To Pittsburghers, the story of Roberto Clemente’s life and tragic death is as familiar as any other bit of modern history. But when Vince Mariotti told that story last week… [Read More]
The Great Castle Shannon Bank Robbery—A Bridgeville Area Historical Society Presentation
One-hundred years ago next month, an otherwise quiet day in Castle Shannon became a bullet-riddled bloodbath as a bank robbery gone bad spilled into the streets and into the countryside…. [Read More]
Pittsburgh’s Bridges—A Bridgeville Historical Society Presentation
Nearly 200 years ago, the newly incorporated city of Pittsburgh built its first bridge, which linked Smithfield Street to Mt. Washington. Today, of course, Pittsburgh is famous for its many bridges…. [Read More]
Bridgeville Historical Society Program Examines Controversial WWII Admiral
The Bridgeville Area Historical Society hosted a lecture on Sunday examining one of World War II’s most fascinating, and flawed, characters—Admiral William Halsey. Guest speaker Dr. Jack Aupperle, a retired… [Read More]