Emma Gatewood’s Walk in the WoodsEmma Gatewood’s Walk in the Woods
In 1955, at the age of 67, Emma Gatewood became the first woman to solo thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, from Springer Mountain in Georgia to the top of Mt. Katahdin
Category: Personalities
John Sevier of TennesseeJohn Sevier of Tennessee
On September 23, 1745 John Sevier was born near the town of New Market, Virginia, the oldest of seven children born to Valentine and Joanna Sevier. Valentine Sevier owned a
September 26, 1820: Daniel Boone Dies in MissouriSeptember 26, 1820: Daniel Boone Dies in Missouri
On September 26, 1820, Daniel Boone, one of the most well-known figures of the Appalachian frontier, died at the age of 85 in Missouri. His life was part history and
The Kentucky Longhunter, Henry SkaggsThe Kentucky Longhunter, Henry Skaggs
In this episode, we tell the story of Henry Skaggs, one of the legendary Kentucky longhunters of the 18th century and his remarkable journey from his early days in Maryland
Appalachia’s Iron Lady: The Story of Nannie Kelly WrightAppalachia’s Iron Lady: The Story of Nannie Kelly Wright
Nannie Kelly Wright ran an iron furnace at a time when most women weren’t even allowed near one. Born in Kentucky, raised on the Ohio River, and later married into
The Lumber King of AppalachiaThe Lumber King of Appalachia
William McClellan Ritter didn’t just cut down trees, he built an empire. In this week’s episode, we tell his story, from Pennsylvania farm boy to head of one of the
The Story of Isaac Cline, Appalachia’s Weather ManThe Story of Isaac Cline, Appalachia’s Weather Man
This week, Steve and Rod bring you the remarkable story of Isaac Cline, a Tennessee-born son of Appalachia who rose to become one of America’s most respected meteorologists. From his
Appalachian Defiance: Ollie Combs’ Fight For Her HomeAppalachian Defiance: Ollie Combs’ Fight For Her Home
On today’s YouTube video we share the inspiring story of Ollie Combs, a formidable Appalachian woman who stood her ground against a powerful coal company in Knott County, Kentucky. Born
The Outlaw Kinnie Wagner Meets His Maker: March 9, 1958The Outlaw Kinnie Wagner Meets His Maker: March 9, 1958
On this day, March 9, 1958, one of the most notorious outlaws of the early 20th century, Kinnie Wagner, died in Parchman Prison at the age of 55. His life