80 years after the U.S.S. Texas bombarded the Normandy coast in support of the Allied invasion on D-Day, artifacts from the historic battleship will return to France as part of the commemorations planned on June 6. In 1944, the U.S.S. Texas provided critical support for the landings at Pointe du Hoc and at Omaha Beach….
Tag: Preservation
Video series focuses on preserving our past, protecting our future
Living in Natchitoches, reminders of the city’s rich history are everywhere you go. From antebellum homes, colonial fort sites, and historical markers, preserving our history is imperative. Fortunately for Natchitoches, there’s no shortage of those with an interest in preserving the past for future generations. The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training, headquartered on…
Discovering a road paved in good intention
So few communities today embrace their past as closely as Natchitoches, Louisiana. The town is a heritage tourism hot-spot due to its unique blend of the past and present. While the locals are a relatively forward-looking population, tradition and culture are planted deep within daily life. The relaxed style of living adds to the close-knit…
Lane Luckie 