History Bytes: Memorable Newport Names

June 27, 2011

Over thirteen generations and five centuries, thousands of people are born and named. The following are examples of the unusual names and naming patterns ...

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Found: Revolutionary Map

June 27, 2011

This map of General Washington’s Army at Valley Forge seems to be a contemporaneous record of Washington’s positions at this historic site. We do ...

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History Bytes: Airships

June 18, 2011

MetLife and Goodyear blimps have been seen hovering over Newport sporting events and concerts for years. The use of manned rigid airships goes back ...

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History Bytes: John Singer Sargent in Newport

June 8, 2011

In October 1887 the Newport Journal and Weekly News reported: “Mr. J. S. Sargent of London, who has become somewhat renowned as a portrait ...

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Found! Barney Street Cistern

June 1, 2011

In recent weeks a 20th century garage at the bottom of Barney Street was demolished to make way for a new home. Any time ...

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1892 Campaign Hat & Scarf

June 1, 2011

These elements of a 19th century Uncle Sam costume have only a tangential Newport connection. But, in this patriotic town, with its deep roots ...

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