The Story of Industrial America (1850’s-1950’s)
On D-Day, Private James Miller’s parachute saved his life, but its journey began in a small Maryland mill. Discover the untold stories of the workers behind his miraculous descent.
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Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Discover the forgotten story of Lodner Darvont Phillips, a Detroit shoemaker whose 1850s dreams of underwater invention sparked hope, heartache, and quiet courage, reminding us that the seeds of progress are often sown in obscurity. Step into a world where one man’s persistence shapes the future beneath the river’s surface and inspires anyone who’s ever dared to dream when no one was watching.
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Discover the enchanting tale of Greenville's Coal Chute Christmas Eve Mystery. Join Officer Frank O'Malley as he uncovers the magical secret behind a city's industrial landmark, where elves gather coal and leave a heartwarming lesson about the true spirit of the holiday season
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
Imagine a young soldier's prayer of gratitude on D-Day, thanking unknown workers for his life-saving parachute. Years later, he stumbles upon the very mill where it was made. This poignant tale weaves together the heroic efforts of American workers and soldiers during World War II, centered around the Lonaconing Silk Mill in Maryland. From wartime production to a chance encounter two decades later, it's a story of connection, sacrifice, and the invisible threads that bind us all in times of conflict