Forgotten Hero – Elijah William “Will” Hale, Senior
The Nashville Tennessean Newspaper was quoted as saying “he ran the day to day business
Blog
Thomas Frank Cassels – Memphis’ First Black Attorney
I was truly amazed when I started doing the research on this fine Memphian. After
Welcome to the Team – Willy Bearden
We are pleased and honored to announce that Willy Bearden has joined the OMH team.
Lucius McGehee – Memphis Reborn 1880-1886
Our guest this episode is noted Memphis author Lucius McGehee. We discuss his latest book,
John Harkins
We at Our Memphis History are sadden today to report the passing of one of
The First Black Firefighters
It was the first day of training for the 12 newly hired Black Firefighters on
Pvt. Edward O. Cleaborn
Our wonderful story is about Edward O. Cleaborn. A forgotten Memphis hero, this 18-year-old U.S.
April 2020 Update – COVID-19 And The Future
Hi everyone, just a quick episode to update you on the goings on of the
Forgotten History – Memphis Responds to Tupelo, MS 1936
Over the past 100 years when a neighboring community experienced a devastating disaster, like a
Forgotten History – American Snuff Strike of 1950
Most of us have never heard this story and I admit I was a bit
The Crump Machine and Memphis Police Revolt of 1943
Just like every other city employee of the day, Fire, Public Works, and Teachers, they
Joseph Newberger, Cotton Man, Philanthropist
by Joe V. Lowry Joseph Newberger, born June 12, 1858, was a multi-millionaire, philanthropist, and
G. P. Hamilton
As Memphis history goes, G. P. Hamilton, was one of my heroes. If you get
William B. Fowler
A forgotten name and family who made a real difference in our community, William B
Hero Spotlight: Sargent John Foppiano
The Memphis Police Depart Detective Squad and Sgt. John Foppiano. By Joe V Lowry
Hero Spotlight: Julio “John” Vannucci
Julio John Vannucci was born on December 25, 1887 and was appointed to the Memphis
Hero Spotlight: Deputy Chief James Price “Pete” Leach
Born 1919 Died June 14, 1972 Entered the MFD 1942 as a private on Engine
Hero Spotlight: Chief Irby Klinck
December 1933 Fire Chief John Moore retires, and Chief Irby Klinck is appointed. One of
Hero Spotlight: Richard F. Borner
By Joe V. Lowry Captain Borner spent 55 years in service to the citizens of
Fire Chief John T. Moore
John T. Moore entered the Memphis Fire Department in May of 1890 as a Hoseman
Elmwood Cemetery
Opened in 1852, more than two miles outside of the then city limits, Elmwood has
Nathan Bedford Forrest
Join us as we discuss what could arguably be our most controversial person and subject
How I Work: John Robilio
John has been a part of the Our Memphis History from the very beginning. He
Truck Farmers – A Time Gone By
Between 1870 and 1920, 95% of all vegetable produce, eggs, and other food items that
How I Work: Douglas Cupples
Doug Cupples holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in political science, and a Ph.D. in history