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The Scout Never Called: Growing Up in Competitive Sports

On this episode of Our American Stories, Our American Stories listener from Iowa, Roger Rench, shares memories from his time playing various competitive sports throughout his life that are sure to put a smile on your face. Support the show ( https://www.ouramericanstories.com/dona ...  Show more

Olive Oatman and the Tattoo That Marked a Life Between Cultures

On this episode of Our American Stories, in 1851, Olive Oatman was thirteen years old and traveling west with her Mormon family during the era of westward expansion. Along the way, her family was attacked, and Olive and her younger sister were taken captive.For years, Olive lived ...  Show more

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