Over thirteen generations and five centuries, thousands of people are born and named. The following are examples of the unusual names and naming patterns ...
More InfoThis map of General Washington’s Army at Valley Forge seems to be a contemporaneous record of Washington’s positions at this historic site. We do ...
More InfoMetLife and Goodyear blimps have been seen hovering over Newport sporting events and concerts for years. The use of manned rigid airships goes back ...
More InfoIn October 1887 the Newport Journal and Weekly News reported: “Mr. J. S. Sargent of London, who has become somewhat renowned as a portrait ...
More InfoIn recent weeks a 20th century garage at the bottom of Barney Street was demolished to make way for a new home. Any time ...
More InfoThese elements of a 19th century Uncle Sam costume have only a tangential Newport connection. But, in this patriotic town, with its deep roots ...
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