One of the most tragic events that occurred across the great plains. November, 1864, 675 cavalry men of spot the camps of Chief Black Kettle, White Antelope, and Left Hand in the valley below them. The Events Leading to Sand Creek Massacre Tensions between the US Government and Indians have come to a boil. Incorporation of Colorado as a … [Read more...]
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Guide to Visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Theodore Roosevelt National Park started it's life many years ago as Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. Although memorial parks are an odd thing, and it probably became a better fit as a National Park. The park protects a large swath of the North Dakotan badlands. Why is the Park named for Theodore Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt came to the … [Read more...]
Complete Guide to US National Monuments
One of the greatest things the United States ever did was creating the National Park System. Now most people understand what a National Park is, but then there is another designation National Monument. What is that and why do we have multiple things to protect Nature. National Monuments come in so many different varieties from beautiful volcanic … [Read more...]
NPS: Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
Did you know Ohio's Place in Aviation History? The Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park traces the legacy of the Wright Brothers, Dayton's most famous sons. Their work truly pushed forward the age of flight. History of Dayton Aviation Heritage NHP Kitty Hawk, 1903 The two brother's from Ohio, fly their heavier than air … [Read more...]
NPS: First Ladies National Historic Site – Ohio
The First Ladies National Historic Site Info Established in 2000, the First Ladies National Historic Site in Canton Ohio commemorates and preserves clothing and other items of the various first ladies who have inhabited this position. The site comprises two different sites, The Ida Saxton McKinley Historic Home and the Education Center. The … [Read more...]
Bonneville Salt Flats – Visitor’s and Driving Guide
What are the Bonneville Salt Flats The Bonneville Salt Flats, are one of the most impressive natural wonders in Utah. Covering 30,000 acres, the flats are about 12 miles long and 5 miles wide covering about 46 square miles. The salt flats are an exceptionally hard and exceptionally flat natural wonder. Most of the surface is actually regular … [Read more...]
National Parks in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has 2 national park units within it's state. There are unfortunately no major national parks in New Hampshire, but it does have 1 National Historical site and also has 1 National Trail that traverses the state. National Historical Parks New Hampshire contains one National Historical Site within its borders. The museum and … [Read more...]
Over 25 of the Best Things to Do in Chicago
Considered one of the great cities of the United States and World. Chicago has no limit to the amount of wonderful things to see, do, and eat in this great city. We help you plan your trip through Chi-town, and explore some of it's best things to do. Follow along. If you have any other suggestions or recommendations, we'd love to hear them … [Read more...]
To Oświęcim and Auschwitz
I got up early and wandered over to the bus station to catch our bus to Auschwitz. It was a cool September morning and we tried to get there early to catch our bus over to Auschwitz. I had been wanting to see Auschwitz for a long time. Maybe I should wonder why on holiday I would want to see such a tragic place. I have always been interested in … [Read more...]
How to Visit Hemingway in Ketchum Idaho
One of the most famous writers in America, Ernest Hemingway is famous for his intense writing, sense of adventure, direct language. He has created some of the most well read books including The Snows of Kilimanjaro, A Farewell to Arms, The Old Man and the Sea, and The Killers. Upon coming to Ketchum myself, I was shocked to learn of it's famous … [Read more...]
Advice Before Visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camps
I got several emails regarding my last posts and people were wondering about how easy it is to get to Auschwitz, things they should know etc. So here are a few tips for visiting the concentration camps for those who may find themselves in the region and interested in going. Also if you want to read more about the visit there, please free to also … [Read more...]
NPS: San Juan Islands NHP: The War of the Pig
The War of the Pig: The Pig Incident June 15, 1859. American Farmer Lyman Cutlar finds a pig rooting through his potato patch. This pig he thinks is one he's seen before and is tired of dealing with the damage. He raises his rifle, aims at the burrowing swine and fires. The shot sets of a chain of events that he probably didn't … [Read more...]
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