Three Forgotten Wholesome Stories from America

Various, USA. We've discussed many stories on this show, some of them gory, some horrifying, some scandalous and some sad. But I want to remind you that our past is not all bad. We've got some wholesome moments too. And today I want to tell you some stories that really reflect that. , where today we're doing something a little different.

TIMELINE
1774: Born in Massachusetts in 1774, Johnny didn't stay put for long.
1865: The concept of the statue emerged in 1865 when French historian and abolitionist Edward de Labulee suggested creating a monument.
1885: On June 17, 1885, a French ship, the Isère, arrived in New York Harbor.

WHY THIS MATTERS
The story of Various is a reminder that the events that shaped America didn't always happen in the biggest cities. What unfolded here left marks on the community that are still visible today. The full story is more complicated, and more human, than the version most people know.

Episode 145 | Hometown History | Hosted by Shane Waters

Hometown History explores forgotten stories from small-town America. The overlooked events, hidden triumphs, and buried tragedies that shaped the country we live in. New episodes every Tuesday. Find every episode at mythsandmalice.com/hometown-history

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