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Historic Columbus Aerial View

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Take a trip back in time to 1924 with this rare aerial photograph of downtown Columbus, Ohio! In this video, we dive deep into the details of this historical image, revealing how the city has evolved over the years. From the demolition of the old Neal House in 1923 to the Ohio Theater's future site, we’ll explore landmarks, neighborhoods, and major changes that have shaped Columbus' history.

Aired: 09/17/24
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An all-black, all-woman squadron from the 318th Army Air Forces Base Unit at an Ohio Army Air Base.
1935 Beechwold deeds used restrictive covenants to ban Black residents in Columbus, Ohio.
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Explore the fascinating story of how the Columbus Zoo secured pandas from China.
Two women who met in Columbus, Ohio is one of the early instances of gay marriage in the U.S.
Dr. Timothy Moore built a collection of magic items, including tricks and relics from magic greats.
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The Doodah Parade started in 1984 as a quirky alternative to the traditional 4th of July parade.