PODCAST: Mike Costa Interviews Chattanooga Historian Linda Moss Mines

  • Monday, September 16, 2024

Linda Moss Mines is Chattanooga’s Historian, dedicated to reminding others about the blessings of liberty. 

In this episode, she shares what it was like growing up on the plateau with her favorite person (her Pa), how bedtime stories sparked her love of history, and her motivations for teaching at GPS for 27 years (aside from her love of teaching history). She also discusses being a lifelong learner, the changing political climate, and the importance of the Medal of Honor.

Memories
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