A hiccup from Amtrak notwithstanding, it was a perfect trip to history-soaked Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and then to Washington, D.C. to attend the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. theweeklyopine.com/current-events/2023/8/31/wide-awake

Scenic serenity abounds in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and belies what took place here 165 years ago. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

Downtown Harper’s Ferry sparkles at night. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

In 1859, abolitionist John Brown occupied this Harper’s Ferry fort and started the skirmish that led to the Civil War. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

It was a beautiful day for the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

Among star-studded speakers were (Top L clockwise) MLK III, Rep. James Clyburn, Eric Michael Dyson, and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries. (Photos credit The Weekly Opine)

Attendees were passionate and energized with a mellow undercurrent. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

It was a memorable day in D.C.! (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)

Riding the rails saying goodbye to Harper’s Ferry on the way home from D.C. (Photo credit The Weekly Opine)