National Medal of Honor Heritage Center

Did you know that Chattanooga is birthplace of the national medal of honor? The tradition started there in 1863. So it stands to reason that the TN city would become home to a one-of-a-kind museum, one that shares the history of our nation’s top military award for valor.

Joe Elmore has been the host of this Emmy-award winning series since its beginnings. As the face of Tennessee Crossroads, Joe has been taking viewers to meet interesting people and explore fascinating out-of-the-way places since 1987. Joe is also a producer and co-host of Horsepower TV on Spike TV. Joe launched his TV career at WHBQ TV in Memphis, TN, where he served as weekend anchor and reporter. Later, he was chosen to co-host the station's PM Magazine show, where he produced nationally-broadcast stories. He has also done extensive work as an independent film and video producer for clients throughout the Southeast.