Fort Ticonderoga: A Strategic Landmark Where History, Initiative, and Hard Work Collided Hey everyone, Dan Blanchard here, bringing you a historical journey from Fort Ticonderoga! This site isn’t just a historical landmark; it’s a place brimming with fascinating stories and crucial lessons for today. What’s in a Name? The Land Between Two Waters First, […]
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Silent Strength: Dan Blanchard Interviews John P. Holland at the Submarine Force MuseumSetting: A quiet corner of the Submarine Force Museum, next to a model of the USS Holland VI. The walls are lined with blueprints and old brass instruments. The USS Nautilus looms silently nearby through the viewing window. Dan Blanchard: Mr. Holland—first off,
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Dan’s Interview with Cass Gilbert – Vision in Stone and Sunlight Dan Blanchard: Mr. Gilbert, it’s an absolute honor to speak with you today. Your work has shaped some of America’s most iconic spaces—from the U.S. Supreme Court to the Woolworth Building. But today, I want to talk about something closer to my home:
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The Two Governors: A Conversation with Sam Huntington and… Sam Huntington Location: Connecticut State Capitol RotundaHost: Dan Blanchard, Travel in Time [Opening Scene: Dan stands between two antique chairs, each occupied by a figure dressed in late 1700s attire—one white, one Black. Both are named Sam Huntington.] Dan:Welcome back to Travel in Time. Today, we’re
Travel in Time Interview – Chapter 7: “Visionaries Build What Others Can’t Yet See”Location: Gillette Castle, East Haddam, CTGuests: Dan Blanchard & William Gillette Dan Blanchard:Good afternoon, Mr. Gillette. What a surreal experience it is to be here, sitting inside this fantastical castle of yours! Before we dive in, can I ask—why a castle, and
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Interview Title: “Ambition, Betrayal, and Legacy: A Conversation with Benedict Arnold”From the “Travel in Time” Series with Dan Blanchard Dan Blanchard (DB):Hello everyone, I’m Dan Blanchard, and welcome back to Travel in Time, where local history inspires lifelong leadership. Today’s guest… well, he’s a controversial one. Born right here in Norwich, Connecticut, once hailed as
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🎤 Travel in Time: Dan Blanchard Interviews Elihu YaleLocation: Yale University, New Haven, CT – Year: Timeless* Dan Blanchard:Mr. Elihu Yale! What an honor to travel through time and sit with you on the campus that proudly bears your name. You’ve left quite the legacy here. How does it feel to see this university thrive
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Dan Blanchard Interviews Mark Twain at Nook Farm Location: The porch of Twain’s Hartford mansion, a summer breeze rustling the leaves as history stirs to life… Dan Blanchard (DB): Mr. Clemens, thank you so much for taking the time to talk with me today. Standing here in Nook Farm, I can almost feel the echoes
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Dan’s Interview with Nathan Hale📍 Location: Nathan Hale Homestead, Coventry, Connecticut Dan Blanchard:Nathan, thank you for joining us—even if it’s from the other side of history. Your homestead is beautiful and solemn. Standing here today, one can almost feel your presence. Let’s jump right in. You were only 21 when you volunteered for a dangerous
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The Heartbeat of the Revolution: A Sit-Down with Governor Jonathan Trumbull Historical Guest: Governor Jonathan TrumbullThe only Colonial Governor to side with George Washington—and a leader who transformed Lebanon Green into a launchpad for liberty. ✍️ Blog Post Interview Intro by Dan:Welcome back to another powerful stop on our Travel in Time journey. Today, I
