Paul ShannonEstes Kefauver, UT Vol to Major impact as a US SenatorThere aren’t a lot of people who have heard the name Estes Kefauver, but he truly impacted many areas of life. Understanding of crime, how…Dec 9, 2023Dec 9, 2023
Paul ShannonBob Suffridge, UT Vols legend and WW2 veteranOne of the first times that the University of Tennessee Volunteers won the National Championship was 1938. On that team was Bob Suffridge…Dec 5, 2023Dec 5, 2023
Paul ShannonThe UT Vol that was an early WW2 Navy leaderWhile Tennessee Volunteer fans know the name of General Neyland, especially as the stadium is named for him, few know the name Archibald…Dec 2, 2023Dec 2, 2023
Paul ShannonHere is why we should rename Dulles AirportHow many people actually remember John Foster Dulles? Looking at his Wikipedia page, people would think he was a Republican willing to work…Nov 12, 2023Nov 12, 2023
Paul ShannonA short review of Lawmen: Bass ReevesThere are few shows or movies that I have wanted to be made for as long as I have been wanting something made about Bass Reeves. It has…Nov 11, 2023Nov 11, 2023
Paul ShannonQuit listening to those who want you to limit your knowledgeWhat are you reading lately? For that matter, what subject are you studying lately? There are many reasons for people to pay attention to…Nov 7, 2023Nov 7, 2023
Paul ShannonThere were black men among the first American MarinesFew people pay attention to who were actually the first Marines, with even Samuel Nicholas and Robert Mullan being barely discussed. This…Nov 6, 2023Nov 6, 2023
Paul ShannonThere are two taverns involved with the founding of the Marine Corps.Many people who are knowledgeable about the founding of the Marine Corps, most especially Marines. The thing is, most Marines only know the…Nov 2, 2023Nov 2, 2023
Paul ShannonCollege football coaching needs fixed badlyI love college football. I was born and raised in Tennessee and old enough to remember when UT won the national championship. I have seen…Oct 28, 2023Oct 28, 2023
Paul ShannonHospitals can make a bigger difference as non-profitsMost hospitals are for profit these days, which in a lot of ways is the reason that healthcare has gotten worse. There are many reasons for…Oct 22, 2023Oct 22, 2023