Rocky City is the most unique and magical tourist location that you don’t know about yet. Set atop Lookout Mountain at the border of Tennessee and Georgia, this “city of rocks” is more than what it seems. Join us for a quick tour of this one-of-a-kind location that has a history all its own. 📍Continue reading “360 Tour Inside the World’s Most Mysterious Tourist Attraction | Rock City”
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Finding the First EVER Medal of Honor Recipients in Chattanooga National Cemetery
Join Walk with History at Chattanooga National Cemetery in Tennessee as we explore its rich legacy, established in 1867 to honor Civil War soldiers. Discover the cemetery’s notable Medal of Honor recipients, including the first awarded for the daring Great Locomotive Chase. Learn about Desmond Doss, the conscientious objector recognized for saving 75 lives inContinue reading “Finding the First EVER Medal of Honor Recipients in Chattanooga National Cemetery”
Discovering Chattanooga’s Civil War Battle Secrets
Trace the steps of generals over blood-soaked soil and unravel Chattanooga’s buried Civil War mysteries. Join historian and veteran Jenn in this episode of Walk With History as she explores the Battle of Chickamauga and the battles for Chattanooga. Located on the Tennessee-Georgia border, these battles were crucial during the Civil War due to theContinue reading “Discovering Chattanooga’s Civil War Battle Secrets”
Inside Davy Crockett’s Historic Tennessee Cabin
Join Jenn as she takes you on an insightful tour of Davy Crockett’s final home in Rutherford, Tennessee. Discover fascinating details about Crockett’s life, from his tenure in Congress and prolific bear hunting to his eventual departure to Texas and heroic stand at the Alamo. Explore the rustic log cabin, reconstructed with original timbers, andContinue reading “Inside Davy Crockett’s Historic Tennessee Cabin”
The untold story of Elvis’ forgotten twin brother
Join historian and veteran Jen from Walk With History as she takes you on a journey to explore the birthplace of Elvis Presley and his identical twin brother, Jesse Garrin Presley, in Tupelo, Mississippi. Discover the story behind their birth on January 8, 1935, and the influence of the Assembly of God Church on Elvis’sContinue reading “The untold story of Elvis’ forgotten twin brother”
The WW2 Museum won’t tell you this Stephen Ambrose secret
Join us from the World War II Museum in New Orleans as we delve into the complex legacy of Stephen Ambrose. We discuss the origins of the museum in New Orleans, largely tied to the manufacturing of the pivotal Higgins boats, and the controversial historian whose works popularized WWII history. Despite his contributions to makingContinue reading “The WW2 Museum won’t tell you this Stephen Ambrose secret”
The Bravery of Ruby Bridges: A Walk with History
Join historian and veteran Jenn on Walk with History as she explores the monumental bravery of six-year-old Ruby Bridges, who desegregated the all-white William France Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1960. Discover the historic events, from the federal marshals escorting Ruby to school amidst protests, to Norman Rockwell’s iconic painting ‘The Problem WeContinue reading “The Bravery of Ruby Bridges: A Walk with History”
The Brutal Lynching that Inspired Ida B. Wells
Join us in Memphis, Tennessee, as we delve into the lynching of Thomas Moss in 1892, an event that ignited Ida B. Wells’ determined anti-lynching campaign. This episode chronicles the events leading up to and following the tragic incident at People’s Grocery, highlighting the racial tensions and injustices black communities faced. Learn about Wells’ friendshipContinue reading “The Brutal Lynching that Inspired Ida B. Wells”
Unraveling New Orleans History
Uncover hidden legacies with every step on New Orleans’ historic avenues. Join historian and veteran Jenn as she takes you on an enlightening tour of New Orleans, Louisiana. From Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral to the origins of jazz and unique architecture like Shotgun Houses, discover the fascinating blend of French, Spanish, and AmericanContinue reading “Unraveling New Orleans History”
Fort Pillow: Battle or Massacre?
Scott and Jenn dive into the Battle of Fort Pillow, a moment in the Civil War that’s as hotly debated as pineapple on pizza. Was it a fierce battle or a brutal massacre? Well, grab your popcorn because we’re unpacking the juicy details! Picture this: Union troops, including many African American soldiers, holding the fortContinue reading “Fort Pillow: Battle or Massacre?”