Category: Washington, DC
The Arlington Ladies
On Memorial Day, we remember our loved ones. But these ladies recognize our fallen soldiers today and every day of the year… https://americancountryside.com/wp-content/gems/2026/05/2026-0525-Arlington-Ladies.mp3Podcast: Play in…
The Arlington Ladies
On Memorial Day we remember our loved ones, but these ladies recognize our fallen soldiers every day of the year. This is the story of…
Architect William Thornton
When the British entered the Washington, D.C. during the War of 1812, they burned many of the government’s buildings, including the residence of the president. …
The Octagon House
Everyone knows the Pentagon is in Washington. But did you know the city is home to an Octagon as well? It may not be as…
The Famous Willard Hotel Bar
The round bar at the Willard Hotel has been the places where generations of politicians, celebrities and power brokers have forged deals, shared conversations or…
The Arlington Ladies
On Memorial Day we remember our loved ones, but these ladies recognize our fallen soldiers this weekend and every day of the year… https://americancountryside.com/wp-content/gems/2021/09/01Oct21-Arlington-Ladies.mp3Podcast: Play…
How Long Did The First Transcontinental Flight Take?
Today a transcontinental flight from New York to L.A. might take about five hours. But do you know how long the first such flight took? …
Inside The Thing
It’s often referred to as simply, “The Thing.” That “thing” was a piece of equipment used to acquire secrets from the United States. Today you…
Behind the Scenes at Arlington National Cemetary
Many of us have perhaps watched the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery. What you may not…
A White House Social Aid
Every U.S. President hosts a variety of events at the White House throughout the year. OF course it takes a lot of people to help…
