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Loving Virginia – Our First Taste Of Old Dominion
Over the years, Virginia has had a lot of nicknames. King Charles II dubbed it “Old Dominion” due to his loyalty to the crown. In
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Facing The Past – M.O.N.A.H.
These days it is too easy to forget about the earliest residents in the lands we call home. So much of our lives revolve around
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Virginia Beach – A Couple’s Story
Vacations are our chance to sample other parts of our world. Our excursion to Virginia was opening new opportunities to learn some history of America.
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Kings Arms Tavern – A Revolutionary Meal
Dining in a pre-Revolutionary War tavern was a new experience for us. During a day in Colonial Williamsburg, we stopped by Kings Arms Tavern for
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Colonial Williamsburg – The Early Days Of America
The city of Williamsburg, Virginia is a familiar name to many people. Did you know that this historic settlement began as Middle Plantation? Way back
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American Revolution Museum At Yorktown
The “David versus Goliath” story of the American Revolution influenced political ideas around the globe. How could a fledgling nation win its freedom from the
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Frankfort Kentucky – A Colorful Capital
Before we visited Frankfort, Kentucky, we thought it was just about thoroughbred horses, fried chicken, and bluegrass music. What we were to discover was a
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Jamestown Settlement – Winds of Change
In late April, of 1607, three ships appeared on the horizon of what would become the Virginia coast. Onboard are 105 passengers who are determined