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Delaware from Freeways to E-Ways : First State, Solid-State - Dave Tabler

Delaware from Freeways to E-Ways

First State, Solid-State

By: Dave Tabler

Paperback | 25 October 2024

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Curious about how America's second-smallest state has shaped both our physical and digital landscape? Wondering how the infrastructure of the past influences today's technology-based culture? Want to celebrate progress while honoring yesteryear? Popular blogger and award-winning author Dave Tabler has documented his love of historical milestones to thousands of loyal followers. And now he's here to educate and bring more fascinating Delawarean tales to life.


Delaware from Freeways to E-Ways is a balanced blend of meticulous research and colorful anecdotes. From the first skyscraper in the early 20th century to the present day's crucial digital medical technology, the evolution of this small-but-pivotal state has played a role in shaping modern society. Tabler's painstaking work ensures readers will enjoy immersing themselves in the powerful local and national narratives that shape our country's history.


In Delaware from Freeways to E-Ways, you'll discover:

- The influence of the du Pont family and other local figures in forging the state's legacy

- Key facts about important cultural institutions like the Delaware Art Museum, Smyrna Opera House, and the state fair

- Sensational events such as the Lonely Hearts Murders, the Polio Epidemic, and World War I

- How innovative transformation is integral to both economic and societal growth

- The shift from physical to digital connectivity and much, much more


Delaware from Freeways to E-Ways is a must-have for any history connoisseur. If you like captivating storytelling, unique perspectives, and the interconnectedness of regional and country-wide initiatives, then you'll enjoy Dave Tabler's comprehensive resource.

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