Maine Memory Network

Pacific Street looking south, Rockland, ca. 1875

Contributed by: Rockland Historical Society Date: circa 1875 Location: Rockland Media: Stereograph

Northern Pacific Railroad's engine #225, 1883

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1883-03-24 Location: Portland Media: Albumen print

1101-1107 Congress Street, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Jennie Hillman Use: Store

548-550 Brighton Avenue, Portland, 1924

Owner in 1924: Claie M Libby Style: Vernacular Victorian Use: Dwelling & Store

Harry Lyon: An Old Sea Dog Takes to the Air

Through a chance meeting, Harry Lyon of Paris Hill became the navigator on the 1928 flight of the Southern Cross, the first trans-Pacific flight. His skill as a navigator, despite his lack of experience, was a key factor on the flight's success.

A Convenient Soldier: The Black Guards of Maine

The Black Guards were African American Army soldiers, members of the segregated Second Battalion of the 366th Infantry sent to guard the railways of Maine during World War II, from 1941 to 1945. The purpose of the Black Guards' deployment to Maine was to prevent terrorist attacks along the railways, and to keep Maine citizens safe during the war.

Presque Isle: The Star City - Canadian and Pacific Railroad

"Canadian and Pacific Railroad Text by Megan and Madison, students at Presque Isle Middle School Edited by Presque Isle Historical Society X…"

Lincoln, Maine - William Kelly, Lincoln, 1943

"He was stationed in the Pacific and served at the Battle of Guadalcanal. Bill lost part of his foot during the war."

“I got around” and “I told a lie”
by anonymous

Marine Corporal Stanley Gunn recalls his training locations and post war Memories

From Chinese Laundress to Mother of the Year
by Dr. Andrea Louie

Toy Len Goon's granddaughter recounts her immigration to the US and becoming Mother of the Year.