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A Brief History of Vermont's Granite Industry
Photo above is courtesy of Mrosen99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsVermont's granite industry has left an indelible mark on the state's history and economy. From its humble beginnings in the early 19th century to […]
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History of the Colchester Reef Lighthouse
The Colchester Reef Lighthouse stands as a testament to Vermont's maritime history, its story spanning over a century of service on Lake Champlain. Built in the early 1870s, this octagonal beacon once guided ships through […]
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Rogers' Rangers: Shaping Military Strategy in Pre-Revolutionary America
Rogers' Rangers have left an indelible mark on military history, pioneering unconventional warfare tactics that continue to influence modern special operations. Formed during the tumultuous French and Indian War, this elite unit of woodsmen and […]
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The Birth and Death of Vermont's Popular Derby-Port Drive-In Theatre
by Scott Wheeler/Publisher VT’s Northland Journal In February 1950, the Derby Road was still largely farm fields when a group of men began working in a snow covered field along the Derby Road about a […]
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The Fascinating History of the Walloomsac Inn in Bennington
The Walloomsac Inn‘s story is a tapestry of American history, woven with threads of revolution, political intrigue, and literary inspiration. Since its humble beginnings in 1764, this Vermont landmark has witnessed the birth of a […]
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