A family and an entire movement of world-renowned artists... stoic memorials to patriots who fought in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War... mines and minerals that fueled the Industrial Revolution... rolling hills draped with a stunning kaleidoscope of crimson and golden-leafed maples in the Fall... an enticing winery trail... horse country... dairy farms... the Mushroom Capital of the World... "American Revolution to Fine Art- Brandywine Valley Reflections" takes you on an historical and photographic tour revealing fascinating stories covering more than 300 years of American history. Originating in and around Chester County, Pennsylvania, this narrative will captivate readers as they journey along forgotten crossroads, witness a colossal battle in our struggle for independence and visit the sites where history comes alive, revealing those who formed the foundations of the country we know today.
Jim and Natalie uncovered a secret that had been hidden for over two centuries, something that treasure hunters had sought for decades. They knew they'd have to bring it to light, but realized they could both die trying. The fragile infancy of the young nation - and a man responsible for its survival - lay in the clues. After driven off the road, shot at and nearly killed, they were determined to follow through to the end ..."--Publisher's description
These are all star forts. We know the star was important as a symbol to the Masons... each one of these places had some significance to them" Jim said, "What do you mean?" "Clearly someone- either a Mason or a person who sympathized with their beliefs- was at each of those forts. It's got to be pointing us to..." Intrigued by something missing from a patriotic display at the Smithsonian, Jim and Natalie set off to find clues to a mystery experts haven't been able to resolve regarding one of our nation's most revered symbols. Their journey takes them through three historic forts on the East Coast, along the back streets of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. and into a long forgotten subterranean vault which yields a discovery of immense significance.
Paper says that by the 1980s, the town was abandoned... I cant blame PECO. With all the talk about nuclear meltdowns, people were scared... This looks odd. He pulled out a thin pewter-colored metallic sheet from the box. Its covered with tiny indentations. Natalie rubbed her fingers across the surface. What is it? Natalie finds a dusty old box in the abandoned 18th century town of Fricks Lock in historic Chester County, Pennsylvania. The search to understand its contents takes her and Jim to a museum dedicated to the worlds greatest inventors, the notorious Pennhurst Asylum and the find of the century...
We did take a drive down to Gay Head?Ǫwalked around Moshup Beach?Ǫfound a very nice leather satchel washed up on shore. Couldnt tell what was really inside?Ǫ looked like a bunch of wet papers, Jim said, still looking out at the ocean... but then he looked up and noticed Eddy was staring right at him, almost with a glare?Ǫ and it spooked Jim for a second. Then Eddy looked down and said, Yeah? Thats somethin?Ǫ Never know whatll wash up on the beach?Ǫ Jim and Natalie wanted a relaxing vacation on Marthas Vineyard with good food, sunshine and walks on the beach?Ǫ What they werent expecting was being involved in a murder investigation linked to the Mafia, the stock market crash and massive securities fraud?Ǫand meeting Eddy, who could just as easily kill you as shake your hand?Ǫ excerpt from Vineyard Days "A perfect read for the beach or on your way to Martha's Vineyard!" - BookVisions"The combination of the setting and the plot captivated me. Pisasale uses actual places to bring this book to life." - BookReviewsByDebra"If you like stories that are about greed and fraud as well as murder and money, then this is a book for you... A great summer read." - Amazon Vine Voice Top 500 Reviewer
This museum, located in scenic Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania is dedicated to the memory of one man - Chris Sanderson, a musician, lecturer and historian who chronicled our heritage. Upon Chriss death, his friend Tom Thompson was given the task of sorting through the more than 18,000 artifacts in Chriss collection. Thompson along with Andrew Wyeth and others created this undiscovered gem of a museum we have today.
Hemingway, Cuba and the Great Blue River takes readers on a journey to the place where Ernest Hemingway spent a majority of his life, cruising the Gulf Stream and crafting some of his finest novels. Illustrated with more than 180 full-color photographs, this book will enrich your understanding of the author and sites he loved in and around Cuba.
For almost two centuries, Alexander Hamilton was the most misunderstood and least appreciated of the Founding Fathers. His achievements in banking, finance and commerce merit him the title of architect of the American financial system.
Jim and Natalie uncovered a secret that had been hidden for over two centuries, something that treasure hunters had sought for decades. They knew they'd have to bring it to light, but realized they could both die trying. The fragile infancy of the young nation - and a man responsible for its survival - lay in the clues. After driven off the road, shot at and nearly killed, they were determined to follow through to the end ..."--Publisher's description
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