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What was behind the first ever zombie movie? Where was it filmed?

Today, film history meets road trip history! Scott and Jenn explore how "Night of the Living Dead" became a genre-defining moment, then take you on a historic travel guide to the real Pennsylvania locations where this groundbreaking 1968 zombie film was shot.

Discover the filmmaking secrets, societal reflections, and how you can visit these iconic landmarks on your next history road trip.

🎥 Video from Evans City Cemetery

💀 Google Map to Evans City Cemetery

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Who was the real Memphis Belle? How did she inspire Americans during WWII?

Join Scott and Jenn on Talk With History as they take you behind the scenes of the Memphis Belle, the legendary B-17 Flying Fortress that inspired a nation during World War II. Discover the historic travel route to see the actual aircraft, the untold stories behind its name and crew, and how to build your own WWII heritage road trip through Memphis and beyond.

Perfect for history lovers and road trippers seeking authentic wartime landmarks.

🎥 Memphis Locations of the Memphis Belle

📍 Memphis Belle locations in Memphis

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No...he's not buried in Virginia, but you know who is?

Join Scott and Jenn as they uncover the haunting final days of John Wilkes Booth, from his dramatic capture to death on April 26, 1865. This historic travel episode begins at Oak Grove Cemetery in Virginia, where we trace Booth's escape route, recounting firsthand witness accounts—perfect for your next Civil War road trip.

Discover hidden Civil War landmarks, the grave of this witness to history, and learn how to visit the actual locations where American history unfolded.

📍 Oak Grove Cemetery

🎥 Video from Oak Grove Cemetery

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What is it like to fly in these WWII aircraft? (jenn can tell you)

Where can YOU fly in one?

Join Scott and Jenn as they explore the B-25 Mitchell bomber—the workhorse of the Doolittle Raid. Discover where to visit these iconic WWII aircraft, what the April 1942 mission reveals about American courage, and how to build a WWII road trip around some of aviation's most historic sites.

A must-listen for history travelers and military enthusiasts planning their next adventure.

📍 Camarillo airport

🎥 Video tour of the B-25

✈️ Commemorative Air Force

💃🏼 PinUps for Vets Calendars

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Why was Vicksburg so important for the Civil War?

Join Scott and Jenn as they explore Vicksburg—the pivotal Civil War battlefield that split the Confederacy in two. Discover strategic ironclad ships, essential monuments, and insider tips for your historic road trip to this Mississippi River landmark.

Learn why this siege was the war's turning point and how to plan your visit like a pro.

🎥 Video from the Battlefield

🎙️ Historic Vicksburg: Beyond the Battlefield

🎥 City of Vicksburg historic sites to see

📍Locations around the city

00:00 Vicksburg battlefield

01:32 Overview of Vicksburg's Historical Significance

04:03 The Siege of Vicksburg: Key Events and Strategies

09:43 Exploring the Vicksburg Battlefield

17:14 The USS Cairo and Other Notable Monuments

24:54 Jefferson Davis Statue

26:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Vicksburg, Mississippi holds more than battlefield history.

Hosts Scott and Jenn explore the town's founding as a booming river port, its role in Civil War siege warfare, and its unexpected cultural landmarks—including where Coca-Cola was first bottled.

Discover the historic travel stops and local narratives that make Vicksburg a must-see for road trippers beyond the traditional military sites. Perfect for family road trips through the Deep South.

🎥 Traveling to Vicksburg video

🎥 Inside the Civil War Confederate White House

🎥 Jefferson Davis prison cell

📍 Historic Vicksburg Map Locations

00:00 The Vision of Newt Vick: Founding of Vicksburg

01:36 Introduction to Talk with History Podcast

01:54 Listener Shoutouts and Podcast Growth

02:23 Exploring Vicksburg: Beyond the Battlefield

03:18 Discovering Downtown Vicksburg

05:03 Historical Murals and Teddy Roosevelt's Bear Hunt

07:42 The Sultana Disaster: A Forgotten Tragedy

10:30 Jefferson Davis and His Vicksburg Connection

14:16 Haunted Vicksburg: The McRaven House

16:56 Coca-Cola's Bottling History in Vicksburg

19:09 Additional Attractions and Final Thoughts

21:31 Conclusion: Vicksburg's Rich Historical Tapestry

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How do you find these famous American's in Paris?

Join Scott and Jenn for a historic travel guide to Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris—where Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, and countless cultural legends rest.

Explore the hidden history behind these iconic figures, share personal pilgrimage stories, and discover why cemetery tourism is the ultimate road trip for history lovers.

Perfect for planning your next European heritage journey.

🎥 Famous Graves in Paris

📍Pere Lachaise Cemetery

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00:00 Introduction

00:17 Membership Announcement

01:18 Introducing 'History After Dark'

03:11 Exploring Père Lachaise Cemetery

05:12 Jim Morrison's Grave

14:20 Oscar Wilde's Grave

20:03 Olivia de Havilland's Grave

25:42 Edith Piaf's Grave

31:28 Final Thoughts

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Is this battlefield on par with Gettysburg?

Shiloh Battlefield road trip guide: Scott and Jenn visit Tennessee's most pivotal Civil War site and uncover the shocking true cost of April 6-7, 1862. Learn where Union troops were caught off guard, how to navigate the 4,000-acre battlefield today, and what Shiloh reveals about early war strategy.

Essential historic travel planning for Civil War buffs and road trippers heading south.

🎥 Victory at Shiloh (from the battlefield)

📍Shiloh National Military Park

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Gettysburg is America's most famous battlefield—but what stories do road trippers actually miss?

In this experimental episode, host Scott explores the Battle of Gettysburg's overlooked narratives and what you'll find when you visit. Discover insider history and historic travel tips that transform a standard battlefield tour into a meaningful journey through one of the Civil War's defining moments.

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Why is LaFayette buried next to a mass grave?

Join us as we uncover the surprising story of the Marquis de Lafayette's burial in Paris—a hidden history that reveals why this American Revolution hero ended up in an unexpected grave. Discover what his final resting place tells us about liberty, legacy, and the French Revolution, and learn how to visit this compelling historic landmark on your next Paris road trip.

A fascinating deep-dive into the personal stakes behind the grand narrative.

🎙️Reviewing Napoleon with a World-Famous Napoleon Reenactor

🎥 Video from Lafayette's gravesite

📸 Mark Schneider Instagram

📍 Picpus Cemetery, France

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