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High-Tech Meets The Past Via Animated Fly-Through Tours Of Historic Locations

Submitted by Jim Burnett on April 28, 2013 - 2:03am
There are some historic features in the National Park System we just can't walk through in person, such as the remains of the Civil War gunboat USS Cairo at Vicksburg National Military Park. Now, thanks to some high-tech wizardry, anyone can take an animated "fly-through" and explore the interior of the ship—or five other historic locations around the country.

Prince William Forest Park, 75 Years On

Submitted by NPT Staff on November 1, 2012 - 1:11am
Seventy-fire years after it was created as a woodsy retreat for youth from Washington, D.C., Prince William Forest Park in Virginia is a hidden gem for urbanites seeking a respite from the crowds and concrete.

National Park Week Quiz #2 Revealed: The Edited List

Submitted by Bob Janiskee on April 23, 2012 - 3:59am
We hope you had fun with this fixer-upper.

National Park Mystery Spot 34 Revealed: Up the Creek

Submitted by Bob Janiskee on January 27, 2012 - 3:59am
You can't get this one right if you can't see the forest for the trees.

National Park Quiz 31: World War II

Submitted by Bob Janiskee on December 3, 2008 - 3:00am
This Sunday, December 7, is the 67th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into World War II. This week’s quiz will test your knowledge of the World War II-related events, activities, and commemorative aspects of the National Park System. Answers are at the end. If we catch you peeking, we’ll fine you $25 and donate it to Honor Flight.

National Park History: Prince William Forest Park Was a Top Secret Spy Training School

Submitted by Bob Janiskee on June 26, 2008 - 4:00am
Virginia’s Prince William Forest Park became a national park in 1940 and acquired its present name 60 years ago this month. Many people know that the park offers solitude, scenery, and recreation. Most don’t know it was a top secret training school for OSS spies during World War II.