History Archives - Page 9 of 9

Rocket City? Thank you, Ludy Toftoy for the boost!

Bart Siniard - May 10, 2022

Huntsville is “The Rocket City” due to Dr. Wernher von Braun’s work here. But why Huntsville? And who came up with the nickname? The truth...

Apollo 16 Astronaut Charlie Duke was the honored guest at the Apollo to Artemis event at Davidson Center

Kimberly Ballard - April 21, 2022

The youngest of only 12 men to have ever walked on the moon, 86-year-old Brig. Gen. Charles “Charlie” Duke, lunar module pilot for the...

The Dred Scott-Huntsville connection

Bart Siniard - March 13, 2022

If you paid attention in history class, you know the name "Dred Scott." But even if you got an A+, you likely didn't learn...

Breaking down barriers – Huntsville’s first female attorney and politician

Bart Siniard - March 4, 2022

The Huntsville legal and political arenas have many women in important positions. But, as you would expect, it wasn't always like that. With it...

The history of how Huntsville got its name

Bart Siniard - February 24, 2022

Huntsville has a long history, going back well over 200 years. Most Huntsvillians know that John Hunt, the first settler of the Big Spring...

Presidential visits to Alabama are reasons to honor both Presidents Day and Black History Month

Kimberly Ballard - February 21, 2022

While Presidents Day commemorates George Washington’s birthday, the holiday has come to also honor all presidents who have served in the prestigious office throughout...

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