The Moment that changed my World and America's. As Tom Brokaw said in his book--"Boom", it was the real Beginning of the 60's. I entered the parking lot and looked to my left. There it was, the … [Read More...] about Dallas-November 22, 1963-A Reflective Visit.
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THE WITNESS CHAIR
Stories and reflections from a lifetime of watching America and the World Change.
I’m Bob Congdon. For more than seventy years, I’ve had a front-row seat to a changing America and a changing world. The Witness Chair is where I share the people, places, events, and everyday moments I experienced along the way — and what they looked like from where I was sitting.
Stories From a Life Lived Through History
Historic American Transportation Ghosts.
Cross Country Richmond to San Diego and Back: Days 8-9. We were crossing the Colorado River, on Arizona Rt.#72N when suddenly, like magic, it appeared: The Modern Day Iron Horse emblazoned with … [Read More...] about Historic American Transportation Ghosts.
Normandy, D-Day-June 6, 1944-“Operation Overlord”
Honoring the Flag at Omaha Beach. I had a pit in my stomach, chills running up my spine and goosebumps all over. Zeb and I were entering the hallowed ground of Omaha Beach, Normandy, France. My … [Read More...] about Normandy, D-Day-June 6, 1944-“Operation Overlord”
The Alaska Highway-Feel It!
The Alaska Highway When you hear the words: Alaska Highway---What do you envision? For some it is the ultimate vision of escaping from it all (whatever it all is): The heading out into the … [Read More...] about The Alaska Highway-Feel It!