I visit Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee, exploring exhibits spanning American, military, Native American, and dinosaur history. You can visit too! 📍 Google Maps to Discover Park of America 00:00 Welcome to Discovery Park01:05 Liberty Bell Replica01:43 Davy Crockett Legacy02:08 Military Machines and Aircraft02:59 Museums and Social Media03:25 Ark of the CovenantContinue reading “Discovery Park of America Revealed | Historic Exhibits & Collections”
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Sherman’s Civil War Headquarters Revealed! | Woodlawn Plantation
Join us for a tour of Woodlawn, a historic site that served as General Sherman’s headquarters during the Civil War. Explore its strategic role near Memphis, notable events, and figures like Sherman and Grant. Now an Airbnb and event venue, it offers a glimpse into history and ghostly stories.
The Real Story of America’s Most Famous Sheriff | Buford Pusser
Buford Pusser was a sheriff in western Tennessee who became famous for cleaning up his county. The 1973 movie Walking Tall became a surprise hit, catapulting him to fame. We visit his home and museum in Adamsville, Tennessee to see what the real man was like. Intro: 0:00Walking Tall the movie: 0:44Filming the movie: 1:49MovieContinue reading “The Real Story of America’s Most Famous Sheriff | Buford Pusser”
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”
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”
Historic Civil War Site | Battle of Nashville
Join us on an on-location journey at the historical site of the Battle of Nashville in Tennessee. Discover how this two-day battle in December 1864 effectively ended the Civil War in Tennessee, shattered the Confederate Army of Tennessee, and highlighted the strategic importance of Fort Negley. Uncover the challenges faced due to ice storms, delveContinue reading “Historic Civil War Site | Battle of Nashville”
Podcast Episode 131: Famous Graves of Elmwood – Outlaws, Historians, and Hollywood Connections
Join Scott and Jenn as they explore the fascinating stories of notable figures buried in Elmwood Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee. From the daughter of revolutionary patriot Patrick Henry to the infamous outlaw Kit Dalton, who ran with Jesse James, the cemetery is a treasure trove of history. They delve into the unexpected namesake of Graceland,Continue reading “Podcast Episode 131: Famous Graves of Elmwood – Outlaws, Historians, and Hollywood Connections”
Podcast Episode 130: Mass Graves and Forgotten Lives – Memphis’s Hidden History
Scott and Jen delve into the haunting history of Memphis, Tennessee, focusing on the city’s mass graves that tell tragic tales of epidemics and human suffering. They explore the devastating yellow fever outbreak of 1878, which claimed over 5,000 lives and left the city in ruins, as well as the forgotten victims of the SultanaContinue reading “Podcast Episode 130: Mass Graves and Forgotten Lives – Memphis’s Hidden History”
Podcast Episode 120: Victory at Shiloh
Hosts Scott and Jenn recount the harrowing events of the Battle of Shiloh fought on April 6th and 7th, 1862. They discuss the initial surprise Confederate attack on Union forces at Pittsburgh Landing, Tennessee, led by General Albert Sidney Johnston, the staunch Union resistance at the Hornet’s Nest, and the arrival of Major General DonContinue reading “Podcast Episode 120: Victory at Shiloh”
Victory at the Battle of Shiloh
The Battle of Shiloh, a pivotal engagement in the American Civil War, took place on April 6 and 7, 1862, near Shiloh, Tennessee. It was a major Union victory that halted the Confederate advance into the West. Day 1 (April 6) Early Morning: Confederate General Albert Sidney Johnston launched a surprise attack on the UnionContinue reading “Victory at the Battle of Shiloh”