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Gloucester Cathedral and the US national anthem
An unexpected connection to American history found in Gloucester Cathedral in England. Continue reading
Best historic bike trail in the US?
The 52-mile Capital Trail runs from Jamestown to Richmond, paralleling the James River through centuries of history. Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, 19th century, agricultural, American Revolution, city/town, Civil War, house, military, President, religion
Tagged bike trail, capital trail', Civil War, cotton, plantations, VA
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One of George Washington’s churches
Three churches in northern Virginia are usually associated with George Washington: Pohick Church near Lorton, Christ Church in Alexandria, and the Falls Church in the city that was named for it. All remain active churches today and their exteriors have … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, 19th century, cemetery/grave, President, religion
Tagged church, Civil War, George Washington, VA
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A whalebone sidewalk and more
While perhaps best known for its spectacular aquarium, its otters and Cannery Row, Monterey, California has a fascinating history that illustrates the turmoil of shifting power over many years. Monterey was the capital of the region of Alta California under both … Continue reading
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16th Street Baptist Church
I felt history in a powerful way last week. Surrounded by my history colleagues from around the nation, I had the great fortune to visit 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, the historic African American church where 50 years … Continue reading
Boston favorites
I just returned from Boston and once again enjoyed walking miles through the neighborhoods. It is truly one of America’s great walkable cities. I took a guided walking tour of historic Beacon Hill and no surprise, ended up on the … Continue reading
Conflicting thoughts about Plymouth
It’s Thanksgiving in America and our thoughts turn to Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, or Virginia or wherever it really happened. I think Virginia and Massachusetts are still arguing that one. In any case, I visited Plymouth, Massachusetts … Continue reading
Posted in 17th century, 19th century, art and culture, city/town, religion
Tagged forefathers monument, MA, mayflower, Pilgrims, plymouth rock
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Thinking of Jefferson on President’s Day
Monday is President’s Day in the U.S. While we normally think about Washington and Lincoln, since their birthdays were in February, the third President Thomas Jefferson seems to be the President whose name is popping up everywhere in recent days. His restored … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, art and culture, house, President, religion
Tagged DC, Jefferson's Bible, Monticello, VA
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A country church
I love taking drives along the country roads of Virginia, especially this time of year. One of the many neat features of the state is the historic churches that dot the landscape. Their histories reveal all kinds of interesting stories related … Continue reading
An unexpected place in Philly
A diamond in the rough sits near historic Laurel Hill Cemetery not far from the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia. Many cities in America boast a wealth of historic churches and synagogues in various states of decline. As the populations of America’s … Continue reading
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