wonders of these protected areas.

Historic Sites and Monuments: Visit and document visits to famous historical landmarks and monuments across the country, such as the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, Independence Hall, and the Alamo. Share insights into the history, significance, and architectural features of these sites.

Colonial Era and Revolutionary War Sites: Explore the East Coast's rich colonial history by visiting sites like Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, and Boston's Freedom Trail. Discuss the events leading up to the American Revolution and the legacy of the Founding Fathers.

Civil War Battlefields and Museums: Tour Civil War battlefields, such as Gettysburg, Antietam, and Vicksburg, and discuss the strategies, key battles, and significant figures of the conflict. Visit Civil War museums and artifacts collections to delve deeper into this pivotal period in American history.

Industrial Revolution Landmarks: Visit industrial revolution landmarks and heritage sites, such as Lowell National Historical Park, Thomas Edison National Historical Park, and the Henry Ford Museum. Explore innovations in technology, transportation, and manufacturing that shaped American industry.

mmigration and Ellis Island: Document visits to Ellis Island and other immigration museums to explore the immigrant experience in America. Share stories of immigrants' journeys, cultural diversity, and contributions to the nation's growth and development.

Civil Rights Movement Sites: Visit sites associated with the Civil Rights Movement, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, Selma's Edmund Pettus Bridge, and the National Civil Rights Museum. Discuss the struggle for racial equality, landmark events, and the ongoing fight for social justice.

Presidential Libraries and Museums: Tour presidential libraries and museums dedicated to the lives and legacies of past U.S. presidents, such as the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Historic Trails and Scenic Byways: Follow historic trails and scenic byways, such as the Lewis and Clark Trail, the Oregon Trail, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Share travel tips, scenic views, and insights into the people and events that shaped American history.

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Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (US 2012)

Director: Timur Bekmambetov.

Screenplay: Seth Grahame-Smith, from the novel by Seth Grahame-Smith.

Producers: Timur Bekmambetov, Jim Lemley, Tim Burton.

Executive Producers: John J. Kelly, Simon Kinberg, Michelle Wolkoff.

Cinematography: Caleb Deschanel.

Editor: William Hoy.

Original music: Henry Jackman.

Cast: Benjamin Walker (Abraham Lincoln), Dominic Cooper (Henry Sturges_, Anthony Mackie (Will Johnson), Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Mary Todd Lincoln), Rufus Sewell (Adam), Marton Csokas (Jack Barts), Jimmi Simpson (Joshua Speed), Joseph Mawle (Thomas Lincoln), Robin McLeavy (Nancy Lincoln), Erin Wasson (Vadoma).

Running time: 105 minutes. Color.

Released through: 20th Century Fox

Movie co-produced by Tim Burton based on the book of the same title written by SETH GRAHAME-SMITH. Grahame-Smith had a hit novel in “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” (2009), so it is little surprise that the producing team of Jim Lemley, Tim Burton, and TIMUR BEKMAMBETOV optioned “Abaraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” (2010) before it was even finished. Both books tap into a pop cultural desire to think of the familiar in different terms. What if honest Abe had also fought against a worldwide vampire conspiracy? What if Jane Austen’s iconic novel was set in a world replete with the living dead? Over the next few years, both Burton and Bekmambetov directed an adaptation of Grahame-Smith’s screenplay (with Burton remaining as producer). According to Gina McIntyre, Burton’s goal as a producer “has largely been to help preserve the project’s unique character to the greatest extent possible.” During the making of “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”, Grahame-Smith worked with Burton on the screenplay to “Dark Shadows”. Both were released in summer 2012.

The principle conceit of “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”, established early in the film and explored throughout, is that there are vampires throughout the world. These vampires have been responsible for some of the more unsavory practices in history. In the United States, they are the principal benefactors of the slave trade (it is unclear whether the South is totally under their thrall, but a scene between head vampire Adam [Rufus Sewell] and Jefferson David [John Rothman] shows that they are colluding). In this version of the nineteenth century, the causes of the Civil War are not open to debate: this is a war over slavery- and, by extension, vampirism- that is not over until both are removed from the nation. In fact, rather than grow into the role of abolitionist gradually, our Abraham Lincoln is ideologically righteous from the start. He witnesses the assault on his friend Will, a young slave boy. He vows revenge on Jack Barts (Marton Csokas), a man who he comes to learn is a slaver and a vampire. For Lincoln, Barts is doubly guilty. This vampire bites (and possible r***s) Lincoln’s mother while he watches. When he grows up (the adult version of Abe is played by Benjamin Walker), his desire for vengeance leads him to Henry Sturges (Dominic Cooper), an eccentric and seemingly ageless man who advises Lincoln in a long war against the vampires. Lincoln acts as Sturges’ enforcer, attacking vampires as ordered. Only later does he realize that Sturges is himself a vampire, and is carrying on against Adam and his cabal for personal reasons not unlike Lincoln’s own. In this world, vampires cannot harm other vampires. Abaraham Lincoln must act on Sturges’s behalf.

The film roughly splits into three narrative sections: Lincoln’s childhood and initial trauma; his life as a young man in Springfield, Illinois; and his time as president, including his personal stake in the Civil War. The middle section is the best executed, despite playing like an extended rethinking of John Ford’s “Young Mr. Lincoln” (1939). Here, Abe meets store owner and later political confidant Joshua Speed (Jimmi Simpson), is reunited with Will, courts Mary Todd (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), debates Stephen Douglas (Alan Tudyk), and learns about the vampires’ larger set of plans. The sections of Lincoln’s time in office feel especially condensed, since they cover all of the Civil War. One of the film’s major historical liberties is that it sets up the personal and political climax at the battle of Gettysburg, where Union soldiers are fighting against Confederates and their vampire leaders. Lincoln has it out with Adam on a train carrying a supply of silver that is en route to the fashioned into weaponry that can actually harm these supernatural foes.

Although at times overly generic (its focus on some of the more well-known battles and people of the nineteenth century feels lazy, or like a pat on the back to a basic recognition of American history), “Abaraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” reflects Grahame-Smith’s and Bekmambetov’s personal interests. Grahame-Smith’s vampire mythology takes some well-known ideas (the transfer of blood through a bite, the aristocratic associations of vampires) and adds a few different ones (these vampires are able to function during daylight and are mainly impervious to silver, since Judas’ betrayal of Jesus had to do with thirty pieces of silver). The central thematic leap of the film (that the mast-slave relationship, which is founded in the uneven exploitation of one person by another, is analogous to vampirism) is rather clever, and helps explain how these vampires could find a ready supply of blood. However, this alignment between slavers and vampires does undercut the film’s relation to history. As Kim Newman notes, “Slavery was quite bad enough- indeed, worse than it’s depicted here- when it was an economic rather than supernatural phenomenon, and giving slavers fangs and dark glasses tends to excuse rather than underline a real historical human evil.”

This film has a slightly more subdued visual style than “Wanted” (2008), but still plays with a number of Bekmambetov’s favorite tricks. In particular, Bekmambetov takes advantage of digital cinema’s ability to augment time. During fight sequences, Lincoln’s skill as a warrior is rendered intelligible thanks to selected changes in speed, which variously showcase his precision with the ax and convince us of his superior strength and ability. Bekmambetov’s camera frequently moves and keeps the action coherent- it seems to avoid the kind of action-sequence immediacy suggested by shaky, handheld cameras that populate recent action films by Paul Greengrass (”The Bourne Ultimatum” [2007]) and Christopher Nolan (”The Dark Knight” [2008]).

The film opened in late June 2012 in the United States to roughly $16 million and largely negative reviews. Writing for “Wired” magazine’s “Underwire”, Hugh Hart opined that “the alt-history lessons and neck-chomping money shots deserve points for originality, but Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter could have truly triumphed as grand entertainment if only its anemic human characters had received the transfusion of humor and wit that such an outrageous concept demands.” Peter Travers noted that the film somehow lost the magic of the book, which “was a fun escapist read.” The film’s overblown action-theatrics left him saying that “the movie deserves a stake through the heart.” The film was defended by some critics as an occasionally worthwhile and technically competent action movie. For example, Ken Hanke says that “taken on its own terms as a po-faced presentation of goofy material, it’s rather fun.”- Kevin M. Flanagan

References

Ken Hanke, “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter,” Asheville Mountain Express, June 26, 2012, www.mountainx.com/movies/review/abraham_lincoln_vampire_hunter#.Uea0B42siSo; Hugh Hart, “Review: Bloody Serious Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Isn’t as Fun as It Sounds,” Underwire, June 12, 2012, www.wired.com/underwire/2012/06/review-abraham-lincoln-vampire-hunter/; Gina McIntyre, “Seth Grahame-Smith Wants to Resurrect ‘Beetlejuice,’ ‘It’,” LA Times Hero Complex, August 9, 2012, herocomplex.latimes.com/movies/seth-grahame-smith-wants-to-resurrect-beetlejuice-it/#/0; Gina McIntyre, “Tim Burton on Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter: I Just Wanted To See That Movie”, LA Times Hero Complex, June 10, 2011, herocomplex.latimes.com/movies/tim-burton-abraham-lincoln-vampire-hunter/; Kim Newman, “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, “ Sight and Sound 22, no. 8 (August 2012): 52; Peter Travers, “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter,” Rolling Stone, June 21, 2012, www.rollingstone.com/movies/reviews/abraham-lincoln-vampire-hunter-20120621. 

Taken from “The Tim Burton Encyclopedia” by Samuel J. Umland.

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1.01 Days Gone Bye

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Michael Cudlitz as ᴀʙʀᴀʜᴀᴍ ғᴏʀᴅ (S04.E01-16 • 2013-2014)

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18 Abraham Ford Icons from TWD

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tears have been shed once again. they all deserved better.

The Walking Dead 7x01 “The Day Will Come When You Won’t be.” (Deleted Scene).

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U.S. President Middle Names ranked, Descending order

46. Harry S. Truman

DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT S. STANDS FOR?????? WELL TO BAD BECAUSE LITERALLY NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW BECAUSE THIS STUPID IDIOT HAS THE MIDDLE NAME OF S!!! THIS WILL INFURIATE ME FOR THE REST OF TIME. -1000/10

30(16-way tie): George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison Jr., James Monroe, Andrew Jackson Jr., Martin van Buren, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, James Buchanan Jr., Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson, Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley Jr., Theodore Roosevelt.

No middle names. cringe. 0/10

29. Donald John Trump

Person aside, this middle name is very boring, especially compared to some of the absolutely bonkers middle names preceding and following him in chronological order. 1/10

28. Dwight David Eisenhower 

Once again, honestly a boring, normal middle name. kinda ruins the flow of his name which is kinda nice to say. Dwight D. Eisenhower is so much better to say than Dwight David Eisenhower which in my opinion is a key thing a middle name should do. 1/10

27. Chester Alan Arthur

Good flow, boring actual name. 3/10

26. John Quincy Adams

Middle name only there to distinguish from Father. Cringe. 3.5/10

25. Herbert Clark Hoover

Kinda boring honestly, Clark is mildly more interesting as a name though so 3.5/10

24. William Howard Taft

fun to say, but is the standard name to say for the president 3.5/10

23. William Henry Harrison

Third of the full name as normal name trilogy, and overall in my opinion coolest one. it flows so well. It’s just one word 3.6/10

22. James Earl Carter Jr.

Fun to have the middle name Earl. Fitting For Jimmy Carter. 4/10

21. Ronald Wilson Reagan

Fun to yell, reminds me of another horrible president: Woodrow Wilson 4/10

20. Thomas Woodrow Wilson

Why yes, his first name is not Woodrow. Woodrow feels like one of those names along the lines of Ashleigh or something. I will not be answering further questions at this time. 4/10

19. James Abram Garfield

This middle name feels uncanny. Like its just normal enough to feel real and reasonable, but its wacky enough to just feel off. 4.4/10

18. William Jefferson Clinton

I wonder where his parents got that middle name from. I bet it was from the town. 4.5/10

17. George Walker Bush

Should change his middle name to runner because I’ve got two shoes that would love to meet him. 4.6/10

16. George Herbert Walker Bush

Literally just better as a name to add the Herbert in. Really fun to shout. 5/10

15. John Calvin Coolidge

Iconic move to use your middle name as your name for the presidency and what not. Especially if you have a good middle name (lookin at you Thomas Wilson). 5/10

14. Hiram Ulysses Grant

So I totally agree with the choice go with the name Ulysses. I mean the real reason he had the name you know him by is because of clerical error when he went to West Point but still.  ok fine I’ll talk about the S

Ulysses S. Grant. THE S STANDS FOR NOTHING! AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!! SERIOUSLY WHY DO I ALWAYS HAVE TWO NICKELS THIS IS SO DUMB. THE ONLY REASON HE RANKS HIGHER THAN HARRY S(TUPID) TRUMAN IS BECAUSE HE ACTUALLY HAS A MIDDLE NAME AND THE S IS NOT A CHOICE BUT A MISTAKE. JUST LIKE GIVING HARRY SUPERFLOUS TRUMAN JUST AN INITIAL. 5/10

13. Gerald Rudolph Ford Jr.

lol his middle name is rudolph. like the reindeer. funny 5.5/10

12. Stephen Grover Cleveland

Go off man go name yourself after the sesame street character. Totally understand wanting to go by Grover over Stephen. 6/10

11. James Knox Polk

Cool middle name. like the fort. or the person. neato 6/10

10. Stephen Grover Cleveland

On the list twice just like the list of presidents 6/10

9. Franklin Delano Roosevelt

the Delano makes the iconic initials happen, and its unique unlike Dwight David Eisenhower. Functional, good flow, fun to yell. 7/10

8. Richard Milhous Nixon

What a wacky name. Would never want to yell it, but its completely unheard of. Just foolish. This name makes me wants to break into the offices of a political opponent and steal data. 7.5/10

7. John Fitzgerald Kennedy

Once again facilitates the iconic initials of this president. Also an interesting name. 8/10

6. Franklin Kendrick(?) Pierce

Middle name only exists as a rumor. Funny. Cool middle name. 8.4/10

5. Lyndon Baines Johnson

Firstly Baines is kinda weird as a name. also DUDE IT IS SO FUN TO YELL. I SAY HIS NAME AS LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON EVERY TIME NOW ITS GREAT. 9/10

4. Barack Hussein Obama II

You have never lived if you have never yelled Barack HUSSEIN Obama. I’m sorry I don’t make the rules. It’s really funny. 9.9/10

3. Rutherford Birchard Hayes

I had to make sure I didn’t misread that at first. but yes his middle name was Birchard. That is so fake sounding. that middle name just feels like an off brand richard and I love it. It sounds like someone trying to remember the name richard and starting to say ben at the same time so they said a combo of both. really silly, also really fun to say after saying Rutherford. 10/10

2. Joseph Robinette Biden Jr.

Robinette does not feel like a real name so it meats the bonkers category. AND it is really really fun to yell while shaking your fist like a spiteful old man telling kids to get off his lawn. 10/10

Honorable mention. Millard Millard Fillmore

11/10

1. Warren Gamaliel Harding

GAMERS WHAT KIND OF A MIDDLE NAME IS GAMALIEL????????? I DON’T THINK THAT IS A REAL NAME. SO WACKY ITS ABSOLUTELY CRAZY. 20/10

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Top 10 favorite TWD characters and top 10 TWD episodes?

Ooooh this is such a fun ask!!

TWD Characters:

1. Daryl Dixon (obviously) 2. Merle Dixon 3. Beth Greene (again, obviously) 4. Rick Grimes (the best main character in any show ever, no arguments) 5. Michonne 6. Abraham Ford (god i miss him) 7. Shiva 8. Ezekiel 9. Jerry 10. Dante (don't @ me, no i will not be taking questions on this choice)

TWD Episodes:

1. Days Gone Bye (god it's such an iconic episode, so fucking good, i could watch it over and over and never get tired of it) 2. Pretty Much Dead Already (this is my favorite because of Shane opening the barn and going ham on the walkers, truly incomparable. my favorite moment of the entire series tbh) 3. Still (where it all started for my Bethyl feels...) 4. Alone (more Bethyl, who could hate it) 5. The Grove (god, remember how amazing season 4 was??? one incredible episode after the next, such a good time to have been a TWD fan) 6. Clear (crazy Morgan is my favorite Morgan) 7. Slabtown (Beth on her own with her own decent storyline, what's not to love) 8. What Comes After (sad because Rick, but love love love love all the callbacks and all of Rick's fever dreams) 9. What We Become (hello, Michonne tripping on shroom tea and having the most wild fucking dream about how different life could've been, so goddamn good, i watched it 3 times the first week it came out) 10. Here's Negan (i liked it, ok... i don't like Negan, but i thoroughly enjoyed his origin episode, mostly because he and HBM have such amazing chemistry and also, we got to see Laura again!)

Thanks for the fun ask, anon!! I probably could've done a top 20, but I managed to limit it to 10 hahah