Travel in Time with Dan: Fictional Interview with Barzillai Delano, Keeper of Head Light Lighthouse (1796–1820) Dan: Hello everyone! Today, I’m in Portland, Maine, at the iconic Head Light Lighthouse. I’m thrilled to “sit down” with Barzillai Delano, who kept this lighthouse running from 1796 to 1820. Welcome, Mr. Delano. Barzillai Delano: Thank you, Dan. […]
Travel in Time with Dan: Fictional Interview with King Philip (Metacomet) on the Great Swamp Massacre, R.I. Dan: Hello, everyone! Today, I’m here at the Great Swamp Massacre Monument in Rhode Island, and I have the incredible opportunity to “sit down” with King Philip, also known as Metacomet. Thank you for joining me, King Philip.
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A Conversation with Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis at Grand Central Terminal, NY Dan Blanchard (DB): Mrs. Kennedy, it’s an honor to have you here at Grand Central Terminal. For so many people, this is just a busy transit hub, but I know you saw it as much more. What was it like for you to step
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A Walk Through Time: A Conversation with Samuel de Champlain in Quebec City Dan Blanchard (DB): Bonjour, Monsieur de Champlain! Quebec City is one of the most unique cities in North America, surrounded by fortified walls. From your perspective as its founder, what makes it stand out? Samuel de Champlain (SC): Bonjour, Dan! When I
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Exploring Newport’s Secret Tunnels: A Conversation with Jay Gatsby Dan Blanchard (DB): Welcome to Newport, Rhode Island! Today we’re diving into the mysterious tunnels beneath the city. Gatsby, you’ve hosted some legendary parties—but what do you think makes Newport’s underground world so fascinating? Jay Gatsby (JG): Ah, Dan, the tunnels are much like the hidden
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A Conversation with Edison and Ford at the Winter Estates Fort Myers, FL Dan Blanchard (DB): Thomas, Henry — thank you for letting me visit your winter estates here in Fort Myers. When people walk through these homes today, they see stunning architecture and lush gardens. But I imagine it’s more than that for you,
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A Conversation with the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk Dan Blanchard (DB): Wilbur, Orville — welcome back to Kitty Hawk. When people visit this memorial today, they see a towering stone and a field of sand dunes. What’s it like for you to stand here again, where it all began? Wilbur Wright (WW): It is
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A Conversation with Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold at Fort Ticonderoga Dan Blanchard (DB): Gentlemen, welcome to the present day and back to Fort Ticonderoga. In 1775, you two pulled off a bold move here, surprising the British garrison in the dead of night. Looking around now at this restored historic site, what’s it like
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A Conversation with Jefferson and Madison at Chimney Point Tavern, VT Dan Blanchard (DB): Gentlemen, welcome back to Chimney Point. The last time you were here, this was a bustling tavern. Today, it’s a museum preserving all that history. What’s it like seeing it in this new form? Thomas Jefferson (TJ): Remarkable, sir. In my
Journey to Maine’s Iconic Head Light Lighthouse: A Glimpse into History and Resilience Hey everyone, it’s Dan Blanchard here from “Travel in Time with Dan” show, and today we’re exploring the stunning coast of Portland, Maine. Situated at Cape Elizabeth in Fort Williams Park, we’re visiting one of the United States’ most famous landmarks:
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