Category: American Countryside
A Town with Streets Paved in Gold
If in heaven the streets are paved in gold, then perhaps this town was pretty close to paradise. For a century ago, their streets were…
A Vending Machine for Your Divorce
You can buy a lot of things out of a vending machine, but this town had perhaps the most unique such device anywhere in the…
An Unusual Capital in Utah
Sometimes people and towns like to go against the grain and live life differently. For the folks in Corrine, Utah that was definitely the case…
The Abingdong Muster Grounds
What does it mean to “muster”? For those living in Colonial times, that word was very important and this spot was one of the most…
The Rebellion Continues
The message was clear – lay down your arms and stop the rebellion against the British Crown or otherwise be prepared to have your cities…
More Than a Park
In one small town in southwestern Virginia you’ll find a place that at first glance may appear to be just a park. Take a stop…
The President’s Flag
The flag of the President of the Unites States shows an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows. President Harry Truman wanted to add something…
A Short Resolution That Impacts Life Today
June 14, 1777 was an important date in American history because of a short resolution that was passed that impacts life today… https://americancountryside.com/wp-content/gems/2026/07/2026-0715-House-of-Flags-3.mp3Podcast: Play in…
Two Dates On a Flag
What is the only state flag with two dates emblazoned upon it? Those two dates are not only important to that state but the nation…
A Red Hat and a Stick
A red hat and stick is a symbol of what movement? You may be surprised by the answer and equally astonished at the fact the…
