Posted in American Countryside Missouri

A Strange Log Cabin

We’ve all seen a log cabin.  Such structures were the norm for many Americans early in the country’s history.  But did you ever see a…

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Posted in American Countryside Missouri

Missouri’s Oldest Town

When these French Catholics learned that the British Protestants had taken over, they weren’t pleased.  It may be the reason this city still exists today…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

The Stage Door Canteen

Imagine a chance to get to hear one of the biggest bands of the day and dance with movie starlets.  It was a dream come…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

The $25 Per Month Home Mortgage

As time passes there are fewer Americans that can recall the life on the homefront during the years of World War II.  So a trip…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

The Music of the Civil War

Many museums cover the history of the Civil War, but few cover this specific topic within that war.  That doesn’t mean its not important –…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

Titanic of Pontiac, Illinois

Many museums cover the history of the Civil War, but few cover this specific topic within that war.  That doesn’t mean its not important –…

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Posted in American Countryside Texas

Remembering Your Roots

We sometimes say that famous folks forget their roots.  They become so engrossed in stardom that they lose site of where they began.  Not so…

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Posted in American Countryside Texas

That’ll Be The Day

Many of us know the Buddy Holly sing, That’ll Be the Day.”  It was a hit that launched the young singer from his hometown of…

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Posted in American Countryside Texas

It’s Not County Western Music

Landing a record deal is a big step in a musician’s career.  But when this record company wanted their young star to sing his lyrics…

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Posted in American Countryside Texas

Lubbock’s Rock ‘n Roller

Ever rock ‘n roll star had to begin somewhere, and for this musician from Lubbock, TX it was playing at roller rinks and used car…

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