Antietam: Confederate Slaughter in the West Woods
As the bloodiest day in American history unfolds northern troops slam into southern troops at the West Woods and suffer massive casualties.
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Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
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Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Jose Molina
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
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- Arizona
Hubbell Trading Post
Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site is significant as a meeting ground of two cultures, the Navajo and the settlers who came to the area to trade. In 1878, John Lorenzo Hubbell purchased this trading post, ten years after Navajos were allowed to return to the Ganado region from their U.S.-imposed exile, what the Navajo called the Long Walk. The Navajos were forced to walk from their lands in present-day Arizona and New Mexico to a prisoner of war camp at Bosque Redondo, New Mexico. During the nearly 300-mile journey, many Navajos died from starvation, exposure and disease. Those who survived the journey were imprisoned at Bosque Redondo for four years. The experience was so traumatic that it forever changed the Navajo people. Following their release from Bosque Redondo, the Navajos were allowed to return to their homeland. However, their way of life had been irrevocably changed. The Navajos had lost their herds of sheep and goats, and they were now reliant on trade for their survival. The trading post has been restored and is now a museum that houses a collection of Navajo artifacts. It is also a popular destination for hikers, as it is located near several hiking trails.
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- Illinois
Pullman NHP
The Pullman Historic District is a living monument to the country's industrial past. Located just south of Chicago, the district was built in the 1880s by George Pullman, founder of the Pullman Palace Car Company. Pullman designed the district as a model community for his workers, with wide streets, beautiful parks and comfortable homes. However, the district also played an important role in American labor history. In 1894, workers at the Pullman Palace Car Company went on strike to protest wage cuts and poor working conditions. The strike quickly grew into a national movement, as workers across the country refused to handle Pullman cars. The boycott eventually forced George Pullman to agree to the workers' demands, making the Pullman Strike one of the most significant labor protests in American history. Today, the Pullman Historic District is a powerful reminder of the country's industrial past.
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- Virginia
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park was created to protect several historically significant locations in the Shenandoah Valley of Northern Virginia, most notably the site of the Civil War Battle of Cedar Creek and the Belle Grove Plantation. The park also includes a number of other features of historical importance, such as the Belmont estate, which was used as a headquarters by both Generals Philip Sheridan and George Custer during the war. In total, there are over 3,700 acres within the park's authorized boundary. However, over half of this land is still privately owned. Much of the battle ground at Cedar Creek has been preserved as part of the park. The same is true for Belle Grove Plantation, which has been restored to its appearance during the Civil War era. Visitors to the park can explore a number of trails and driving tours that wind through these and other historically significant sites.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Nevada
Tule Springs Fossil Beds
Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument, located near Las Vegas, Nevada, protects an ancient ecosystem and a rich fossil record dating back 200,000 years. The site is renowned for fossils of Ice Age creatures like mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and prehistoric camels, offering valuable insights into Pleistocene life in the Mojave Desert. Established in 2014, the monument spans over 22,000 acres and allows visitors to explore the desert landscape, preserving scientific resources that deepen understanding of climate and ecological changes.
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- Washington
Mount St. Helens
Established in 1982 to designate 110,000 acres around the infamous volcano for research, recreation and education, the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument is an unforgettable adventure. Seasonal activities include hiking, fishing, camping and snow sports. If you want to make the trek to the summit of the volcano, though, make sure to get a permit in advance.
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- South Dakota
Jewel Cave
Jewel Cave is a journey into the past with a spectacular view. Once a mining claim filed by Frank and Albert Michaud in 1900, the brothers described the entrance as a hole that was too small for human entry. After subsequent enlargement with dynamite, they entered the cave with Charles Bush, a friend of the family, discovering crawlways and an interesting formation they called The Chimney. It wasn't until 1907 that actual mining of the cave began. Although no jewels or precious minerals were found, the mineral interesting calcite crystals were discovered. The beauty of the calcite found inside Jewel Cave led to it being declared a National Monument in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt. Today, Jewel Cave is open to the public for tours year-round, and it's definitely worth a visit!
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