Each year millions of Americans - and tens of thousands of Iowans - visit the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Some meet with their U.S. House or Senate members and even get a photograph taken with them. Most take a tour of the US Capitol. When they do, they not only see the place where the hard work of democracy gets done - or on occasion, does
I sent your article about Congressman Schwengel on to many friends and family members. We had the best conversation of the personal memories we had of meeting the Congressman or being the beneficiary of his good work. I did not know of his work to keep the history of the Capitol alive and meaningful for all of us; talk about a labor of love! Thank you.
Again, a fascinating, commemorative piece of American history, through the eyes of eagle-eyed historian and my high school classmate, Barry Piatt. For the life of me, I wish we would one day find a published collection under your authorship for our nation to enjoy.
I sent your article about Congressman Schwengel on to many friends and family members. We had the best conversation of the personal memories we had of meeting the Congressman or being the beneficiary of his good work. I did not know of his work to keep the history of the Capitol alive and meaningful for all of us; talk about a labor of love! Thank you.
I love the history in this post. My compliments!
Barry— A wonderful piece. You let the readers see not just Fred Schwengel’s passion for the capitol, but yours as well!
Again, a fascinating, commemorative piece of American history, through the eyes of eagle-eyed historian and my high school classmate, Barry Piatt. For the life of me, I wish we would one day find a published collection under your authorship for our nation to enjoy.