John Walz
If you know the story about little Gracie Watson then you know that John Walz beautifully sculpted the life-sized and extremely lifelike monument that marks her grave from a photograph Gracie’s father gave to John. This statue from 1890 is probably his best known work, but he has over 70 sculptures in Bonaventure Cemetery alone. […]
Johnny Mercer
As a Savannah native, Johnny Mercer was born here on November 18, 1909. He was a singer, songwriter, lyricist, composer, and record label executive. When he moved to New York City to try his hand at acting, the fates had other plans. Instead of landing any major role, he contributed to a Broadway song in […]
Mary Telfair
While Mary Telfair was born in Augusta, Georgia to a very prominent family in 1791, she had a huge impact on Savannah. Her father, Edward Telfair, was governor which afforded her some exceptions to the “rules” for women at the time. Her unique educational experience for women in the 19th century allowed her to form […]
Gracie Watson
Gracie Watson is a bit of a little legend… and ghost story. It all started in 1883 when Gracie, the only child, was born to W.J. and Frances Watson. Her father managed the Pulaski Hotel. Gracie would play in the hotel lobby, sing and dance, and play the piano for the guests. She became very […]
Chapter 6: Fly Eagle, Fly for Me!
Galatians 6:9 “Do not grow weary in doing what is right, for at the proper time you will reap a harvest if you do not give up”. “Hells, bells, and shotgun shells”. -Joe Davis Even though I was disappointed in my performance as a football player I must say, the overall experience at […]
Eisenhower on Leadership – Part 1
“The art of leadership is deciding what to do, and then getting men to want to do it!” Dwight D. Eisenhower “Eisenhower is my choice as the American of the Twentieth Century. Of all of the men that I have studied and written about, he is the brightest and the best.” Stephen Ambrose […]