Pan Am's story is really a series of history lessons. They were pioneers in so many ways, not just in aviation. Their downfall was like a domino effect - financial issues compounded by the oil crisis, then operational challenges, leading to their inability to adapt to deregulation, and darkened by …

The existence of defunct stores like Borders is well-documented. I have several photos from my visits to various locations throughout the '90s and early 2000s. They were a haven for book lovers. Many public libraries have archives of local newspapers where you'll find ads and articles about these stores. Also, …