Category: American Countryside
The Liberty Bell of the West
The Liberty Bell tolled for freedom in Philadelphia…or was it really in the State of Illinois?
Carving a Capital from the Wilderness
Roll back the clock 250 years and this city’s population might rival some of the largest towns on the east coast–yet it was in the…
The Glory Days of Powhatan, Arkansas
Today the town of Powhatan is nearly a ghost town. However, it’s buildings have been preserved and the stories of its glory days still abound….
Powhatan, Arkansas
There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Powhatan, Arkansas. However, this was once a thriving city with steamboat traffic making it a unique port…
Sitting Bull
He is one of the greatest Indian chiefs ever to lead his tribes in peace and battle. Ironically, two different towns claim his burial spot…..
Collecting Specimens
Jay’s father could have scolded him for what he’d unearthed. Most parents would say, “Put down that filthy thing!” His father didn’t do that though,…
A Prisoner of War Reintured
Over 65 years after this Prisoner Of War died in a work camp, his body will be reintured near his birthplace this week. The story…
One Famous Horse
At one time this fort raised and trained over 14,000 horses and mules at a time. Many of those animals were shipped overseas, but there’s…
A Front Porch Presidential Campaign
It may seem odd for a presidential candidate to campaign without leaving home. But that’s exactly what this man did–and he won the White House…
Living Past 100 Years Old
Helen Netherton may still be able to purchase long term care insurance, but at the age of 110, she’s still never spent a night in…