World Heritage Site - Poverty Point
18. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 46 °F
We were impressed with the history of this UNESCO location. One of the premier Indian civilizations of the western hemisphere. Unfortunately, the site in person was not very impressive at all. A lotWeiterlesen
Vicksburg National Military Park
18. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 50 °F
Wow. What a beautiful bluebird day! We were amazed by the scenery and history we explored and experienced today. Over 1300 memorials, big and small. Deep ravines, rolling hills, huge fortifications,Weiterlesen
Little River National Preserve
19. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 41 °F
Great drive through Northern Alabama! Curvy. Remote. Great views! This is said to be the deepest canyon east of the Mississippi River.
Southern Appalacians
20. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☁️ 37 °F
There is something so very captivating about the Southern Appalachians. The depth? The texture? The people? Or, maybe it’s my connection and love of the trail. Our plans were to start the Blue RidgeWeiterlesen
Friends Since 1979
22. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ 🌧 32 °F
Spending Christmas with my oldest and best friend. Also, enjoying refuge from the ridiculous temperatures. Happy Holidays to all.
Around Woodstock
27. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 37 °F
The hard cold spell is starting to dissipate in Northern Virginia. We are able to make it out to some great spots along the Shenandoah River. We are excited to keep exploring this area.
Fort Valley Exploration
28. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 45 °F
Had a fabulous time in the next valley over from Woodstock. More great views (storybook trail hike) and civil war history today. We were also very amused and impressed with the Cooter’s collectionWeiterlesen
Harper’s Ferry
29. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 37 °F
What an outstanding place! I’ve always heard great things about it. Confluence of a couple of water ways. Halfway on the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian Trail conservatory. A definite must see.
Antietam National Battlefield
29. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 45 °F
The bloodiest day in American history. Over 23,000 soldiers killed, wounded, or missing after twelve hours of savage warfare. Very impressive view and depiction of this brutal day’s events.
Washington Monument State Park
29. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 48 °F
The original. The first. Right on the Appalachian Trail. Outside of Boonsboro MD. Completed 1827.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
29. Dezember 2022 in den USA ⋅ 🌙 46 °F
An amazing horse drawn canal system which moved supplies upriver.
Shenadoah National Park
5. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
Unfortunately, the entire park was not accessible, due to the ice storm damage from the previous cold spell. Nevertheless, the views were spectacular, the drive was pleasant, and the cloud/sky colorsWeiterlesen
Air & Space Museum at Dulles
6. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
Hands down…the most amazing collection of aircraft and spacecraft I’ve ever seen!
International Spy Museum
9. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ 🌙 46 °F
Some amazing interactive and informative exhibits! Doctor, Doctor…Doctor, Doctor…
Ford’s Theatre
10. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 45 °F
We learned much more background behind the plot that led to an American Tragedy.
Random Around DC
10. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
A little bit of everything…
Postal Museum
10. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
Very nice history of snail mail.
Fort McHenry
11. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 37 °F
This installation played a pivotal role during The War of 1812. It’s survival was also the inspiration for the Star Spangled Banner. An amazing setting.
Washington’s Mount Vernon
12. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 48 °F
WOW!! What an amazing display of our first president’s homestead, family/professional/military history, and overall life. Full of original artifacts, personal tour guides, and audio/4D videoWeiterlesen
Great Falls
13. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
Right on the Maryland and Virginia line. Amazing views. Great trails.
Bull Run / Manassas National Battlefield
13. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 46 °F
Very large and spread out Civil War battlefield. Two separate battles. Two Confederate wins.
Colonial Williamsburg
20. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 54 °F
First of the colonial triangle.
Jamestown
20. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
Where it all started…
The Seige of Yorktown
20. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ⛅ 54 °F
Where the British surrendered…
Mariners Museum
21. Januar 2023 in den USA ⋅ ☀️ 45 °F
Fabulous displays of mariner history for $1.00. Yes, one dollar. A true non-profit organization. Their Monitor vs. Virginia ( Old Merrimack) was very informative. Their ongoing restoration efforts ofWeiterlesen

























































































































































































































































































































































































































































