Posted in American Countryside Mississippi

Scissors the Hog

He was probably the most valuable hog of his day.  His worth was measured in extraordinary sums of money, yet his owner would not sell…

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Posted in American Countryside Mississippi

A Champion in the Showring

He was a champion in the show ring and his fame grew far beyond farm country.  In fact, he was so well known, he had…

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Posted in American Countryside Colorado

The Royal Gorge

For over seven decades, this bridge was a record setter, the highest suspension bridge in the world.  It continues to draw visitors from around the…

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Posted in American Countryside Colorado

Amazed by the Natural Beauty

Thousands of people still drive to this location to be amazed by the natural beauty of this place.  It makes you wonder what the first…

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Posted in American Countryside Florida

Quincy’s Coca-Cola Millionaires

In the Great Depression era, Quincy, Florida was a town of nearly 4000 residents.  Although times were tough, the advice of one local banker helped…

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Posted in American Countryside Wyoming

The Cheyenne Depot Museum

Cheyenne, Wyoming was one of the towns known as “hell on wheels” for its wild railroad boomtown beginnings. You can still find some of that…

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Posted in American Countryside Nebraska

Fort Hartsuff

Unless you live in central Nebraska or are perhaps a history buff of the 1870s, you’ve probably near heard of Fort Hartsuff.  However, a trip…

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Posted in American Countryside Nebraska

An Interesting Fort to Visit

Just south of Burwell, Nebraska you’ll find a fort that is quite interesting to visit.  While there were no major battles or skirmishes here, what…

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Posted in American Countryside Michigan

The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum

Perhaps it’s fitting that you have to go a bit out of the way to find the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum.  This well known site…

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Posted in American Countryside Michigan

A Place That Didn’t Deter Ship Captains

Some sailors and airman have long feared the Bermuda Triangle for the mysterious fate of some who have passed there.  Whitefish Point is a bit…

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