LA's Most Dangerous Hood Explained | Imperial Courts
Imperial Courts is a public housing project located in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It gained notoriety as one of the most historically significant housing developments in the city. Constructed in the 1940s, Imperial Courts was one of the first public housing projects in LA.
3 Aug 202315min
Why America's Most "Offensive" Monument is Actually Amazing | Crazy Horse Memorial
The Crazy Horse Monument is a monumental sculpture located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, USA. It is an ongoing work-in-progress that aims to depict the famous Oglala Lakota leader, Crazy Horse, riding a horse and pointing into the distance. The sculpture is being carved into Thunderhead Mountain and is designed to be the largest mountain carving in the world once completed. The idea for the Crazy Horse Monument was conceived in the 1930s by Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear, who wanted to honor Crazy Horse and the Native American culture. The project began in 1948 under the direction of sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski, and since his passing in 1982, his family has continued the work. Unlike Mount Rushmore, which features the faces of four U.S. Presidents, the Crazy Horse Monument focuses on a Native American historical figure. The sculpture is intended to serve as a symbol of the indomitable spirit, bravery, and pride of the Native American people. The project remains a significant undertaking and is funded entirely through private donations and visitor fees. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the monument is still a work in progress, and the completion date is uncertain. However, it continues to attract visitors from around the world who come to witness the awe-inspiring creation and learn about the rich history and culture of the Lakota Sioux people.
29 Juli 202313min
New Jersey's Abandoned Submarine | The USS Ling
USS Ling (SS-297) was a Balao-class submarine of the United States Navy. It was named after the ling fish, a type of cod found in the North Atlantic. The submarine was commissioned on June 8, 1945, near the end of World War II. USS Ling saw limited action during the war, arriving in the Pacific theater after the hostilities had ceased. As a result, it did not engage in any combat missions. However, it played a significant role in post-war operations, including serving as a training vessel for naval personnel. After the war, USS Ling continued its service as a training submarine and underwent several modifications over the years to adapt to changing technologies and requirements. Eventually, it became part of the United States Navy Reserve fleet. For many years, USS Ling was moored as a museum ship at the New Jersey Naval Museum in Hackensack, New Jersey. It provided visitors with a glimpse into the history of submarine warfare and the experiences of sailors during World War II. However, due to financial difficulties and the challenges of maintaining an aging vessel, the museum faced closure. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, there were concerns about the future of USS Ling. It's possible that new developments have occurred since then, so I recommend checking more recent sources for the latest information on the status and fate of this historical submarine.
27 Juli 202317min
New York City's Secret Fort | Fort Wadsworth
Discovering American Heritage Through Tales of Urban Decay.
22 Juli 202316min
Why Forgotten Acoustic Mirror Networks Stand | ABANDONED
Acoustic mirrors are bizarre, monolith-like structures once used to detect incoming aircraft. Their usefulness was cut short as they were replaced by the radar. Today, we have a look at what remains of the once-vast network.
20 Juli 202313min
Why Amateur Submarines are so Dangerous | New York's Forgotten Submarine Wreck
Today we discover the story of Quester I, the forgotten submarine wreck haunting the shores of Coney Island Creek. This is a classic example of why homemade submarines are such a terrible Idea.
15 Juli 20237min
New York's Lost Grain Terminals
Have you ever wondered why New York City is littered with abandoned piers and silos? Well, these structures go. Back to when the city was one of the most important grain trading centers on earth - and today, we will discover why it all fell apart.
13 Juli 202316min
The "Problematic" Frank Lloyd Wright Monument | Demolishing America's First Modern Office Building
The Larkin Building was an office building in Buffalo, New York, noted for innovations that included central air conditioning, built-in desk furniture, and suspended toilet partitions and bowls. Located at 680 Seneca Street, it was demolished in 1950. Designed in 1903 by Frank Lloyd Wright and built in 1904-1906 for the Larkin Soap Company, the five-story dark-red brick building used a pink-tinted mortar and steel-frame construction. Sculptor Richard Bock provided ornamentation for the building.
8 Juli 202318min
