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Exploring the Rich Folklore in Wyoming

Wyoming is a very large state, land-wise, but is the least populous people-wise in the United States. It has many fascinating geographical structures and a long history of Native American habitation...

Lover’s Leap: A Tale of Tragedy and Legend

Explore the tragic history of Lover's Leap in Hannibal, where two Native American lovers defied their tribes and leaped into the river below. Learn the historical significance of this North American...

Bob Waldmire: The Free Spirit of Route 66

Explore the legacy of Bob Waldmire, an artist and traveler who championed the spirit of Route 66. Celebrate his works and life with maps, postcards, and handwritten notes from his VW Bus.

761st Tank Battalion: The Black Panthers

Join me today as we learn about the famous 761st Tank Battalion. It was an American tank battalion… raised during World War II and made up almost exclusively of African-American soldiers.

American Folklore: West Virginia

West Virginia used to be part of Virginia, but its unique geography and culture made it an ideal candidate to be its own state. It received this gift in 1863, and has been the epitome of rural...

West Virginia: The State Capitals #48

Charleston is the capital of the state of West Virginia. It is known for its prolific production of natural resources like natural gas, salt, and coal. Because of this, it has always been a strategic...

American Folklore: Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. is the nation’s capital city, and it has some truly intriguing folklore that goes along with it. From the supernatural to conspiracy theories involving everything from the Illuminati...