Season 1, Episode 15-James Buchanan and Cove Gap

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Don’t mind the (Cove) Gap, James Buchanan’s unsettled birthplace on the edge of the American frontier in Pennsylvania. Learn about Buchanan’s unique, rags-to-riches upbringing and his involvement in Pennsylvania and national politics, as well as what happened to his birthplace at Cove Gap!

James Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park page.

From PennLive’s visit to Buchanan’s birthplace and home.

Great Brochure of Buchanan’s birthplace.

From My July 2020 Visit!

From My July 2021 Visit!

Buchanan Home in Mercersburg

James Buchanan Birthplace: Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park, Stoney Valley Rd, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania.

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Recommended Reading for James Buchanan

Boulard, Garry. The Worst President-The Story of James Buchanan.

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