Virginia’s Code Duello
The "Code Duello" is the historic term for the "gentlemanly" act of dueling. This historic practice permeated societies around the globe for centuries.
The Starving Time in Jamestown
Smith was not the only one to suffer after he left Virginia. Jamestown became a veritable ghost town.
Killer Politics
November 3 of 1903, was Election Day in Scott County, Virginia. The battle started before the polls even opened.
Cherry Coal Mine Disaster
Cherry, Illinois 259 Dead from Fire November 13, 1909 The Cherry Coal Mine Disaster is also known as the "Great Cherry Coal Mine Disaster."
Centralia’s Silent Hill
Centralia, Pennsylvania is the favorite mining town here at the House. Not only does it have a constant fire burning beneath its surface, it
Accidents and Events 1867-1930
This is a list of notable accidents and events that occurred in the Tri-Cities region: In March of 1867, Rev.
That’s a Flinch
Alexander Wright was a locomotive fireman in Bristol, Virginia. Wright loved practical jokes, until one joke went horribly wrong.