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SUMMARY:1921
DESCRIPTION:Today\, our multimedia time capsule takes us all the way back to 1921. World War One was over\, the Republicans regained control of the government\, and America was recovering from the flu pandemic. So what was American life like 100 years ago? In this brand new addition to our popular “History and Perspective” Series\, we will look at life in America in 1921. \nThis fascinating presentation will explore many fascinating facets of 1921. We will examine the top news stories of the year and learn what everyday items cost. You will be amazed as you hear about: the famous people who were born and died that year\, the most popular movies and sports stars of the time. What was invented in 1921\, and what can we learn from that tumultuous year? In many ways\, 1921 was a year similar to 2021. It was a year of transition and hope and the desire to return to traditional\, normal patterns of life\, politics\, community\, and optimism. If this sounds intriguing\, it’s because 1921 was a fascinating year! Join us! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1921’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \n  \nWhen: May 11\, 2021\, 11:30 AM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtfuCtrj8jH9PCD-D2tz8TcFq5sEnP1OOa \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/10031/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Legal History,Political History
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SUMMARY:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas - A Multimedia Biography
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas\nThomas Edison was a genius! He is best remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time.  Edison was certainly that!  He concentrated on practical discoveries such as the light bulb\, motion picture cameras\, sound recording.  Thomas Edison’s bright ideas transformed the world!  His inventions changed the lives of all Americans. \nBut as you will discover in this fascinating multimedia biography\, Thomas Edison was also a pioneering and visionary businessman\, a philosopher\, and a mentor.  He also had some forward-thinking – and wrongheaded – views of society. We will explore the roots of his personality. You’ll see how his personal struggles with learning disabilities and hearing loss make his accomplishments all the more remarkable. \nWe will look at his unique family dynamic\, the early manifestations of his genius\, the controversies surrounding his patents\, and some of his offbeat and dubious beliefs.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/thomas-edison-bright-ideas-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Economic History
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SUMMARY:The Integration Of Central High School - Little Rock\, 1957
DESCRIPTION:The integration of Central High School  – Little Rock 1957 was one of the most dramatic turning points in American History. For the first time since the Supreme Court had declared school segregation illegal\, the federal government took decisive action to protect African American students’ rights. When conservative Republican President Dwight Eisenhower sent paratroopers to occupy parts of Little Rock to open the schools\, he set a precedent for the federal government once again protecting disadvantaged Minority people’s rights for the first time since Reconstruction.  \nThe Integration Of Central High School – Little Rock\, 1957\nIn this dramatic\, insightful\, and continuously surprising multimedia presentation\, Presidential and Congressional award-winning civil rights historian Barry Bradford will present not only the dramatic events of 1957 but give us great insights into the personalities\, context\, and community that surrounded the confrontation.  Terrorism and patriotism; courage and cowardice; presidential leadership and white supremacists all come into conflict as America had to decide whether or not we truly meant the words written in our Declaration of Independence: “We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal.”
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/10195/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Legal History
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SUMMARY:The Election Of 1960
DESCRIPTION:The election of 1960 was one of the most dramatic elections in American history. Until the halted recount in the election of 2000\, it was the closest  Presidential election in our lifetimes.  This riveting multimedia presentation features amazing anecdotes\, entry insights\, and numerous fascinating film clips to help put this most momentous campaign into perspective. \nRichard M. Nixon was coming off of eight years serving as vice president to Dwight D. Eisenhower\, one of the most popular Republican presidents of all time. Nixon had experience in domestic and foreign policy and was a veteran of many tough campaigns. Still very young\, he offered a new face for the Republican Party’s future. He became the first sitting vice president to earn his party’s nomination since John C Breckenridge exactly 100 years earlier. \n  \nJohn F. Kennedy was only a few years younger than Richard Nixon\, whom he considered something of a friend. Kennedy was seen as a lightweight in the Senate\, according to the Democrat’s Majority Leader\, Lyndon Johnson. JFK was criticized for proposing no major legislation during his Senate tenure. \n Significantly\, John Kennedy often missed long stretches of time in the Senate due to surgeries and hospitalizations. However\, the Massachusetts senator was a war hero\, handsome\, charismatic\, and a best-selling author. He had to defeat several older and much better-known Democrats (including Adlai Stevenson\, Lyndon Johnson\, and Hubert Humphrey to earn the nomination. \nAnd then came the campaign for president! Nixon’s national reputation vs. Kennedy’s cool and charisma. With polls showing just a slight Nixon lead throughout the summer\, the two men agreed to something that had never happened before: a series of presidential debates. Those debates turned the course of the election and changed politics. They demonstrated the importance of television in future campaigns. Throw into the mix the rest of Martin Luther King Jr.\, Nixon’s phlebitis\, Kennedy’s mafia connections\, mystery votes in Illinois\, and odd campaign choices by Nixon\, and you have the makings of a fascinating campaign! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/election-1960-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:1971 - 50 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Our time capsule is set for 1971 – 50 years ago\, \nThis multimedia presentation explores this important\, transitional year. We will look at the famous people who were born or died\, the major inventions\, what things cost\, the most popular television shows and movies\, the top songs\, fashions\, and the most important news stories of 1971. \nWhat were you doing in 1971 – 50 years ago? From the death of the first African American to win the Nobel Peace prize to the first human-made object to circle another planet\, from the War in Vietnam and release of the Pentagon papers to the premiere of “All In The Family\,” 1971 was a fascinating year! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1971’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \n Registration \nWhen: May 25\, 2021\, 11:30 AM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdu6rqDkoHdOCdc9BA8VTqjSkhVEoZwDl \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1971-50-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History
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SUMMARY:1861 The Civil War Year By Year - Reflections On Amercia's Deadliest War
DESCRIPTION:1860 & 1861 The Civil War Year By Year\nEvery Wednesday in June\, we will look at a different year in the Civil War! The Declaration Of Independence stated\, “We hold these truths to be self-evident\, that all men are created equal…” The Civil War tested whether or not we really meant it. In 1860 and 1861 the Civil War began. \nThis exciting four-week series will trace the history of the Civil War. In 1860\, our nation faced one of the most crucial elections in our history.  Four great candidates stood for office.  The only real issue was slavery.  Today we see the practice of kidnapping human beings and holding them against their will as abhorrent.  In 1860\, the economy and social structure of an entire region of the United States was built on the premise that kidnapping and bondage were acceptable means of making money.  Our four-week series begins with an in-depth look at the Lincoln Douglas debates of 1858\, the election of 1860\, and the secession of the Confederate States. \nIn 1861 the United States Civil War began in earnest.  We saw American citizens in revolt against the Constitution while holding millions of people against their will.  We saw personal tragedies unfold as the tender-hearted Abraham Lincoln saw the body of the first American patriot killed by the rebels brought back to Washington DC.  The body was that of Elmer Ellsworth.  He was a close friend of Lincoln’s. The death of Elmer Ellsworth represents the personal nature of this deadly fight. \nPeople happily brought picnic baskets to watch the First Battle Of Bull Run unfold.  By the end of the battle\, America knew was not glamorous and victory would be difficult. Among the topics to be covered are the election of 1860\, the secession of the terrorist groups\, and the first year of the Civil War. \nWe will explore how in 1861 the Civil War began a great test of America’s moral purpose\, military strength and future direction began. \nToday the battlefields of the Civil War are quiet. \n \nWe will see how they were the sites of the greatest struggle in American history. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1861-civil-war-3/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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