Category: American Countryside
An Enterprising Fort
When you think of forts in the western U.S., you may remember military fortresses built to keep the peace and secure the routes of settlers. …
President Lincoln at the Gettysburg Depot
There was a mix of emotions when President Lincoln stepped onto the platform at this Gettysburg, Pennsylvania railroad depot. There were feelings of sadness and…
A Historic Railroad Depot
Many communities have saved and then restored their old rail depots. That’s the case for this small Pennsylvania town. However, the depot here has more…
The Luckiest Elephant Man in America
Some people believe that a elephant figurine will bring you good luck. If that is true, Ed Gotwald is the luckiest man in America. Regardless,…
A Collection That Went Viral
Lots of people collect things. Sometimes the story of how and why they began collecting is more interesting than the collection itself. That may be…
A Famous Inventor
His first invention involved a kite–and perhaps his most famous discovery involved one too…
Honoring America’s Heroes
Every independence day we celebrate our freedom. This soldier is reminded of the cost of that freedom as he protects the resting place of America’s…
A Chaplain in the Civil War
In the fall of 1861, Father William Corby, a Notre Dame educated priest, not yet 30 years old, joined the 88th New York and the…
A Small Rock Marking a Big Impact
There are hundreds of monuments here at Gettysburg National Battlefield. Many times it’s difficult to know the story behind each one…there are simply so many….
The Role of Chaplains in the Civil War
If you are a student of the Civil War, you probably know some of the important names like Generals Lee and Grant, or battles like…