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Join me on a journey across the broad spectrum of interesting travel topics. We’ll discuss destinations domestic and abroad, some familiar and some off the beaten path. We take a look at suppliers like cruise lines, air carriers and tour operators and find their bargains and special offerings. Got questions? Email thetravelprofessor@gmail.com.

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Age of iron warships was born on Feb 8, 1862

On this day in 1862, the Confederate ironclad Virginia wreaks havoc on a Yankee squadron off Hampton Roads, Virginia.

This signaled the end of wooden ships and while era of the iron clad warship was born!

There’s still plenty of great maritime history to take in Virginia.

As many folks say: “Virginia is for lovers…of history and beyond!”

Go explore VA today!

Steve Call
"The Travel Professor"

Steve Call gets paid to tell people where to go as the director of the Travel, Tourism and Hotel Management associate degree program at Ohio University-Ironton. Professionally, he's a certified travel consultant and accredited cruise counselor and holds two college degrees. He has visited all the continents with the exception of Australia and Antarctica.

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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Age of iron warships was born on Feb 8, 1862

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