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Signs of Our Time

Have you ever stopped to read a historical marker as you traveled across the US? Perhaps you’ve wondered if there was more to the story. This podcast seeks to reveal the story behind the story from America"s roadside historical markers. We explore the facts and sometimes quirky and unusual background information making our heritage even more fascinating.Let me know if you have an unusual historical marker we can explore. americanhistoricalmarkers@gmail.com

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Episode 21 - Where The Southern Cross the Dog

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2025/11/11

Send us a text Mississippi is known for many things. Perhaps you have something original from Mississippi that is special to you. Many people enjoy blues music which has its roots in Mississippi. In this episode I look at an unusual titled historical marker that lends itself not only to the history of Mississippi, but also brings in the story of a man known as the "Father of the Blues." Come along with me and learn more about the rich history of our great nation. I invite y...

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Episode 20 - Father Thomas Frederick Price and the...

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2025/11/04

Send us a text We pass by many historical markers without realizing the piece of history commemorated on it. We might even read the marker but miss even more information. Such is the marker in Willmington, North Carolina dedicated to Father Thomas Frederick Price. It notes his efforts with the Maryknoll Priesthood. But to me, there's an even greater story behind the story. I share that in this episode. It is one that impacted me as a child and continues to ...

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Episode 19 - The Story of Old Walking Joe

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2025/10/28

Send us a text One of the loneliest sounds in the night is a lonesome train whistle. It can bring all kinds of images to mind. In this episode I share a fun and spooky story I wrote for my granddaughters. It’s the story of Old Walking Joe. Hop on board and enjoy the trip. I invite you to share this podcast with others. If you have interesting stories about historical markers you've discovered, or perhaps are in your area, please email me at: americanhisto...

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Episode 18 - The Tale of Paul Bunyan

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2025/10/21

Send us a text Most of us love a good story. And stories of adventure and larger than life characters are most favored. In this episode I share the folk tale of Paul Bunyan and his trusted Babe the blue ox. Paul and Babe are memorilized throughout America's midwest with parks, statues, tourist locations, and historical signs. I invite you to join me in the story behind the story of this great American folk tale. Reference: Disney Wiki History.com The Historical Marker Datab...

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Episode 17 - The First Concrete Mile

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2025/10/14

Send us a text When I was a child, we had city streets that were paved but once you left the city you probably found more dirt roads than paved roads. I also remember as a young boy that a lot of dirt roads would be coated with an oil substance to hold down the dust in the summer. I remember how we enjoyed walking on the newly coated road and making oily footprints. Our parents weren’t too happy about it. Now, although we continue to find dirt roads, even rural roads a...

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Episode 16 - The Little Fire Hydrant That Could

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2025/10/07

Send us a text Sometimes we overlook the simple things in our lives that protect us. In this episode I want to look at the story behind the story of one such common place fixture throughout the US and other countries throughout the world. It is a single solitary fire hydrant that saved the day during the raging fires following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Reference: FireRescue 1 (https://www.firerescue1.com) Historic Marker Database (https://www.hmdb.org) I invite you...

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Episode 15 - Drummer Boy William Horsfall

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2025/09/30

Send us a text The highest military award of our nation is the Congressional Medal of Honor. It is awarded for conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty. Those awarded the Medal of Honor are amazing as they put their life aside in efforts to save others. The Medal of Honor was originally created by President Abraham Lincoln. During the Civil War many were awarded the medal. In this episode I look at a drummer boy that was awarded the medal for savin...

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Episode 14 - The Rooster Bridge

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2025/09/23

Send us a text Many bridges throughout America have fascinating stories about them. Many have historical markers documenting something significant about the bridge. It might be the highest, longest, biggest, or most expensive. Or, something historic happened at the bridge. In this episode I look at the story behind the story of a bridge named after roosters. Yes, roosters. Please join me in learning about this fascinating story. Reference: Roo...

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Episode 13 - Derwent Farm ~ Former Home of Robert E. Lee

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2025/09/16

Send us a text To many, the period of the Civil War from 1861 to 1865 was among the most dangerous times for our nation. The effects of this tragic period in our history are still felt today. Following the civil war, many worked to heal our nation and reunify our people. Among those was Robert E. Lee, former General of the Northern Army of Virginia and official overseeing the surrender of the South. As southern troops returned home, many faced uncertainty as their way of li...

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Episode 12 - Abraham Lincoln ~ Famous President and...

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2025/09/09

Send us a text There are many ways to settle arguments and disagreements. If the situation is strong enough, some in the past would challenge the offender to a fight to the death known as a duel. Generally, duels were between men but there have been some recorded between women. It was considered cowardly to refuse a duel. And in so called, polite and gentlemanly society, to be labeled as a coward was worse than death. In this episode I will tell the story behind...

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Episode 11 - Smokey the Bear

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2025/09/02

Send us a text Most of us had favorite cartoon characters as a child, or perhaps a famous or legendary figure. One such famous figure is Smokey the Bear. Almost every child in America knows Smokey and his famous saying "Only you can prefent forrest fires." In this episode I explore a bit about the story behind the story of this iconic figure. His fame spans America's past and present and will likely continue into the future. So come join me as we learn about our friend Smoke...

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Episode 10 - Mr. Watson Come Here

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2025/08/26

Send us a text You probably know some of the history of telephones. It is quite remarkable how far we've advanced in telecommunications technology. There are several "firsts" in this field. Certainly the first phone call. But what about other firsts? In this episode I look at a few milestones related to telecommunications. I invite you to listen to the story behind the story as we go from a room to room call to the possibility of calls across the universe....

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Episode 9 - Historical Marker In My Pocket

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2025/08/19

Send us a text We often find heros of our nation on historical markers. Many are well known figures from our nation's past. But sometimes there are some who many may not know about. That's part of the value and excitement of a historical marker. In this episode I want to look at another kind of historical marker many may not know of. It’s one that can even be carried in your pocket. I invite you to listen to the story behind the story of a patriot and hero...

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Episode 8 - Exploring Pet Cemeteries

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2025/08/12

Send us a text Most of us have had some kind of pet. Maybe a dog, cat, horse, turtle, or even a fish. Back in 1975 some even had pet rocks. I also know a certain granddaughter of mine that has pet snakes and lizards. It truly is a situation of what one person likes, another may not. One thing all pet owners deal with is what to do with their beloved pet when it dies. To answer this question there have been numerous pet cemeteries throughout the United State...

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Episode 7 - Harold Bell Wright ~ Famous Author and...

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2025/08/05

Send us a text Unknown to many is the story of one of America’s leading authors from the 19th century. His name is Harold Bell Wright. I was introduced to this author’s work when I was a freshman in high school back in the 60’s. I was thrilled by a book he had written and that was read to us by our librarian as part of a class. I’ve since grown in my love for this wonderful book and hope you will too. I invite you to listen to the story behind the story of a grea...

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Episode 6 - Bradford Smith of Sewah Studios

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2025/07/29

Send us a text Sometimes when you look at a job you might wonder who does it. Well, someone has to do it. Jobs don’t just get done on their own. In this episode I answer the question about who makes all these historical markers and signs we see on our American highways and byways. I’m speaking with Bradford Smith, President of Sewah Studios located in Marietta, Ohio. Bradford gives us insights into the historical marker industry and their unique and fascin...

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Episode 5 - A Conversation with J.J. Prats of the...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text I’m taking a little bit of a departure from the normal content of this show. Usually we look at a historical marker to see the story behind the story. But this time I’m speaking with a new friend, J.J. Prats. J.F. is the chief editor and publisher of the Historical marker Database. He actually founded this resource in 2006. This database contains excellent information about the many historical markers and signs found throughout the United States. ...

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Episode 4 - The Great Alaskan Highway

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2025/07/15

Send us a text Perhaps you’ve dreamed to taking a long road trip to enjoy magnificent scenes and amazing experiences. On many people’s bucket lists of such a trip is the Great Alaskan Highway, also known as the Alcan Highway. This great highway, born in the midst of World War II offers breathtaking views of mountains, streams, lakes, and wildlife for which Canada and Alaska are known for. I invite you to listen as we explore some of the history of this great highway, yet ano...

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Episode 3 - Grancer the Dancer

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2025/07/08

Send us a text Have you ever loved doing something so much that you would like to do it forever? Well maybe that is exactly what happened in the story of Grancer the Dancer. This character from America's southern history was known for his joy of dancing and hosting parties attended by everyone in the community. I invite you to listen to this story and, if you are in the south Alabama area, stop in on a late Thursday evening by the local cemetery in Kinston and you migh...

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Episode 2 - The First 911 Call

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2025/07/01

Send us a text One of the most common elements in American society is the use of the emergency system known as 911. It seems this system is so wide-spread and commonly used that it has always been there. But like everything else, there was a start. In this episode I explore a bit about how the system came about and the first 911 call. You can find a lot of information about 911 on the internet with a simple search. Oh by the way, on September 11th, 2001, the day...

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