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This week we explore a little Civil War History and we are pleased to have a guest host on this episode. John Walsh of Fort Donelson Relics joins us as we talk to Ranger and Historian Jim Jobe at the Fort Donelson National Battlefield Park. It was great because you have 2 people that field questions all the time about the area, movements, people like Jack Henson and the campaign. The end of the year is approaching and tax time will soon be here. Don t forget us as you are picking your Charities this year. Every cent you give to Our History Project goes back into the shows and project we are involved in. Speaking of which, we are pleased to announce that we will be starting the next phase in Our History Project in earnest. We have been meeting with teachers at Eastlake Elementary School in McDonough, GA to start a curriculum based program that will enhance the State and National Standards. This development when completed will be available to all the schools nationwide. We will be developing not only resources that will be availed in the classroom but hands on activities as well. We will be sponsoring a story time once a week starting in January and as we move forward we will need volunteers nationwide as we expand this project. So if you are a part of an historic organization consider signing up your group to spread the word and the stories of our America. In closing don t forget or Monday Night shows at 10 pm eastern. More updates on Or History Project will be revealed as they happen. That show will remain a weekly broadcast. The Saturday and Wednesday show will be alternating on a two week basis so there will be 1 show each week.

We return this week with our In the Dirt with American Digger Segment, we had a good and productive break as we focus on the new year to come. There will be some changes coming as we expand into different areas. Rest assured that our programing will continue as we bring you the story of our America. We will be announcing the changes soon. Our next schedduled broadcast wil be Dec 5th. John Walsh takes over as he interviews Jim Jobe of Fort Donelson National Battlefield. Jim is a local historian and Park Ranger and is full of knowledge on the area, town, battles and occupation there. Combine that with John Walsh who owns a relic shop there and we can get the answers to the questions that is asked al the time. Keep upto date witht the Relic Roundup each Monday night at 10PM est. Butch, Ian and myself are on hand to take your calls. 678-369-7943.

This week Butch and I tackle an article which appeared in the Providence Journal “Dig uncovers significant historical site in Narragansett” by Randal Edger that was published on 10-18-09. We take a look at this case between Churchill and Banks and the State of Rhode Island. Listen, give some feedback - and you be the Judge. Both OHP and American Digger would love to have some comments on this show. It is a subject that affects us all, in one way or another.

Folks today we head to the Spooky Side of History. We go in search of the Southern myth and legend of the “Bell Witch” with Author and Historian Pat Fitzhugh. This is one of the most documented haunts in American History, and for good reason. It will not only send some chills down your spine but is also a fantastic story. We invite you to read more about Pat Fitzhugh on our Authors Corner or go over and explore his site and learn more about this haunting on his site www.bellwitch.org. Pat has written some great books on the story of The Bell Witch plus a brand new one “Ghostly Cries from Dixie”, which is sure to be a hit. He tells us one of the stories at the beginning of the show and I throw in a small teaser story at the end. What a way to spend the night! After listening to our show head over to www.spookysouthcoast.com where my good friends will be telling ghost stories from 10PM-Midnight and you can listen live. So, listen to the Story of the Bell Witch, go grab the candy and sit back and listen to more stories Tim Weisberg, Matt Moniz and Matt Costa while getting ready for bed. Happy Halloween! Our History Project

Sorry I could not resist the title and today we are joined by Ron Daise. A Gullah Historian to talk about the Gullah Language, Culture and Heritage. I really had a good time with Mr. Ron and I know you will to. We talk about a wide range of topics including the Slave Trade to Traditions to Wives Tales and so much more. We could not possibly cover all that we wanted in the one hour that we had, though we did try. For that reason I have provided you with some links to discover more. Biography for Ron N.P.S. site for the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Brookgreen Gardens  If you missed our Wednesday show of In the Dirt with American Digger the title was Finding the Cache. We explored the finds that made the day and in some cases the news. You can find the show on Our History Project website. Don t forget every Monday Night at 10PM est. you can now call in and talk to Me, Butch and Ian about hunting, history, preserving or anything you would like, its open topic. (678-369-7943) or Skype to wesley.c.anderson.

This was the first scheduled live braodcast and it was a sucess. Thanks to all those you called in and listened. OHP Relic Round Up is hosted by Craig Anderson (OHP), Butch Holcimbe (American Digger Magazine) and Ian Conway of (The Research and Recovery Show). Join us each Monday night at 10PM est. for Relic Radio, we talk about it all. It is open mic so any question is fair game. Call in Number is 678-369-7943 or skype to wesley.c.anderson

Today on Our History Project our guest will be Henry Kurtz, who is the grandson of the late Historian Wilbur Kurtz. We discuss his book The Runaway Train which is about Andrews Raid or the commonly referred to name Great Locomotive Chase. However you say it, it is a great story in our history. What makes this book unique in its own rights is that Wilbur Kurtz married into the Fuller Family. Captain Fuller was a part of this chase and historic event. Being the Historian that Wilbur Kurtz was, all the details and accounts was gotten firsthand and these stories have been passed down through the family. Through Wilbur’s interviews, notes, manuscripts, writings and research Henry Kurtz has put it all in one novel and this is as close to hearing the story firsthand as you can get.     Join Us Monday Night for our First Offical Live Show! Call in s welcome: 678-369-7943 or skype wesley.c.anderson.  

Welcome to Our History Project Today we explore the Men and the Medals. Acts of Heroism and Courage on the Battlefield. We talk to Butch with American Digger Magazine to see if any of these awards have been found and just because its October we throw in some Halloween Tales from the news. Share our Show We continue to grow but we still need your help. Do you know of a history lover? Tell them about us. We need new people on our site and in our forums. The more we have the more funds we can raise to continue the show. Do you know a History Teacher? Send them our link. We are working hard on a Curriculum to meet State and National Requirements to help you in the classroom. Do you know of a Museum who would like to be featured? Send them to us. The great thing about this project is that we can cover the country and share your local flavor with the world. Tell us about it. This is our history and we want you to share it with us. Tell us what s going on, the topics you want to hear or the people you would like us to talk to.   Live Call In Show and Chat Starting on Monday, October 19 at 10PM we will be hosting a live call in show. This is a new technology that was been provided by 1000Mikes and it will bring another element to Our History Project and we want you to be a part of it. From a landline you can call 678-369-7943 or anywhere in the world by Skype to wesly.c.anderson. We will also be in the chat room at The World Metal Detector Community Community its free and a lot of fun. This is brand new for Butch and I so we will be flying by the seat of our pants. We ll get through it and is guaranteed to be a lot of fun. New Items In A very big thank you goes out to Gary Williams and The Hanover Brass Foundry for donating a collection of Reproduction Civil War Belt Buckles. They are the beautiful and I will have them up on the website this week. Christmas is coming so get yours while they last. Best quality anywhere, and through us it is tax deductable too.

This is Show #1 and actually it was a test show and it went great. Thank you to all those who called in to make it such a good event and we look forward to more shows as we add yet another deminsion to the project. Tell all your friends and be there yourself as next Monday 10-19-09 starts the real season of OHP Live. Live calls and chat. Hosted by Craig Anderson (Our History Project), Butch Holcombe (American Digger Magazine) and Ian Conway (Research & Recovery Show). The number for the show is 678-369-7943 and by skype: wesley.c.anderson. The show can be heard at http://www.1000mikes.com, and the chat room as well as a live feed can be found at World Metal Detector Community site: http://detectorcommunity.ning.com/. this coming week it will also be hosted on http://www.ourhistoryproject.com. A better quailty audio will be archieved on our main site.

An Invitation For You Welcome to Our History ProjectI want to invite you to the Canonball House Museum in Macon, GA. It is a stop along the trail that you will not forget because it has something for everyone. From the little kids to the big kids they have a piece of history and a love of sharing that will not only embrace you but also immerse you in history. The unique experience in talking to Dorene Buchanan is that she could talk as much about the rest of Historical Macon as she did about the Canonball House, and they want you to explore it all. The Canonball House is right off I-75 and I-16 in Macon, GA, so the next time you are driving through pull off, stretch your legs and explore some History with them. If your local, what better way to spend the day. They would love to have ya.   Let us know If you would like your Museum or Historic Site featured let us know. We love doing these and we learn so much about our communities around the country. We do have a growing list now that we are working through by request so get yours in now. Live Call In Show and Chat Starting on Monday, October 19 at 10PM we will be hosting a live call in show. This is a new technology that was been provided by 1000Mikes and it will bring another element to Our History Project and we want you to be a part of it. From a landline you can call 678-369-7943 or anywhere in the world by Skype to wesly.c.anderson. We will also be in the chat room at The World Detector Community its free and a lot of fun. This is brand new for Butch and I so we will be flying by the seat of our pants. We ll get through it and is guaranteed to be a lot of fun. New Items In A very big thank you goes out to Gary Williams and The Hanover Brass Foundry for donating a collection of Reproduction Civil War Belt Buckles. They are the beautiful and I will have them up on the website next week. Christmas is coming so get yours while they last. Best quality anywhere, and through us it is tax deductable too.

The story starts: A German Officer get up from bed on the morning of June the 6th 1944 and looks out of his observation post. What he sees is an ocean filled with ships, men, aircraft and he has a feeling of dread. The question we try and answer today is Where did all this come from? We explore what America did pre-war to bring about all that was seen that faithful morning. The planning, the companies, the material, the training and the foresight to bring it all together. Bestselling Author Eric Hammel joins us again today to give insight on what this meant not only for our Troops but on the Home Front as well. To learn more about Eric Hammel and his books visit his Bio page here or visit his site Eric Hammel Books. Eric is a regular here so we have a lot of information on him, he has over 30 books to his credit with more on the way. We want to thank Mr. Eric for always being there. 　

Espionage and Undercover Today Butch and I take a look at the under workings of spies from the Civil War to World War II. It was not the subject planned but it took on a life of its own and we just went with it. Also find out if you have a very rare collector’s item. Find out how Parker Brothers help win WW II. Find out about Charleston’s Love-In during the 1700’s and a bunch more. History and fun is the subject for today! We are also working on a way to have live callers for a special once or twice a month show with Butch and me . Let us know if this is something you would be interested in. - Would you call? Don’t forget you can order your copy of the shows in higher quality than available on the web. And, by recent request we can also offer the interview section of the show only (without Cassie and I), we aim to please. This Saturday we have guest Eric Hammel.

We are joined by Captain Dale Dye (USMC Ret.). If you do not recognize the name I’m sure you will know the movies – Saving Private Ryan, Platoon, Band of Brothers are just to name a few. Dale Dye is an actor, director, advisor and so much more. We credit him with bringing the real story to Hollywood and putting the realism into the movies we see. Capt. Dye is the real deal – 3 Purple Hearts, Bronze Star and several other medals of distinction.  If anyone knows what it should be, he is one that can tell you from firsthand experience.

Wow, it’s great to be back….and rested. This week Butch and I explore just a little bit of what could happen if professional and amateur archeologists and amateur metal detectorist were working together. How much we could accomplish together and what impact would it have on our history and research? I do want to say now that this is happening more and more, especially in the southeast and both sides are seeing the benefits.