This week at In The Past Lane, the podcast about history and why it matters, we look at the fascinating history of the Ten Commandments in the U.S. You might think that a history of the Ten Commandments would be situated in Israel, but it turns out that it’s a very American story. In fact, over the … [Read more...]
Episode 033 The Ten Commandments in US History: The Making of an American Icon
Intriguing Historical Artifacts – The Ice Plow
What the heck is an ice plow? In the 19th century it was a key piece of equipment in the booming business of ice harvesting. Before the invention of mechanical refrigeration and machine-made ice, Americans annually consumed millions of tons of ice harvested from ponds and lakes. The ice plow, … [Read more...]