Author: Paul
Author Paul R. Wonning considers himself an "Indiana Hound," because he likes to "sniff" out the interesting places and history of Indiana and then use his books to reveal them to his readers. He also enjoys gardening, American history and dabbles in writing fantasy and humorous fiction.
Podcast – Road Trip Indiana – Jeffersonville, Indiana
In this podcast we visit some things to do in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We learn about three museums, a delightful candy store and learn about the Marquis de Lafayette’s almost disastrous visit to Jeffersonville in 1824. After all that, you can take a wonderful hike across the Ohio River. Continue reading Podcast – Road Trip Indiana – Jeffersonville, Indiana
Author Fair at Batesville, Indiana
Podcast – Road Trip Indiana – Clarksville, Indiana
In this episode listeners will remain in Clark County as I talk about Clarkstown, Indiana. This one covers the George Rogers Home site, where Lewis and Clark launched their famous expedition, the Falls of the Ohio and two live theatres operating in Clarksville. Join me for another exciting road trip in southeastern Indiana. Continue reading Podcast – Road Trip Indiana – Clarksville, Indiana
Road Trip Indiana – Charlestown, Indiana
Greetings, Today, I’m going to talk about Charlestown Indiana and the many fun day trips you can enjoy taking their listeners can find a complete information about Charlestown and other places around southern southeastern Indiana by purchasing my book Southeast Indiana Day Trips, a tourism guide book and travel guide from my road Trip Indiana Series. This is the first book in the series and the only one available now I will have the rest. There will be nine altogether. As the year progresses with rising gas prices. Many Hoosiers, including my wife and myself, are choosing to vacation closer to home. Using this podcast, I will tell you about the many places here in Indiana. You can visit and have some fun And unique experiences. Continue reading Road Trip Indiana – Charlestown, Indiana
Home Water Systems
Description: Home Water Systems Home Water Systems is a primer for the homeowner about water sources like lakes, streams and … Continue reading Home Water Systems
Sample Chapter – Grave of Jonathan Jennings
Jonathan Jennings became the sixth child of Jacob and Mary Kennedy Jennings when he was born in New Jersey. he attended grammar school at Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, and studied law at Washington, Pennsylvania. he immigrated to the Indiana Territory in 1806 and became a lawyer in Jeffersonville, later moving to Vincennes. T Continue reading Sample Chapter – Grave of Jonathan Jennings
Southeast Indiana Day Trips
Take a fun tour through the rich history of Indiana using Southeast Indiana Day Trips as your guidebook. This tourism guide will help you plan road trips to discover interesting places to visit and enjoy. Readers will learn about the many things to do in Southeastern Indiana. The book includes museums, State and local parks, cities and town, wineries and much, much more. The book includes the tourism bureau contacts for each of these 11 southeastern Indiana counties.
Clark County
Dearborn County
Decatur County
Franklin County
Jefferson County
Jennings County
Ohio County
Ripley County
Scott County
Switzerland County
Clark County Continue reading Southeast Indiana Day Trips
Conquistadors and Missionaries
Columbus had stopped to consult with Portugal’s John II before returning to Spain on his first voyage. Feeling threatened by the Spanish sponsored voyage, the Portuguese king had dispatched a letter to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella warning that all lands south of the Canary Islands belonged to Portugal, as stated by the Treaty of Alcáçovas. Continue reading Conquistadors and Missionaries
The Early American Explorers
The early explorers of the 16th Century delved deep into the North and South American continents making discoveries with their explorations. These adventurers laid the foundations of the future United States and Canada, as pioneers followed after them building settlements as they colonized the interior. Continue reading The Early American Explorers
Birth of a Great Nation
Today we celebrate our independence from Great Britain. It was a time of fear, uncertainty, turmoil and sheer courage as Patriots geared up to face off against the world’s greatest superpower. Our nation today appears to be perched on a great precipice as opposing factions threaten to rip the nation, so dearly gained over 200 years ago, apart. Continue reading Birth of a Great Nation
Sample Chapter – The Armies of the Revolutionary War – The Muskets
Soldiers on both sides commonly carried a gun called a musket, which was a type of gun also called a muzzle loader. Continue reading Sample Chapter – The Armies of the Revolutionary War – The Muskets
The Armies of the Revolutionary War
The Armies of the Revolutionary WarDescription:Table of ContentsEbook Price – $4.99 Softbound Price – $11.99 Buy Direct from Author – … Continue reading The Armies of the Revolutionary War
Mossy Feet Books at the Antique Machinery Show
Author Paul Wonning will have his entire selection of books at the FARM Club of Southeastern Indiana Antique Machinery Show. … Continue reading Mossy Feet Books at the Antique Machinery Show
Mossy Feet Books at the Friendship Flea Market
Author Paul Wonning will have his entire selection of books at the Friendship Flea Market. Books on:Indiana Places and HistoryUnited … Continue reading Mossy Feet Books at the Friendship Flea Market
The Ultimate Indiana Day Trip Travel Guide
The Ultimate Indiana Day Trip Travel Guide includes a plethora of day trip destination in Indiana. A complete tourism guide the book includes local and state parks, museums, golf courses and much, much more. The book includes information on all of Indiana’s 92 counties. No traveler in Indiana should be without it. Continue reading The Ultimate Indiana Day Trip Travel Guide
Sample Chapter – Dune State Park Geology
The geologic features of Dune State Park have their origins in the rising and falling water levels of Lake Michigan as well as the winds coming off the lake. Continue reading Sample Chapter – Dune State Park Geology
Indiana Dunes State Park
Visitors to Indiana Dunes State Park can hike the sand mountains that tower over beautiful Lake Michigan and see the city of Chicago in the distance. Bird watchers can find a copious number of waterfowls, songbirds and other avian treats in the marshes in the park. Sun worshipers can swim and lounge along the immense sand beaches that line the Lake Michigan shoreline. Camping, fishing and picnicking are also fun activities at the park. Continue reading Indiana Dunes State Park
Podcast – Henry Hudson’s North American Explorations
Greetings, this episode recounts Henry Hudson’s four voyages of Discovery to what is now New York and the Hudson Bay Region Continue reading Podcast – Henry Hudson’s North American Explorations
Podcast – Lincoln Presents Captured Confederate Flag to Indiana Governor Morton
Greetings, in this episode you will hear about President Abraham Lincoln’s awarding a Confederate battle flag to Indiana Governor Oliver P. Morton. Continue reading Podcast – Lincoln Presents Captured Confederate Flag to Indiana Governor Morton
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