Nov 26, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
Life on the frontier of the 1880s in Nebraska was rough, to say the least. Many settlers dwelt in sod houses, which did a good job insulating the home during the blazingly hot summer months and brutal winter months. Grass fires burned wide swaths. Locusts swarmed,...
Nov 10, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
Early History and Foundation The Nash automobile’s rich history begins in the early 20th century, founded in 1916 by Charles W. Nash. Based in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Nash entered the automotive industry after gaining experience in the carriage industry and later serving...
Oct 1, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
The epic tale of American diners is a delicious ride that’s been cooking for over 150 years! It all kicked off in 1872 when Walter Scott, a printer from Providence, Rhode Island, rolled out the first-ever “night lunch wagon.” This horse-drawn chariot of culinary joy...
Aug 30, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
Throughout more than 2,000 years, engines have played a crucial role in supporting human activities like moving, pushing, and lifting objects. The term “engine” originates from the Old French “engin,” which finds its roots in the Latin “ingenium,” reflecting...
Aug 1, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
Prepare to be whisked away on a journey through time, from ancient Oriental balloons to Leonardo Da Vinci’s flight doodles in the 15th century. The word “aviation” takes flight from the Latin word “avis” for bird, soaring with the French pioneer Guillaume Joseph...
Jun 28, 2024 | Blog, Monthly Column
Picture this: way back in medieval times, during the Crusades, horsemen played a game tossing a clay ball back and forth, leading to the birth of the term “carousel.” The Spanish and Italians caught wind of this game, dubbing it “carosello,” which loosely translates...
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