Most people driving through Odessa, Washington see a quiet farming community surrounded by wheat fields. But the story behind this small town is far more interesting than it first appears.
Founded by German immigrants who came to America from Russia, Odessa's history stretches from Germany to the Russian Empire and ultimately to the rolling wheat fields of Eastern Washington. In this episode of LookSeeTravel, we explore the town's German-Russian heritage, its connection to the railroad, the importance of wheat farming, the famous Deutschesfest celebration, and even a little-known camping area available to travelers.
Along the way we catch a pair of freight trains, including one carrying Boeing 737 fuselages across the Columbia Plateau.
Join me as we discover one of Eastern Washington's most unique small towns.
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