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December 31, 1717: The Conestoga Wagon’s Quiet Anniversary
On this day in history, let's take a trip back to December 31, 1717, when the…
Podcast: The Conestoga Wagon
In this episode of the Uncharted Lancaster Podcast with the approaching December 31, 1717, anniversary of…
‘I Heard the Bells’ – Legacy of the Conestoga Wagon’s Ringing Bells
Embark on a journey through time as we unravel the intriguing origins of the expression "be…
Stogie: Cigar of the Conestoga Wagoneer
Today, “stogie” is slang for a cigar, technically referring to a cheap or roughly made one.…
Lancaster’s King Street: Gateway to the West!
Today, King Street in Lancaster, PA is one way going east, but, in honor of its…
The Conestoga Horse: The first outstanding horse to be developed in America
Welcome to a chapter of American history where horsepower wasn't just a metaphor but a magnificent…
Conestoga Wagon: Century Strong Ship of Inland Commerce
The Conestoga wagon, as known as "the ship of inland commerce," was used for over a…