Author: Aaron D. Backes

Aaron D. Backes is a well known journalist specializing in New York History

Reflections on America at 250
When a Nation Must Become the Grown-Up: Reflections on America at 250
Chelsea Piers History
The Remarkable History of Chelsea Piers In NYC
The History of Lake George, NY: From Ancient Formation to Modern Resort
The Battle Of Plattsburgh
History Of The Battle Of Plattsburgh
St Brendan's 'Class Of 1975' 50 Year Reunion
St Brendan’s ‘Class Of 1975’ 50 Year Reunion
The Transformation From City Life To Suburbia For A Teen In The 1970s
Laura Nyro
A Look At The Carrer Of Bronx Born Songwriter Laura Nyro
George Santos Saga
The Saga Of George Santos And His Disinformation Campaign
A classic yellow taxi driving past a Seventh Avenue subway entrance in Manhattan, illustrating how to get around NYC.
How to Get Around NYC: 65 Years of Local Advice from a Born-and-Raised New Yorker
The Story of E-ZPass in New York & How to Sign Up
The Story of E-ZPass in New York & How to Sign Up
The Nightmare Of The Long Island To New York City LIE Commute
The Nightmare Of The Long Island To New York City LIE Commute
My Experience Taking A Greyhound From NYC To Plattsburgh
My Experience Taking A Greyhound From NYC To Plattsburgh
Winter Garden Atrium NYC
History Of New York’s Winter Garden Atrium And Brookfield Place
IAC Building
The IAC Building: Frank Gehry’s Modern Masterpiece in New York City
Dakota Building History
The Dakota Building: New York’s Most Exclusive Address
St. James General Store
The Wonder And History Of The St. James General Store