Comments by "Mike Nixon" (@mikenixon2401) on "The History Guy: History Deserves to Be Remembered" channel.

  1. There is almost an element of humor in this story. The sub captain claiming that island popped up out of nowhere. Kind of like a poor driver saying that car came out of nowhere when I ran that red light. Another fine report. Thank you.
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  2. We thought 1968 was wild. Regarding 2024 we ain't see nothing yet.
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  3. I think it a shame that almost every car today, regardless of make and model and size, all look basically the same. I remember when you could tell one car from another half-a-mile away. I've believe uniformity began with the X-car. I'm interested to know what those old enough to know what I am talking about think. Thank you, fine report.
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  4. For me, and perhaps you, as a child the best part of a cross country road trip was discovering the cultures, foods, radio music and differing people in various regions of the United States. Once major chain stores and restaurants lined Interstate highways, a delightful difference was lost to the history we were fortunate to have enjoyed.
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  5. I don't know why I am always amazed at the arrogance of modern society when it comes to think how much further advanced we are than people of the past. We just have more tools. For better or worse, what was accomplished then is worth remembering.
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  6. Great piece, Lance. As I've often said, I always appreciate the story behind the story (re. Paul Harvey "The Rest of the Story"). Thank you for carrying on that tradition.
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  7. During my ancestral research, I learned I had a several times great grandfather who was an emissary (of some degree) in North Carolina for the King of Great Britain. His local friends at some point convinced him that independence from the Crown was a good idea. So, as the story goes, my ancestor used his influence to order weapons and ammunition to "control" these rebellious colonists. In reality he was handing over supplies to the colonists. Occasionally, he ordered more "out of desperation" for his gun running operation. I have no idea how long this may have lasted. Somehow he was never caught or prosecuted by British authorities. I just thought you may enjoy that small piece of our fantastic American history.
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  8. I always enjoy hearing what happened between well known events. Thank you for focusing on what would otherwise be forgotten.
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  9. It bothers me how so much takes place around the world, yet the U.S. legacy media focus battles only one or two political subjects. I confess appreciation for the Internet so I know what takes place around the globe. I thank you, Lance, for reminding us to remember there is more than our little part of the world -- yet it impacts us.
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  10. It is amazing what we learn from you, and in an entertaining manner. Thank you.
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  11. I remember hearing old men claim how they came face-to-face with Billy the Kid, or others. Eventually I got old enough to realize they were in an entirely different part of the country per the time of claims. It was easier too get away with tall tale back then. For 8-to-10-year-old boys it sparked imaginations and interest in history.
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  12. This reminded me of a time I received an invitation to try out the Missouri Athletic Club in St. Louis. I still have no idea how that happened. So, I took advantage of my free visits but noted the other men there. Lunch was fantastic and all I had to do was sign the second free meal receipt. A week later I received a nice thank you mailer that then listed the costs of membership. Uh, no I really didn't fit in with the upper crust. Going to my neighborhood gym was more fitting for me. After your good report I wonder if I got out in time.
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  13. Wow, and I had wondered a few days ago how many veterans of WWII, not to consider active duty military into the 21st century, (my parents generation) remain. Thank you for this honorable lesson.
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  14. Thank you for introducing us to new material of historic locations. I would be hard pressed to identify people of the 21st century able to establish such a community.
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  15. You made me think of one day my granddaughter asked a question for her history lesson. History?! I was there. That's not history. Ha, Ha, Ha. Actually it was and she had an edge for her class. Thanks for being a historic figure with so many of us. Have a blessed weekend.
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  16. Very good report. I have a rare brain disease that has with it Parkinsonian symptoms. For what it's worth -- hopefully to help another of your fans -- I find a simple rocking chair theraputic. I also use compression sleaves on my legs. Sometimes the old treatments are as good or better than taking a pill (which I do ) to cover symptoms.
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  17. I remember touring the USS Texas as a kid after it was decommissioned. Now, as an older seasoned citizen I'd love to tour it again -- though I think it is currently dry docked -- but would not be able to take on stairs. Oh well, I'm realizing as a baby boomer who took my growing years for granted, what an amazing era we have lived.
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  18. Personal note: Isn't it amazing to think of things our grandparents, parents, we, and even our children saw in one century? Also you and I are fortunate to have been able to have adult conversations with three generations of people alive during the same century. Just some thoughts of appreciation by this aging boomer. Thank you for your fine reports.
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  19. Oh my, I remember when that started when I was a child in 1963. I remember people complaining about having to know and add those numbers. In fact, I can remember my mom writing "City" or "Local" when a letter was sent within the same municipality.
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  20. Whew, I'm not the only one.
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  21. I recall the joy of identifying makes and models of automobiles by appreance. Today most vehicles (high price to more affordable) all look the same. I honestly do not know why. I am fortunate to have lived during an era when people appreciated indivually.
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  22. I always appreciate your behind the scenes reports. They truly offer historc perspective and some-what understanding to contemporary attitdes (at least among those that remember history deserving to be remembered).
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  23. Agreed. Truman proved how rapidly on the job training can work even in the most difficult of circumstances.
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  24. Another great tale, Lance. Thank you for posting.
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  25. Great report, Lance. Yes, in the 19th century readers expected the fantastic as entertainment as was liberally used aside true local, state and national newspaper content of the time. For the most part journalistic integrity -- not immune to occasional yellow pages -- became important in the 20th century. Now, in the 21st century of high tech it is essential to utilize multiple proven reliable sources for news. At least guys like you and I are fortunate to know the Cahokia Mounds and that area was a location of one of the largest indigenous American cities north of the Rio Grande. At times I miss being around the historic treasures of the St. Louis region. Have a great weekend.
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  26. I always enjoy learning behind the scenes elements to historic events I well remember. Great presentation. Thank you.
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  27. I remember being so confused as a young child when it came to spelling. My teacher insisted on American English spelling. While my mother would "correct" me because she learned English spelling of English.
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  28. You are not alone.
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  29. Very good report. I like the idea of private patrotic contribution. I remember my parents telling me of how people on the homefront helped in fighting WWII. It is difficult to believe one could get people to do that today. I truly hope to be proved wrong.
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  30. It is interesting the respect enemies offered one another only a century ago ... and farther than an imaginable existence since.
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  31. I would much rather memories of history, and everyday lessons taught, that were presented in grade schools today rather than ... welll you know. I remember when I was in grade schools we acted out some lessons from history (good or bad). I believe his nont only instilled the lesson but made the experiences more realistic for us to apply the remainder of our lives. Another excllent report. Thank you.
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  32. Good explanation. I never thought of you as a jerk. I trust you have been vindicated.
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  33. Thanks Lance for another lesson of "How did that begin." Keep up the good work. One, two, three. One two, three. One, two, three. Hey, I finally won.
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  34.  @mathewkelly9968  you evidently missed the point I was offering. Based solely upon the History Guy enjoying hidden tidbits of multiple events I shared that story, simply as a matter of interest regarding the complexities of life in general. I realize it can be interpreted multiple ways, and would even say among my family lines there are those who would say he stood by personal conviction and took advantage of his opportunities for a just cause. Others might agree with you and your unfortunately ugly and personally insulting tone with use of the word "traitor." Congratulations from you are definitely not necessary. I doubt there is any family on earth that has a relative or distant ancestor in whom for one reason or another they can project or justify shame. Based on the first impression you offered with your remark in this public forum, I would not be surprised if some of your relatives consider their target of embarrassment as being you. You need not reply and make yourself appear even more repugnant. I refuse to argue over such things and ruin the enjoyment and information offered by the working owner of this channel.
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  35. As usual, another fine report. I always love learning history not recorded in textbooks or even works of professional academic historians. Lincoln was not the only President with unrealized quirks. You may be interested in looking into the inferiority complex and paranoia of Richard Nixon. He was a much better than one stupid decision.
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  36. Amazing lesson. Thank you.
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  37. I always find it interesting that we assume contempory medicine, enginerreing, etc are of the latest technology. It all had to come from someplace. Thank you for this significant reminder of the knowledge of past generations.
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  38. So many things we take for granted when it comes to transport. Even today. Thank you for another good report.
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  39. Oh my, I had forgotten, or just not thought of Webb in many years. Thank you for not only introducing us to important history, but also jogging the memories of those of us with fog pushing in on our brains. I appreciate your continued work. For what it's worth I wish I could offer financial help. Sadly I am unable to do so. Thanks for understanding.
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  40. A camel is a race horse designed by a committee. It is interesting how some people insist the more complicate anything is means it must be good.
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  41. Congratulations to you both @irishgirldutchpour (aka Michelle). May your marriage, like Darnice's and mine be one of ultimate blessings and continual love.
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  42. Thank you for another interesting lesson. Could you report on the one Revelutionary War which occurred in the St. Louis area. I'm sure it made little difference to the war, buut I remember hearing it for its oddity. Thank you.
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  43. As always, I appreciate your coverage of the stories others failed to cover. Thanks.
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  44. I love baseball stories as well as the game. I once wrote a feature on on Hugh Alexander (billed as the up and coming next Babe Ruth). An Oklahoma boy he signed with Cleveland -- too bad not Cardinals. (I think I remember from the 1980s when I met him). Alexander went home on the off season to work in the oil fields, where a tragic accident severed his pitching hand. That didn't stop him. He became one of the best known MLB scouts of the mid to late 20th century. I would imagine many viewers would be interested in the unknown guy on track to become a sports star, but ultimately still well known among his professional peers. In spite of tragedy, he was still a country boy made good. I appreciate your great report today. Those big league players of that era were the real superstars more-so than today.
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  45. Very interesting, Lance. You and your family have a Merry Christmas.
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  46. I remember being taught about this in school during the earliy 1960s. Later I knew adults who had contracted cancer attributed to this disaster.
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  47. I cannot help buy wonder if Paul Harvey read works of Ambrose Bierce. Remember Harvey's 1964 commentary "If I Were the Devil" which proved prophetic 60 years later?
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  48. I find it increasing disturbing that the events our parents experienced first hand and the stories and histroric events drilled into the being of almost every baby booomer is no more than a long forgotten image. Among young people today is only a video game.
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  49. What a fun and needed historic inclusion during this time. Thank you.
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  50. Great, revealing report. Thank you. Another interesting tornado story is a deadly hit at Wichita Falls, Texas on 3 April 1964. That one hit Sheppard Air Force Base and northwest Wichita Falls killing 7 people and injuring 111 others. Another tornado in April 1979 was even more widespread over that area. But two at Tinker in 5 days ... wow.
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  51. It was also before income taxes (followed with others such as capital gains, etc.) were imposed in 1913.
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  52. I love waffles. Thank you for revealing their history. BTW, I still stand by the waffle ice cream cone originating at the St. Louis 1904 Worlds Fair. My aunt, who was a young woman there (where my maternal family settled) was at the fair and told me. So, it must be true.
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  53. Very interesting and clarifying where some have attempted to spread propaganda.
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  54. Agreed. McGovern basically said let's step into the other back room.
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  55. I've never been a true wine expert by any means, but did appreciate learning so much from today's video.
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  56. Lawrence, I'm just interested if like my school class; did you have some "expert" bring in a Geiger and counter and rock to demonstrate how it worked, and of course passed it around to all us kids? Oh, those were the days, but we've survived to tell about it. I think -- The History Guy is our good example -- we need to share these details before they are long forgotten.
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  57. Happy National Weather Person's Day. I once knew a meteorologist who told me that weather is historically circular over long periods. He also offered historic examples. So much for climate change Al Gore. Also I can rest knowing that the world will not end in 1974 because of global warming -- or was it cooling -- as I was told in 1968.
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  58. Very informative and enjoyable episode, Lance. Thanks for your work.
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  59. Nice instruction. I like it as it is welcoming. Thanks.
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  60. Enjoy. I've only seen it from the bridge. I always wondered how the view was from down there.
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  61. Something slightly different. I enjoyed it.
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  62. Splendid report, Lance. It has always amazed me regarding team moves and rule changes (I do like the pitcher timer I must admit). I knew the Browns became the Orioles, but had no idea there had been an earlier team in Baltimore of the same name. That said, I don't think it was until I was in my 40s that I learned our beloved Cardinals had moved to St. Louis from Chicago (playing at Sportsman Park when my grandfather was still alive) before moving to the first Busch Stadium. I've seen so many league, team and rule changes in the past 20 years it is difficult to build a loyalty as it was when we were kids (1950s and 1960s). At least I got to meet Stan the Man and knew on Saturday morning Mr. and Mrs. Jack Buck could be found having breakfast at a certain pancake house. Moving to Houston we learned to love the Astros (though leagues changed on me). I had previously been there when the new Astro Dome was first opened. Wow, what a sight to a teen fan. No, I don't recall who won. Years later, my son's claim to fame is he and the son of Nolan Ryan shared the same sitter when they were not much more than toddlers. Baseball, indeed is about memories. Ok, I'll stop rambling. I'm beginning a habit my old uncle had.
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  63. Shipping containers are a simple symbol for the promotional of occupational trades. I honestly pray U.S. citizens soon realize it it were not for electricians they could not use their computers or so-called smart phones. Plumbers, builders, wielders, dock workers, warehouse directors, rail and overland transport etc. deserve respect and thanks.
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  64. Agreed. May I add put God first? It helps with guidance.
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  65. @Blckdog Excavator I think one of the many elements I love about Churchill is how as a youth and young man he was an underachiever. Then grew into one of the greatest men of the 20th century.
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  66. Just in my lifetime (Truman was just before but I'll count him as I caught the end of his term) I'd have to say Truman, Nixon and Ford ended up being significant. I can tell if elected Vance would be a positive man of use in the office.
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  67. Have toured the USS Texas years ago. Seems time for a new visit. Come on Texas!
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  68. After Dec 31 are we going to observe Old Spice? Sorry, your made that too easy. I remain a black coffee purist. Interesting report although I'm not a pumpkin spice groupie. Thanks for you work. Added: Noticing your New England map, why has Connecticut not simply annexed Rhode Island? Then make Puerto Rico a state.
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  69. Thank you for this report. It always amazes me when taught military history the same narrativves are presented over and over. I suppose I simply have an appreciation for the forgotten. More than just the heroes contribute to battles. Worth remembering.
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  70. Great report, Lance, as usual. Could you offer a piece of Great Mississippi River Flood of 1927, especially it's impact on southern Louisiana. I angerly get tired of people from northern states not understanding why those who live in poverty and tradition cannot simply move over floods and hurricanes. Thanks.
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  71. Good presentation, as usual. @thehistoryguy wasn't there once an island in the Mississippi River near St. Louis that was known to be the place for duels? Do you think that may be worth an edition? Thank you.
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  72. Oh, I remember and loved my grendparent's player piano. It helped me learn to play more than any formal lessons. Unfortunately, I'm now feeling the traits of advancing age and my hands no longer want to cooperate. But I still enjoy a variety of music. Ha. Take that physical bounds. The mind and spirit can always appreciate. Good report.
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  73. You are not alone, brother. Blessings.
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  74. Thank you William for your kind words. As a native Texan I live in San Antonio now (was in Fort Worth as a child), but our son and friends in Florida do need prayer for safety an endurance. I join with you in prayer. Be a blessing.
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  75. Same in return.
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  76. Very interesting. I suppose that can be described as when men were men no matter what they endure. Could you please profile U.S. General Peyton C. March who was Chief of Staff during WWI, He also wrote the intoduction to "History of the World War" by Francis H. March. My grandfather was a WWI veteran and had this collection, which I now have. I've often wondered more than what is offered on March and March. Is this history that should be remembered?
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  77. Great report Lance. A was speaking with an Australian friend yesterday and, knowing there will always be wars, we both speculated how many contemporary conflicts would not be taking place had it not been for he seeds of the British Empire during the 19th and early 20th century. I know many are unrelated. With no insult intended for the UK.
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  78. Thank you for another fine report. Have you noticed we have not heard of any Bermuda Triangle incidents in the past few years? Oh, I really like your shirt. Regards.
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  79. Thank you for continually educating us with events and facts we should have been told decades ago -- cannot fairly judge 16th-19th century attitudes based on late 20th and 21st century enlightenment -- possibly providing a more inclusive and peaceful culture. Nice thought, huh?
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  80. Wow. An entirely different perspective of April reality day. Thanks for your work.
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  81. Perhaps because 70 is getting closer every day, but I wonder if men like Vanderbilt financially rescued their parents from poverty. That said, remember, even today it is the wealthy that provide hundreds of thousands o jobs ... as long as the government stays out of the way.
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  82. What we see as silly was very serious at the time. It makes me wonder what people a century from now will think of the laws he hold (or lack to inforce) as we have entered well into the 21st century. Good report. ... So everybody sing, "God bless you Texas! And keep you brave and strong, That you may grow in power and worth, Thro'out the ages long."
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  83. You are not alone. My wife and her mother came from East Germany. I got to where I could understand that which they were talking about, but cold not hold a conversation. So I'd tell them, "Estás en Texas ahora. Habla español. Ja, ja, ja."
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  84. I don't blame the people of Nevada on correct pronunciation. It is not like it is the difference of Missouri and Missourauh.
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  85. I probably would have been guilty of good intentions that worked against me. Oh, that's right I have but here on earth. At this state of life I wear those as a badge of honor.
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  86. Another excellent report. Say, I always notice that bugle on the wall. Do you think you could produce a report on the significance of buglars? My grandfather was one during combat in World War I. Thus, my selfish request. Thank you.
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  87. Impressive. All most young men can do today is slap their thumbs on a piece of plastic.
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  88. I never realized processing so involved. I have whole new appreciation. Thanks.
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  89. Nice rundown of history for the day. BTW, thank you for self narration. Please never go AI.
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  90. Absolutely. What happened?! Actually, I as a crossover age in the 1950s between Saturday and later Saturday morning in front of the brand new television (two of three channels came in for us). By then I was old enough to be expected to be out mowing the lawn and other chores before taking off with friends. Oh man, I just realized I am part of history.
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  91. Please remember, the U.S. did not lose that war (although U.S. families of the dead did). South Vietnam lost when North Vietnam invaded Saigon. Our military was saving lives from the embassy and of Vietnamese civilians. As for war related memories one of my most treasured is having interviewed Whitney Harris as one of the last surviving prosecutors from the Nuremberg Trials.
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  92. BTW ... shipping containers are being used in some areas to slow the invasion at our southern border. Oh the many unexpected uses of this invention.
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  93. It always amazes me looking back on history and discovering what activities -- with famous personalities -- were occurring simultaneously. Thank you for this date-to-date report. Perhaps my unintended suggestion in my opening line would make for an interesting episode. What do you think?
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  94. Thank you for offering your personal knowledge.
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  95. And tax money. No other state owes Los Angeles County anything. That said, notice how many (yes including Texas) are sending help. Would CA do that for Arizona or Nevada?
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  96.  @TheHistoryGuyChannel  Thanks
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  97. Well, sock it to me. I remember being ordered, "change your socks." Great report.
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  98. Well, something I did not know regarding TR. How did I miss this? Personally, I do not think he deserved the Medal of Honor. Thank you for reporting, Lance.
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  99. Very good report. Interesting and it helps explain why I was always confused on what constituted the seven seas. I still am trying to determine the difference between sea and ocean other than size. I also always wondered why the Gulf of Mexico was nevered called a sea. Most prople have no idea how large it really is, so that may offer you future material.
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  100. Very good report. Sad to think folks like we are among the last to have had grandparents and parents tell us of their first hand experiences at such camps. So importand and obscure.
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  101. Great lesson. Thank you.
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  102. Very good presentation. Fraud is nothing new. It only manifests and changes with time.
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  103. It always amazed me the maturity and intelligence level of those young men at 23 today is often not fully realized until one reaches 63. I can say that making it to 70.
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  104. I am so thankful you think beyond the obvious to give credit to the obvious. Markers are indeed there for a reason. A starting point for the reader to explore more.
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  105. I honestly wonder how often history -- respective to cultural morae and practices of any given period -- tends to generally repeat itself. History Guy, in your research have you ever noticed such patterns? Is that history deserving of remembering?
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  106. Amazing. Thank you for sharing this story.
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  107. Amazing, but not really surprising. No wonder it can repair anthing. Thank you for your research and production.
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  108. I certainly learned something new today. I often wonder what plants indigenes to the Americas have been changed or even lost due to old world infiltrations. I in my 68 years always thought tumbleweeds (Russian Thistle) were natural to my life existence.
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  109. Great arguments for pre-directed cremation.
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  110. I truly enjoy supportive data from sources not comonly known. As much as has been found during the past five decades I truly feel YAWH and Messiah are trying to tell us something.
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  111. I remember cracker containers an other products of simiar packaging when I was a child (about 10 based upon your shown stamed date). As yor are aware those products were designed because of Cold War preparations of families and others building back yard bomb shelters). It may have elso inspired Costco and Sam's on bulk buying (lol) but I do not that to be a fact.
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  112. Thank you for this report, Lance.
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  113. We used to grow our own tomatoes, often having so many we shared with neighbors. Yes, I guess I'm fortunate to know the real taste to a tomato before industrial harvesting began. I feel sorry for those that only know supermarket produce.
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  114. Excellent report. I noticed that pathway X over New Madrid, whoooo. You are correct the many predictions that always are associated to a solar eclipse. "Mom, don't you know those cookies disappeared because 60 years from today there will be a solar eclipse passing over us? Naw, probably wouldn't have worked.
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  115. I've never been a chess player, although I made failed efforts years ago. However, anything that has stood such a test of time is worth my attention. Even if I'm sure I'd be easily beaten.
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  116.  Dale Leisenring  Completely unintentional on my part. I admit my chess ignorance.
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  117. Great story, Lance. Thanks for your continual work.
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  118. Thank you for your bugle message. You may recall I requested this coverage as my grandfather was a buglar durng World War I. Nice to know you seriously interact with your subscribers. Thank you.
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  119. Full disclosure: It is now 101 at my house at 5:45 p.m. I have forgotten how many weeks of triple digits we have had. I am so thankful for air conditioning.
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  120. A nice lesson. Something different. Thanks.
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  121. Wow, great report.
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  122. Oh man, grew up on Captain Kangaroo. What a wonderful example for children, along with Mr Green Jeans (although our black and white television never proved his coveralls as being green ha ha) even Bunny Rabbit. I truly pray a generation will arise to restore morality and decency to our nation. Thank you. Good morning Captain.
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  123. How arrogant we are to forget how intelligent people were in the past. Now I want a steak. Very good reort.
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  124. Thank you. I have long wondered about this.
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  125. Went to the ocean. I'm surprised some liberal group had not complained about dumping fresh water into salt water. Newscum also rejected ideas to pump firefighting from the ocean. Very suspicious.
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  126.  @TheHistoryGuyChannel  Yes. I worked in St. Louis for 15 years. My mother's family was from there and Macon.
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  127. Lobster is simply crawfish on performance enhancers.
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