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John Tyler Became His Accidency

As the first president elevated due to a presidential death, his detractors said John Tyler became His Accidency! Tyler became the first vice president elevated to the presidency when William…

Wisconsin First Visitation Eastern Journey

First up! Wisconsin on the Eastern trip. Off on a great start and into Wisconsin as the journey begins. It's Day 1 of what will become 57 days! This post…

Monroe Doctrine

James Monroe Presidential Accomplishments & Contributions

James Monroe, the fifth US President, followed James Madison. He became the last of the Founding Fathers to hold the presidency. James Monroe Presidential Accomplishments & Contributions made him an…

James Madison's mansion

Madisons Bill of Rights Impact

James Madison impacted US history in many ways. Much of the credit for the Bill of Rights' inclusion goes to him and Thomas Jefferson. Generally, his leadership in creating the…

Jefferson's Monticello

Thomas Jefferson’s Successful Monticello

Jefferson's Initial claim to fame as the author of the Declaration of Independence led to more leadership. He became the third President of the US as well. Still, Thomas Jefferson's…

Adams – Early American Unforgettable People

The "Adams Family" impacted early America in colonial times and as a new nation. John Adams became the second US President. His son, John Quincy Adams, became the sixth president.…

James Madison's mansion

US Presidential Homes & Museums

I read that George Washington wanted US Presidents to be regular citizens. That's also why he chose only to serve two terms. While the framers of the Constitution debated what…

Future birthplace?!?!

Quirky Wonderful Home Stretch – Going after it

I'm approaching the end of the trip. And the journey's been great: This Quirky Wonderful Home Stretch makes the great trip continue to the end! Again, I saw much between…

More imitation of being in Mexico!

Southeastern US Weird Places

The Driveby Tourist visits Southeastern US Weird Places. And, why wouldn't I do that? Of course, I did see other places but these are fun stops. Of course, some are…

Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast front door

New-England Quirky Fun Attractions

The New England states have their own quirky locations. A couple of them may not be in the "quirky" category, but my travel research said they were! My features lie…

Another of the flavor graveyard

Strange Attractions Maine to Alabama and beyond

My recent 26 States in 26x2 Days trip brought me to Strange Attractions Maine to Alabama. While I separated them into five separate posts, I'll summarize them here with links…

Steam Punk Tree House

Mid-Atlantic Weird Wonderful Places

Although I found a few more locations in this area, some were either closed or not what I wanted to write about. For example, Foamhenge in Virginia is “COVID-closed” and…

Another view of the paint ball

Midwest Awesome Quirky Attractions

Want to see seven midwest awesome quirky attractions? Of course, there are more, but these are the ones I visited. Follow along as I tour through the "Eastern 26" states.…

Part I of 26 States in 26(x2) Days

26 States in 26×2 Days

Would you take an epic road trip visiting all 26 states in 26x2 Days east of the Mississippi River? I took the challenge and called it “26 States in 26x2…

Northern Minnesota scenic area

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Final wrap up and comments on the trip

Rock’n’Roll and Route 66 Pilgrimage

Historic Route 66, the most famous road in America, meets The Driveby Tourist! You are reading a travelog of one man's experiences on Route 66. As well as including my…