Monticello is an absolute must for any fan of history. Thomas Jefferson was not only a forward thinker responsible for the Declaration of Independence, but he is also considered the prime example of the American Paradox. Join us as we tour Monticello and talk about Thomas Jefferson’s impact on history. Intro: 0:00Front: 0:13Back: 0:58Martha Jefferson:Continue reading “Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings at Monticello”
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Fort Monroe | Jefferson Davis’ Final Years
Fort Monroe was the center of many important historical events during the U.S. Civil War. Being that it was so far south, yet controlled by the Union in the north, made it even more pivotal with things like enslaved “contraband”, the first battle of the ironclads, and later the imprisonment of Jefferson Davis. The CasemateContinue reading “Fort Monroe | Jefferson Davis’ Final Years”
400 Years of Fort Monroe History
We visited one of the oldest and largest forts in the United States. Multiple U.S. presidents have visited and it was an active US Army fort until 2011; now designated as a national historic site. plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/fomr/ Intro: 0:00Visitor’s Center: 0:41Contrabands: 6:44Robert E. Lee: 7:17Point Comfort Lighthouse: 9:36First Africans Marker: 10:21Jefferson Davis MemorialContinue reading “400 Years of Fort Monroe History”
Early Look: One of America’s Oldest Forts
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Early Look: Back at it with a Review of 2022!
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The Best Way to See Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg
We give you the tips and tricks for getting the most out of visiting Colonial Williamsburg at Christmas time. If you are a fan of coming here…this is a MUST DO! Intro: 0:00Williamsburg Christmas Market: 0:11Historical Character Plays: 2:38Ice Skating: 3:33Historic Decorations: 4:28Grand Illumination Proclamation: 6:51Williamsburg Inn at night: 8:05Palace Green holiday sights to see:Continue reading “The Best Way to See Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg”
Early Look: A Colonial Williamsburg Christmas
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Early Look: American Prohibition Museum
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Best Advice on How to visit Arlington National Cemetery
Living close to Arlington has allowed us to visit these hallowed grounds numerous times. We want to share the best advice we have for visiting Arlington National Cemetery…whether for the first time or the 5th. Arlington Tour Videos plan your visit: https://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/ Intro: 0:00Parking: 0:15Visitor’s Center: 1:03The ANC App: 2:09The Tram: 2:57Finding veteran spouses: 4:18TombContinue reading “Best Advice on How to visit Arlington National Cemetery”
Touring the Tower of London
History and tour of the Tower of London in England. If you like videos like this let us know! Intro: 0:00Background of Tower of London: 0:10Tower of London Entrance: 2:29White Tower: 3:45Guards and Crown Jewels: 5:35Execution grounds and graves: 6:12 Tower Bridge Bonus Episode