Required fields are marked *. Oral history, proverbs, jokes, and popular beliefs were interwoven into music, dance, cultures, and sometimes even into history itself. South. See “Storing an RV”. Thanks for checking on it. Read more here…. Legends Of America’s Photo Travel Blog (2014 – Present), Legends Of America’s Travel Blog (2003-2014), Alaska Our cookies are delicious. On the night of October 8, 1871, the city of Chicago would see the beginnings of one of the largest disasters of the 19th Century that would leave at least 300 people dead, and destroy over 3 square miles of the city. Nevada Mississippi Most authorities agree that the first evidence of people inhabiting North America indicates that they migrated here from Eurasia over 13,000 years ago, most likely crossing along the Bering Land Bridge, which was in existence during the Ice Age. Even now, three years later, Read More ... Over the years, numerous places across the United States have become known for ghostly legends and lore. Your email address will not be published. Legends of America is comprised of just the two of us — Dave & Kathy, who have a love of history, travel, and a desire to share it with the world! Required fields are marked *. Explore all that is Native American here. This is an in-kind message from Legends of America, and not a paid political advertisement, for the Libertarian Party. Massachusetts Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. John Henry. Louisiana     Iolani Palace, Honolulu, Hawaii You do fine work.” – Joe, More Customer Feedback from Legends’ Photo Print Shop. From the beginning of time, people have told stories —  regaling their friends and families with tales of adventure, hard times, interesting people, frightening experiences and everyday life. Jolly Cholly’s Funland in North Attleboro, Massachusetts once had traffic backed up for miles. And now, when you order 3 or more of ANY teas, same or mix and match, you automatically save 10%! Idaho Hawaii (coming) Rhode Island Hope to see something about my hometown of Hooker, Oklahoma sometime. You’ll find, with just an email, phone call, or order, that our customer service is Over the Top!! Virginia In these stories, much like earlier European, Greek, and Roman tales, the accounts can often be only be guessed at, as to whether they are fact or fiction, but they continue to make the rounds of new generations.     Queen Liliuokalani – Last Royal Ruler of Hawaii Arkansas I use to be like many of you. We use cookies. Legends of America's General Store features Old West, Native American, and Route 66 merchandise, including books, postcards, posters and more. Required fields are marked *. Read more…. Indiana I was a true skeptic. Nebraska If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. The Proprietary Colonies By Steven LaChance, 2004 Do you believe in ghosts? I wish I didn’t. His courage, steadfastness and faith, his deeds of daring, his physical prowess, his resourcefulness, his exploits as a hunter and explorer, his intellectual keenness, his personal charm, and his dominating patriotic motive make their irresistible appeal, and in the shaping of the ideals of American youth for generations to come his most important service is yet to be rendered.” Read about the incredible life of our 26th President ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt. Utah Shop Now. We take pride in our work and strive to provide our readers, advertisers, and customers with a continually updated site, great products, and superior customer service. Pennsylvania Colorado Born October 27, 1858,  “The career of Theodore Roosevelt has a lasting fascination for the young. Between 1,200 to 2,500 American’s lost their lives, and 1.2 million acres of land were burned in the Upper Midwest, in what is known as the Peshtigo Firestorm of 1871, the deadliest in United States recorded history. Thanks, Terry, Your email address will not be published. Maine We have several others who have contributed along the way and always welcome more. Supporting our love of history since 2003: “My print arrived on time and in perfect condition. Arizona Maryland In many of these old legends, told around the campfire or a roaring hearth, can be heard the approach of galloping horses, the whispers of phantoms in ghost towns, the far-off sounds of pistols blazing, and the sighing moans of the winds drifting through the ancient trees of hunting, mining, and cowboy camps. Oklahoma We have several others who have contributed along the way and always welcome more. What’s In a Name? California Alabama Death Valley, California Highway by Kathy Weiser-Alexander. 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Ohio Legends, Ghosts, Myths & Mysteries From the beginning of time, people have told stories — regaling their friends and families with tales of adventure, hard times, interesting people , … From Tribes and Heros to Myths and Medicine. Read about the Great Chicago Fire. In September 2020, Jo Jorgensen became the First Woman in U.S. History on All 50 State Ballots Twice. Alaska Alabama Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii (coming) Iolani Palace, Honolulu, Hawaii Queen Liliuokalani – Last Royal Ruler of Hawaii Idaho Order 5 or more postcards (vintage, new, our designs, or mix and match) and automatically get 20% off! Legends, Ghosts, Myths and Mysteries Main Page. Palace Amusements in Ashbury Park, New Jersey by John Margolies, 1978. Georgia With an entrepreneurial dream, we launched Legends of America in 2003. Shop Now. That was me until three years ago. It would be easier for me to sleep at night. 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New England Includes the American Revolution, the Civil War, and other American wars; Slavery, Early America, Patriotic, and Politics. What would become one of the area’s most popular amusement parks, got its start when Charles M. Nasif and his wife, Helen, opened a dairy bar at 171 East Washington Street in 1954. Your email address will not be published. Castillo San Marcos Outer Wall by Kathy Weiser-Alexander. Made in the U.S.A. – We carry a great selection of Herbal Teas from Nuwati Herbals right here in Missouri. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Illinois Montana New York South Dakota A true disbeliever. Made in the U.S.A. – Legends of America’s original designed postcards of Route 66, various states, cities & places; the Old West, Native Americans, and More, utilize our own restored images, photographs taken during our travels, vintage designs, and original art. 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