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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