If you're a good history student, you know that Chuck Yeager was the first person to break the sound barrier in 1947. What you may not know is that Niagara Falls played a crucial role in this. The need for speed The year was 1944. The world was at war, and the United States had … Continue reading How Niagara Falls broke the sound barrier
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The Great Niagara Falls (Almost) Eclipse
The glowing red sliver of sun was too bright for even my heavily-protected camera.
The Wintergarden: An unfortunate casualty
Destroying the Niagara Falls Wintergarden was the most justified mistake ever.
My Visit to the Genesee Country Village & Museum
Step into history at the Genesee Country Village & Museum.
Disney Theory: Jane Porter is from Niagara Falls!
Where is Jane Porter from in Tarzan? If you do the research, you'll find connections to a wonder of the world.
Bye Bye Turtle? NFR wants to demolish
The Turtle's days are numbered.
