Ship to Shore
Getting vessels into and out of Hampton Roads is a risky business, which is why the shipping industry relies on harbor pilots. more »
Jul 27, 2011 by Chiles T.A. Larson in At Large
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U-boats in the Atlantic
In April 1942, 29 crew members from a German U-boat were secretly buried at night in Hampton National Cemetery. The incident that led to their deaths was the first “bright spot in a dreadful period” for America in the early days of World War II. more »
May 26, 2011 by Chiles T.A. Larson in History
The Big Story
In 1903 the Virginian-Pilot newspaper got one of the biggest scoops ever, thanks to the efforts of a 19-year-old cub reporter and a barrel of Lynnhaven oysters. more »
Feb 7, 2011 by Chiles T.A. Larson in History
Banjo Men
Memories of a talented picker and the man credited with inventing the instrument. more »
Nov 4, 2010 by Chiles T.A. Larson in History (5 Comments)