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Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park

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Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park (Georgia, Tennessee)

In 1863, Union and Confederate forces fought for control of Chattanooga, the gateway to the deep south. The Confederate’s were victorious at nearby Chickamauga in September, but renewed fighting in Chattanooga in November gave Union troops final control. The 5,200 acre Chickamauga Battlefield, scene of the last major Confederate victory of the Civil War, contains numerous monuments, historical tablets, wayside exhibits, and trails. The 3,000 acre Lookout Mountain Battlefield contains monuments, historical markers, trails, and scenic vistas.

Amy recommends the Chickamauga Battlefield: “I’ve been to this place after dark and I can’t explain the rush I get when I go there. I feel like someone is watching me and a feeling of great despair comes over me. I absolutely love it!”

Heritage U.S.A.

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Heritage U.S.A. (Fort Hill, South Carolina)

Cathy writes to tell me of her travelogue to Jim and Tammy Fay Bakker’s doomed Heritage USA park: “See the park that Jimmy built. This is a work in progress, but I’ve posted about 50 of the 200 pictures. The park was basically an entire resort area (2200+ acres) built by James Bakker. When James ran in to some issues, the park was closed and with the exception of a few minor attempts, was basically frozen in time. Much more info to follow, but check this one out!! (Lots-N-Lots of pics!)”

Mexican War Streets

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Mexican War Streets (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)

Joe recommends this site: “If you’ll be in Pittsburgh around Halloween, there’s a guided tour of the Mexican War Streets that’s supposed to be really good. The town is known for it’s turn-of-the-century lore; Carnegie, Westinghouse, etc. Apparently, a lot of the well-to-do had some interesting stories, i.e. murder, suicide, affairs, and the like. The shame of it is is that it is a beautiful part of town, but the surrounding area has taken a turn for the worse. My ex-roommate’s sister & brother-in-law live there now. Do NOT travel there by yourself at night!!! There’s a park across the street that’s known for its rapes, murders, & drugs.”

 

Frick Museum

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Frick Museum (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)

Liz recommends this supposedly haunted old complex of museums and historical buildings located on over five acres of lawns and gardens in Pittsburgh’s residential East End. The Center is devoted to the interpretation of the life and times of industrialist and art collector Henry Clay Frick. Exhibitions of fine and decorative art are also presented at the Center.