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The Caroll A. Deering is known as the Outer Banks Ghost Ship...and of course, since we were there we had to talk about the history behind it!

🚕 Google Map to the Outer Banks, NC

🎥 Walk with History Video on the Caroll A Deering

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When Scott and Jenn discovered Sergeant William H. Carney's historic marker in Norfolk, they learned the story of the first Black Medal of Honor recipient.

This Civil War hero's journey—from enslaved person to military legend—offers a powerful reason to visit Norfolk's historic sites. Explore Carney's overlooked heritage and the East Coast road trip stops that honor Black military history with us.

🚕 Google Map to Historic Marker

🎥 Video from Norfolk

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Jenn visits Washington Crossing Historic Park outside Philadelphia for the first time, walking in the literal footsteps of our first president and the Continental Army's pivotal victory. Scott and Jenn explore the revolutionary war history, the role of Hessian mercenaries, and why this Pennsylvania landmark remains essential for any American history road trip.

Discover what it felt like to stand in one of history's most decisive moments.

🚕 Google Map to Washington Crossing

🎥 Washington Crossing the Delaware

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Walk through Revolutionary War history at Yorktown Battlefield—the historic site where America's fight for independence was won.

In this episode, Jenn explores the lesser-known stories and strategic brilliance behind the 1781 siege that changed everything. From the lead-up to the final moments, discover why Yorktown matters for every historic travel itinerary, and get insider tips for planning your Virginia battlefield road trip.

Plus, how Hamilton the musical connects to the real history on the ground.

🚕 Google Map to Yorktown Battlefield

🎥 Yorktown Battlefield Virtual Tour

Plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/york

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Colonial Williamsburg is a historian's dream—so Jenn's visited over a dozen times in 9 months living in Virginia.

In this episode, Scott and Jenn share insider historic travel tips, hidden history gems, and the practical route-planning secrets that separate first-time tourists from savvy road trippers.

Learn what the tour guides don't always mention, the best times to visit, and why this historic destination keeps drawing them back.

🚕 Google Map to best parking at Colonial Williamsburg

🎥 Tops Tips for your Colonial Williamsburg Tour

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Have you ever wondered how one of the first major cities in America was founded in 1638 and became one of the biggest East Coast tourist destinations?

Williamsburg isn't just a tourist destination—it's where American democracy was born.

On this historic road trip episode, Jenn breaks down the founding of Virginia's colonial capital, the Founding Fathers who shaped the nation from this very location, and what you absolutely need to know before you visit.

Discover insider histories, the best reenactments to catch, and why history lovers keep returning to this East Coast historic landmark.

🚕 Google Map to best parking at Colonial Williamsburg

🎥 Your Colonial Williamsburg First Family Visit

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The airship Roma and the Hindenburg have a very common and tragic history. America learned from the Roma crash and turned away from hydrogen-filled airships...and Hindenburg learned the same lesson 15 years later.

🚕 Google Map to Airship Roma historic marker

(right next to the Starbucks)

🎥 Airship Roma Disaster (video)

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Discover hidden history at the Washington DC Mall during cherry blossom season.

Scott and Jenn reveal little-known facts about the Lincoln Memorial and iconic monuments that most visitors miss. Learn insider travel tips for planning your historic DC road trip, plus an unexpected celebrity sighting caught on film—watch the full story in their companion video.

🚕 Google Map to Washington Mall

🎥 Washington Mall History and a Historian's Take

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Discover Fort Norfolk, one of George Washington's most overlooked military fortifications.

Join Scott and Jenn as they explore this hidden Virginia history gem, uncovering the real story behind why Washington ordered its construction in the 1790s—and why the buildings didn't appear until 1810. Plus, learn how this historic fort shaped naval operations for generations.

Your next Virginia road trip starts here.

🚕 Google map to Fort Norfolk

🎥 First Battle of Ironclads | On Location at Fort Norfolk

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Join us for a historic road trip to the real Flashdance locations in Pittsburgh's steel country.

Beyond the iconic 1980s film, we explore how this movie shaped an entire city's identity and created visitable landmarks. Scott and Jenn walk you through the filming sites, the era's cultural impact on feminism and women's independence, and why this Steeltown girl's favorite movie is now your next destination.

Discover the intersection of pop culture history and urban heritage travel.

🚕 Google Map to Duquesne Incline that Alex rides

🎥 Filming Locations of Flashdance

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