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I am a former Naval Aviator turned Historian and I promote museums as well as explore real world locations where the giants of history walked before us.
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Infamous Prisons of the Civil War
Second only to Andersonville in deaths and infamy…Libby Prison was a Confederate prison in Richmond, Virginia, during the American Civil War. It was a three-story brick warehouse that had been used as a tobacco factory before the war. The prison was located on Cary Street, near the James River. Libby Prison was designated to hold…
How to Visit Jimmy Stewart’s Hometown
Jimmy Stewart is one of the all-time great actors…and a top favorite with the Walk with History team. When we had the opportunity to visit his hometown we took it…and we have some tips and tricks to help you visit too! This video is also a behind-the-scenes look at how we visit all these historic…
Podcast Episode 63: Visiting Appomattox Courthouse
Most people think the American Civil War ended in the courthouse in Appomattox, Virginia…and most people are mistaken. Join us as we talk about where the surrender took place and the name of the city where Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee carried out this historic event. Transcript Visiting Appomattox Courthouse and the Surrender…
Origins of the “Six Triple Eight” (6888) Women’s Army Corps postal unit
The 6888th postal battalion was a shining star during WWII, showing the world how African American women could serve alongside their fellow countrymen and women. Mary McLeod Bethune is the reason the 6888 exists…join us as we tell you how she made that happen.
The Civil War did NOT End in the Appomattox Court House
Most people think the American Civil War ended in the courthouse in Appomattox, Virginia…and most people are mistaken. Join us as we show you where the surrender took place and the name of the city where Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee carried out this historic event.
The history of True Grit: 1969 vs 2010
In our first ever “Watch with History”, we compare the 1969 and 2010 versions of the movie “True Grit.” While the 2010 version has better cinematography, we prefer the characters and humor in the 1969 version. Both versions follow the story of a young girl seeking revenge for her father’s murder in the American Old…
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- Ep 1 Travel Guide: Nathan Bedford Forrest Statue – Memphis, TN (free preview 1 of 5)
- Ep 2 Travel Guide: The Life and History of Strong Vincent – Erie, PA (free preview 2 of 5)
- Ep 3 Travel Guide: Bob Hope and his TWO Marriages – Erie, PA (free preview 3 of 5)
- Ep 4 Travel Guide: Jimmy Stewart Museum – Indiana, PA (free preview 4 of 5)
- Ep 5 Travel Guide: Jimmy Stewart Hometown – Indiana, PA (free preview 5 of 5)
- Ep 55 Travel Guide: Army Navy Store History | Norfolk, VA (free preview – new!)
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