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Waters, Shallow and Deep, A Potomac River Tale
Crossing over on the ferry, Jim opened the car door, walked over to the edge of the boat and scanned…
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Introduction to a Book Which Was Never Written
I live in Leesburg, Virginia and my co-author, Jon lives in Poolesville, MD. Between these two towns flows the mighty…
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From the Tiny Acorn, Grows the Mighty Oak
May 27, 2024 Finding myself in Davis, West Virginia last week, a beautiful place, indeed, I realized that I was…
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What the Heck is That?
My friend Bob sent me an email recently which said he had found something very special and I should drop…
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What’s In A Name?
One of the side effects of historical research over a period of years is that minor characters in history keep…
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Quartzite Structures: Natural and Manmade
In Montgomery County, Maryland, just across the river from my hometown of Leesburg, Virginia, there are two massive structures both…
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The Potomac Company and the Great Falls Canal
Last Saturday (1/13/2024) was a perfect day for a brisk outdoor walk. The temperature was in the 40’s, and the…
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Preserving Potomac Marble Outcrops in Loudoun County
A representative from the VA Dept of Natural Resources contacted me regarding a proposal to purchase land near Lucketts, VA…
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The Colors of Potomac Marble
Stand on any street corner in Leesburg, VA and you stand on hundreds, if not thousands, of feet of Potomac…