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| Jan 23 2012 I am murderedA tale of murder in the final chapter in a great man's noble life. Chris Hull tells George Wythe's story. Additional resources
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Dec 12 2011 Westward!America outgrows her 13 colonies and stretches her boundaries west. CNU Professor Phillip Hamilton explains the sprawl. Additional resources
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| Oct 10 2011 Meet Benjamin FranklinWry humor softens the sharp wit of this quintessentially American founding father. Interpreter John Hamant talks about portraying Benjamin Franklin. Additional resources
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Jul 25 2011 George Washington's FarewellGeorge Washington's 1796 Farewell Address teems with advice that rings true today. Listen to interpreter Ron Carnegie read excepts from the timeless epistle. Additional resources
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| Jul 11 2011 Give Me Liberty Or Give Me DeathPatrick Henry demands liberty or death in his rousing 1775 speech. Hear the immortal words voiced by interpreter Richard Schumann. Additional resources
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Jun 6 2011 Washington's Whiskey StillGeorge Washington's retirement venture had a high alcohol content. Mount Vernon's Director of Preservation, Dennis Pogue, leads us on a tour through Washington's whiskey distillery. Additional resources
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| May 30 2011 Age of PiracyPirates seek treasure both sunken and sea-going, from the 17th century through today. William and Mary Professor Kris Lane draws the connections between the old traditions and the fresh emergences of piracy. Additional resources
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May 16 2011 What Makes a Good President?Author and historian Alan Brinkley shares his thoughts on the alchemy of luck and chance in the Oval Office. Additional resources
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| Mar 7 2011 Jefferson's Boyhood HomeA new examination of Thomas Jefferson's boyhood home reveals the forces that shaped the third president. Author Susan Kern talks about her new book, "The Jeffersons at Shadwell." Additional resources
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Feb 28 2011 A Dangerous JobListen to the story of Gowan Pamphlet, the first ordained slave preacher in America. Additional resources
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| Apr 12 2010 Patrick Henry's SecretAmerican patriot Patrick Henry is burdened with his first wife's tragic decline into insanity. Interpreter Richard Schumann tells the tale. Additional resources
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Mar 29 2010 Thomas Jefferson, EngineerThomas Jefferson approached mechanical problems with an engineer's mind. Historic Interpreter Bill Barker continues his reflection on this founding father's areas of expertise. Additional resources
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| Mar 22 2010 Thomas Jefferson, ScientistThomas Jefferson's passion for politics is rivaled only by his passion for science. Historic Interpreter Bill Barker shares his study of the third president. Additional resources
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Mar 1 2010 Daniel BooneFolk legend Daniel Boone was a reluctant hero in his lifetime. Historic Interpreter Scott New tells the story of the humble hunter. Additional resources
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| Jun 23 2008 The Jefferson BlogA new blog subjects Thomas Jefferson's ideals to modern scrutiny. Add your two cents beginning this July. Additional resources
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Feb 18 2008 Washington as a SymbolWashington's leadership was an appealing surrogate for the king's paternal presence. Historian Kevin Kelly discusses the first president's legacy. Additional resources
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| Sep 24 2007 Prelude to Victory"Prelude to Victory" celebrates the anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown with three days of special programs that recall September 26, 27, and 28, 1781. Additional resources
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Jul 23 2007 A Loyal SubjectLoyal subjects of the king walked among Williamsburg's revolutionaries. Colonial Williamsburg's Jack Flintom interprets John Randolph's allegiance to King George III. Additional resources
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| Jul 2 2007 The Declaration of IndependenceHear the words that were catalyst to the Revolution, read by Bill Barker, Colonial Williamsburg's Thomas Jefferson. Additional resources
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Apr 2 2007 Education for Citizenship, Part TwoCitizen participation is as vital to democracy today as it was at the dawn of our nation, says Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President Colin Campbell. Additional resources
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| Mar 26 2007 Education for Citizenship in Revolutionary CityTo bring life to the struggles and principles of the 18th century is the goal that guides Revolutionary City programs, says Colonial Williamsburg Foundation President Colin Campbell. Additional resources
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Jan 22 2007 A Conversation With Benedict ArnoldWhat would Benedict Arnold have to say for himself? Interpreter Ken Johnston gives listeners a taste. Additional resources
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| Nov 27 2006 Benedict ArnoldColonial Williamsburg actor-interpreter Ken Johnston says "founding father" might be a more apt description than "traitor" for the man who was more loyal to his principles than his party. Additional resources
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Jul 24 2006 Thomas Jefferson vs. Patrick HenryBill Barker as Thomas Jefferson and Richard Schumann as Patrick Henry continue their debate on the role of religion in government. Additional resources
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| Jul 17 2006 Thomas Jefferson on ReligionThomas Jefferson speaks of his statute of Virginia for religious freedom, as delivered here by Bill Barker. Additional resources
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Jul 10 2006 Patrick Henry on ReligionPatrick Henry's passion for his beliefs comes alive in Richard Schumann's interpretation of the patriot's thoughts on the importance of religious faith in daily life. Additional resources
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| Jul 3 2006 Declaration of IndependenceBill Barker, interpreting Thomas Jefferson reads the Declaration of Independence. Additional resources
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Apr 24 2006 Marquis de LafayetteMark Schneider portrays French general Marquis de Lafayette, whose passion for the cause of freedom helped America win liberty from British rule. Additional resources
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| Feb 13 2006 Being George WashingtonRon Carnegie enjoys interpreting our nation's first president - a man whose character he clearly admires. Additional resources
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Dec 26 2005 Governor-elect Kaine on his historic inaugurationTim Kaine is the first governor to be inaugurated on the site of the colonial Capitol in Williamsburg since Thomas Jefferson. Additional resources
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| Aug 29 2005 Interpreting Patrick HenryRichard Schumann discusses the intensity and passionate character of Patrick Henry. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
Aug 1 2005 Foundation PresidentColin Campbell discusses the joys and challenges of leading the foundation whose mission is to teach history,"that the future may learn from the past." Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
| Jul 4 2005 Declaration of IndependenceBill Barker, interpreting Thomas Jefferson, reads the Declaration of Independence. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
Jun 30 2005 Jefferson ScholarshipBill Barker discusses the vast amount of historical study of Jefferson currently available and ponders why we are so interested in the man today. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
| Jun 14 2005 Richard Schumann on Patrick Henry and IndependenceWhenever there was trouble in Williamsburg, it's a sure bet Patrick Henry was in the middle of it. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
May 28 2005 Bill Barker on portraying Thomas JeffersonInterpreting Thomas Jefferson is almost an around-the-clock commitment. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
