Did you know that the original 4 models were NOT the four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln? We visited, Mount Rushmore, the famous American landmark located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and discovered more of the history behind this famous American tourist destination. The choice of presidentsContinue reading “What if Mount Rushmore was…different?”
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True history of Crazy Horse monument
Discover the life and legacy of Crazy Horse, a renowned Native American leader and warrior of the Oglala Lakota tribe in the 19th century. Celebrated for his exceptional courage and strategic prowess, Crazy Horse played a pivotal role in resisting the encroachment of European settlers onto Lakota lands. From his early life in the changingContinue reading “True history of Crazy Horse monument”
Last Days of Wild Bill Hickok in Deadwood
Wild Bill Hickok was a legendary man of the Wild West. From outlaw in his younger days, to US Army scout, and later Federal Marshal he was the real deal. Will Bill Hickok was shot on August 2nd, 1876 in Deadwood, South Dakota by the infamous Jack McCall. We visit this legendary town, walk inContinue reading “Last Days of Wild Bill Hickok in Deadwood”
Buffalo Bill Wild West life and death
Buffalo Bill Cody and his Wild West show brought the Western frontier to thousands of people around the world. Did you know that Buffalo Bill ACTUALLY DID the things that were written about him? He was the real deal! Intro: 0:00Early life: 0:29How Buffalo Bill got his name: 2:35The jump to show business: 4:31Controversial burial:Continue reading “Buffalo Bill Wild West life and death”
Gettysburg Ghosts: Unveiling the REAL Haunted History of Gettysburg
For something like thirteen years of marriage, Jenn dragged me (Scott) on ghost tours and I never really got it. Houses, cemeteries, spooky stories…not really my thing. Then about a year and a half ago we did one in Colonial Williamsburg, walking past George Wythe’s house, and it finally clicked. The ghost tour isn’t reallyContinue reading “Gettysburg Ghosts: Unveiling the REAL Haunted History of Gettysburg”
Podcast Episode 66: Visiting the Whitehouse – The history you can see on the tour
It can be tricky to get a tour of the Whitehouse…but we were finally able to pull it off so that we can tell you all about it! The history, what we expected, and what we didn’t expect. Listen in my favorite podcast player Transcript Visiting the Whitehouse: What you can see on the tourContinue reading “Podcast Episode 66: Visiting the Whitehouse – The history you can see on the tour”
Podcast Episode 65: A Cornerstone of Civil Rights: Mary McLeod Bethune
In this episode of Talk With History, Scott and Jen explore the remarkable life and contributions of Mary McLeod Bethune, a cornerstone of civil rights in American history. They visited the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House in Washington, DC, and learned about her accomplishments. From her humble beginnings as the 15th of 17 children bornContinue reading “Podcast Episode 65: A Cornerstone of Civil Rights: Mary McLeod Bethune”
Podcast Episode 64: American History Museum – Americana, Presidential Assassinations, and First Ladies
The American History Museum is a no-brainer visit for even the casual history fan. It’s free, good for kids, and it would take a couple of days to see everything. Jenn got to visit and record some short videos…but even for this historian, she had to put the camera down and just enjoy it. SheContinue reading “Podcast Episode 64: American History Museum – Americana, Presidential Assassinations, and First Ladies”
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 SurrenderContinue reading “Podcast Episode 63: Visiting Appomattox Courthouse”
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.