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SUMMARY:Jack Ruby - Hothead\, Hitman or Patriot?
DESCRIPTION:Jack Ruby – Hothead\, Hitman\, or Patriot?\nHere is what we know for sure.  Jack Ruby was an erratic\, violent man who murdered Lee Harvey Oswald. \n \nThe most hotly debated question related to this infamous crime is WHY Jack Ruby chose to murder Lee Harvey Oswald.  Some conspiracy theorists focus on Ruby’s ties to Chicago’s organized crime Outfit and claim that he shot Oswald on orders from the Mafia in order to protect the Mob leaders who ordered JFK’s assassination.  Other theorists jump on his ties to the Dallas Police and say he was a hitman working for THEM! (The statements would seem contradictory unless you assume that the Mafia and the Dallas Police conspired to murder Oswald!) \nThis very unique\, in-depth multi-media presentation explores Jack Ruby’s dark past\, his countless acts of spontaneous violence\, and his twisted relationships with women\, colleagues\, employers\, and mobsters.  We will look at all of the major theories that attempt to explain Jack Ruby’s strange behavior. Using the documented details from his odd life and his painful death\, we will eventually see which theory best explains Jack Ruby’s decision to murder Lee Harvey Oswald. \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jack-ruby/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History
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SUMMARY:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas - A Multimedia Biography
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas\nThomas Edison (1847 – 1931) was a genius! He is best remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time.  Edison was certainly that!  Edison was not terribly interested in theoretical science. Instead\, he concentrated on practical discoveries such as the light bulb\, motion picture cameras\, sound recording\, and voting machines.  Thomas Edison’s bright ideas transformed the world!  His inventions changed the lives of all Americans and ushered in a period of explosive economic growth as technology created new jobs\, opportunities and investments. \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. \nTHIS ZOOM EVENT IS FREE — It starts at 6 pm Central Time and 7 pm Eastern Time! — CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/thomas-edison-bright-ideas-3/
LOCATION:Upper Saddle River Library\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:American History,Economic History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T144500
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SUMMARY:History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning
DESCRIPTION: History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning\nMississippi Burning: The Civil Rights Era is one of the most exciting\, important\, and electrifying eras in American history. \nIt had everything from a cinematic standpoint: dynamic lead characters\, powerful and determined villains\, mystery\, mood\, motivation\, and manipulation. Nonetheless\, movies about the era have generally not been hits\, and despite the hype about Selma\, no great masterpiece of filmmaking has yet emerged. “Mississippi Burning”  is a brilliant film but utter nonsense from a historical point of view. “Selma” is a maddening jumble. In its sections on Martin Luther King\, it is extraordinary. In its sections on Lyndon Johnson\, it is completely misleading. “Ghosts of Mississippi” is an earnest and well-made film about the trial of the murderer of Medgar Evers. However\, unless you already knew quite a bit about Medgar Evers\, you would leave the film wondering who exactly he was. \nSome of the best films about the Civil Rights Movement have actually been made-for-TV films. Clark Johnson directed “Boycott”  for HBO\, and it combines arresting visuals with superb acting. The Rosa Parks made-for-TV movie was likewise very good. Spike Lee directed an outstanding documentary\, “Four Little Girls.”  But so far\, a genuine cinematic masterpiece about the Civil Rights Era has eluded filmmakers. \nIn this fast-moving and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, we will look at clips from some films about the Civil Rights Movement.   Our special focus will be on “Mississippi Burning.” Using inside stories\, personal anecdotes\, and a clear timeline\, we will see how this brilliantly made film distorted history and changed America’s perceptions about the Movement. \nCheck this out: in “Mississippi Burning\,”  the FBI gets an invaluable ship to find out where the bodies are buried. The screenwriter and director had to fictionalize where the tip came from. That is because the mystery informant had never been revealed. Working with the brilliant investigative reporter Jerry Mitchell\, I was able to help figure out where the tip had come from – Jerry uncovered the identity of the mysterious “Mr. X.” Click here to find out who he was! \n. 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/history-vs-the-movies-mississippi-burning-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
DESCRIPTION: Who Killed JFK?\n I’ll Tell You! \n \nThe murder of John F. Kennedy on November 22\, 1963\, shocked the nation. A suspect was quickly arrested and subsequently murdered. President Lyndon Johnson appointed a blue ribbon committee – the Warren Commission – to answer the question: who killed JFK? \nTheir conclusion was that Lee Harvey Oswald was the sole assassin. Immediately\, the public was skeptical. Stephen King described Oswald as “a semi-educated hillbilly with delusions of grandeur.” How could such an insignificant loser pull off such a dastardly crime? And why did Jack Ruby\, accused of being a Mob member\, kill Oswald? \nWe have been through with whispered knowledge of conspiracies and confessions and coverups. And so the public has asked for an explanation of the “magic bullet.” \nAnd the contradictory witness statements. \nAnd Oswald’s shadowy past. \nAnd all of the “secret files.” \nAnd all of the conspiracy theories. \nAnd all of the “mysterious deaths” associated with the assassination? \nBooks and articles\, movies and documentaries have raised in innumerable questions about who killed JFK. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis\nSo who killed JFK? I will attempt to answer as many of these questions as possible. First I will attempt to separate historical fact from theory & speculation. Second\, I will show what the historical record actually indicates happened. We have access to much more information today then the Warren Commission had in 1963/4 or the House of Representatives had in 1977. Third\, we will examine what modern computer forensics can tell us about the crime. For instance\, the Warren Commission had access to the “Zapruder Film.”  Today\, we can use computers to enhance and analyze the film. We can use modern technology to analyze the path of each of the bullets that were fired. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis \nAnd we can use computers to isolate the mysterious sounds captured by a Dallas motorcycle patrolman.  In 1977\, the House of Representatives believed that the recording showed four shots fired in Dealy Plaza.  The National Academy of Science\, among many other groups\, have taken the same sound recordings and used state-of-the-art technology to analyze them. What do we know now? \nYou may not agree with my conclusions\, but you will definitely learn a lot and come away with a new perspective about the historical record of who killed JFK. \nBONUS! Click Here to read the amazing story of how one of President Kennedy’s most trusted Secret Service agents saved the life of Harry Truman – TWICE!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jfk-murder-4-2-2/
LOCATION:Lake Forest Library\, 360 E. Deerpath Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTAMP:20210825T171644Z
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SUMMARY:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas - A Multimedia Biography
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas\nThomas Edison (1847 – 1931) was a genius! He is best remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time.  Edison was certainly that!  But the great Edison was not terribly interested in theoretical science. Instead\, (like Benjamin Franklin) he concentrated on practical discoveries such as the light bulb\, motion picture cameras\, sound recording\, and voting machines.  Thomas Edison’s bright ideas transformed the world!  His inventions changed the lives of all Americans and ushered in a period of explosive economic growth as technology created new jobs\, opportunities\, and investments. \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. \nALL REGISTRATION IS THROUGH NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER! I DO NOT HAVE THE LINKS!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/thomas-edison-bright-ideas-3-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Economic History
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SUMMARY:The Civil War In 1864 -65
DESCRIPTION:The Civil War In 1864 -65 marks the culmination of the battle to reunify the land\, crush the terrorists and end the barbaric practice of slavery. Although the fighting ends when the brilliant leadership of Generals Grant\, Sherman\, Sheridan\, and Meade and Admiral Farragut finally destroys the terrorist army threatening the United States Of America\, the end of the Civil War also brings about the murder of Abraham Lincoln. \nThe brutal killing of our greatest President by a  motley group of terrorists dooms the South to almost a century of racial antagonism\, poverty and strife. As we think about the end of the Civil War\, we will also think about what it heralded for the future. \nPlease don’t miss this amazing multimedia presentation! \nALL REGISTRATION IS THROUGH HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR CENTER. I DO NOT HAAVE THE ZOOM LINKS!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-civil-war-in-1864-65-2/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:American History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T203000
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SUMMARY:1920 - A Turning Point In American History!
DESCRIPTION:1920 was a fascinating year that ushered in an amazing decade!  \n \nWas it a liberal time or conservative? In the same year that women got the right to vote\, Americans lost the right to buy alcohol. \nThe complexity of 1920 open the door. Although Americans tend to think of “The Roaring 20s” as the era of flappers\, bathtub gin\, Al Capone\, a booming stock market\, and a much more liberal sexual atmosphere\, the decade was far more complex. The atmosphere of social liberalism was being counterbalanced by the non-stop election of conservative Republicans\, a major pushback from organized religion\, and signs of a deteriorating economy despite seeming prosperity.  \n1920 saw two seemingly opposite trends converge. On the one hand\, Americans overwhelmingly elected very conservative\, old-fashioned politicians who promised a return to traditional values. But at the same time\, they were beginning to flout conventional norms of behavior. As an example: we outlawed the sale of alcohol\, and almost immediately\, there grew a massive underground culture of drinking\, new criminal organizations to sell booze\, and the glorification of mobsters who opposed the very government\, the voters\, had just elected! \nWe will focus on the specific year of 1920 – taking a deep dive into the culture\, sports\, movies\, economy\, and major news stories of a most fascinating\, transitional year! \nREGISTER: CLICK HERE! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1920-1/
LOCATION:Wauconda Public Library\, 801 N. Main Street\, Wauconda\, IL\, 60084\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTAMP:20210814T182936Z
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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! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1921-2/
LOCATION:Syosset Public Library\, 225 South Oyster Bar Road\, Syosset\, NY\, 11791\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Legal History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210815T153000
DTSTAMP:20210802T033702Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T033702Z
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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! \nREGISTER: https://aapld.libnet.info/event/5244140\n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1971/
LOCATION:Algonquin Area Public Library District\, 2600 Harnish Dr. \, lgonquin\, IL 60102
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T150000
DTSTAMP:20210528T034316Z
CREATED:20200529T155552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T034316Z
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SUMMARY:Lincoln's Year Decision: 1863
DESCRIPTION:1863 was a turning point in America. Abraham Lincoln had struggled with the question of how to handle the issue of slavery. He was personally opposed to human beings’ enslavement but didn’t think the government had the power to end it. In this powerful multimedia presentation\, we will look at how the battles and trials of 1863 changed America and led Lincoln to declare the Emancipation Proclamation. Among the fascinating topics we will look at will be the Gettysburg address\, the major battles of 1863\, Lincoln’s declaration of the first thanksgiving day\, and how Lincoln’s view on emancipation changed.\nIn 1863\, Abraham Lincoln made the rationale for winning the war\, not just the preservation of the Union but also the destruction and elimination of the barbaric practice of slavery. At Gettysburg\, Lincoln made one of the most memorable speeches of all time\, declaring\,| “that government of the people\, by the people\, for the people\, shall not perish from the earth.”  \nIn 1863 Lincoln showed his great compassion and deep faith by declaring the first National Thanksgiving Day – despite the carnage of the War. \nFinally\, as battles raged and riots erupted\, President Abraham Lincoln announced the \nEmancipation Proclamation. The Proclamation made it clear that the purpose of the Civil War had shifted\, we were no longer in a fight just for national unity. We were now fighting to end the barbaric practice of enslaving human beings. However\, victory against the terrorists was still far from certain. Lincoln’s moral stance elevated the purpose of the War to something noble. \nPlease don’t miss this amazing multimedia presentation! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-civil-war-in-1863-2/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:American History
ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T143000
DTSTAMP:20210715T145316Z
CREATED:20170830T155635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T145316Z
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SUMMARY:The Revolutionary War
DESCRIPTION:Most Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War.   \nAlthough certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence –  many people would be hard-pressed to name a major battle\, a leading general\, or even how the War For Independence ended.  Recent events in America have caused some to question whether we should even have statues of George Washington on public display. \nTHE REVOLUTIONARY WAR\n In this four-part series on the Revolutionary War\, we will examine why the freest and most prosperous colonials in the world decided to declare independence from a mother country that had protected them. We will look at the roots of the war\, the Declaration of Independence\, the early battles\, including Lexington\, Concord\, and Bunker Hill\, before transitioning into a longer look at the seven years of fighting necessary for America to begin its experiment in participatory democracy. We will also look at the amazing and diverse leaders who guided America. Benjamin Franklin\,James Monroe\, John Adams\, Paul Revere\, George Washington\, Thomas Jefferson\, and Alexander Hamilton will be some of the people we will meet. I encourage you to learn more about how America came to be! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/revolution-4/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Military History,Political History
ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T143000
DTSTAMP:20210715T144931Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T144931Z
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SUMMARY:Roots Of The Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In this exciting and thought-provoking presentation\, we will examine the roots of the Revolution.  \nThe American colonies were prosperous and enjoyed unprecedented freedom from the rule of the British empire. So what went wrong?  Why did the Continental Congress feel the need to protest\, raise an Army\, and declare independence? We will take a deep dive into the events\, arguments\, and personalities involved with the beginning of the American experiment.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/roots-of-the-revolution-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History
ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210708T143000
DTSTAMP:20210322T222529Z
CREATED:20141101T234713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T222529Z
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SUMMARY:George Washington: The Perfect Man For America
DESCRIPTION:George Washington is America’s greatest hero. He was our greatest soldier. He was also our greatest President.  His contemporaries already knew that he was a man whose importance to the nation could never be questioned.  One of the most honored statesmen of the day had this to say when Washington died: “First in war\, first in peace\, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.”  \n \nGeorge Washington was tall\, athletic\, and absolutely fearless. Yet his military career was spotted before Congress appointed him to be the commanding General the head of the Continental Army\, Click here to read a fascinating account of why he is still the highest-ranking American military officer of all time. Although we remember him as a great General\, his first year of command was disastrous!   \nBut then at the Battle Of Trenton. General Washington’s courage\, daring\, and heroic leadership became evident to the world. That battle is best remembered for the breathtaking Christmas crossing of the Delaware River\, but it also holds the amazing distinction of the first military battle ever fought in an urban setting! More importantly\, the Battle Of Trenton directly changed the course of the history of America – and the entire world! It is the single most important battle in the history of the USA. \n \nClick here to read more about why the Battle of Trenton is so important to the history of the world. \nAfter the Revolution\, of course\, Washington’s fame and importance only grew. As the first President of the United States\, he helped turn America from a series of promises laid out in the Declaration of Independence into a living Republic that continues to shine as a beacon of freedom and hope to people and nations around the world. \nThis multimedia presentation will offer a new perspective on the personality of the greatest American of all time! \n  \n\n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/george-washington-perfect-man-america-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210708T100000
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SUMMARY:Women Who Have Run For President
DESCRIPTION:What do Victoria Woodhull\, Gracie Allen\, Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Dole have in common?  \nThey are among the many and amazing\, completely fascinating women who have run for President!  We now see the election of a woman as President is not a mater of ‘if’ – it is simply a matter of ‘when’ and who! \nWith an unprecedented number of serious female candidates running for the Democratic nomination in 2020 and Republican Nikki Haley eyeing the GOP nod in 2024\, this topic takes on even greater urgency! \nIn this unique\, fast moving and thought provoking presentation\, national award winning public speaker and historian Barry Bradford will share the fascinating stories of the women who blazed the way for a sea change in the political process . It won’t be Hillary Clinton or Sarah Palin\, but iIncluded in the presentation be a prediction of who will be the 1st woman to be elected president! It may happen as soon as the Election of 2020! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/women-run-president-2019-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Political History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210701T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210701T143000
DTSTAMP:20210322T220840Z
CREATED:20150603T144000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T220840Z
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SUMMARY:Benjamin Franklin
DESCRIPTION: Benjamin Franklin has been called “The First American.” Certainly\, there is no life that can compare to his. Benjamin Franklin was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although Franklin started his life in poverty\, he grew to be phenomenally wealthy. \nFranklin was a fantastic businessman\, a brilliant writer\, a political leader of immeasurable importance to America\, a world-renowned scientist\, and his inventions have been credited with saving countless lives throughout the centuries. And Franklin was also one of the funniest\, most charming\, and highly respected men of all times \nIn this fast-moving multimedia presentation\, we will look at all aspects of the life of the amazing \n \nBenjamin Franklin.  He invented the lightning rod\, bifocal glasses\, the Franklin stove (which heated American homes for many years)\, the first working pedometer and so many other practical items. But I think one of his greatest inventions is a little harder to recognize. Click here to read a short piece about what I consider Benjamin Franklin’s greatest invention. This exciting and unexpected multimedia presentation will examine Franklin’s immensely important role in shaping American business\, giving voice to the new American nation\, and transforming the world through his experiments and inventions. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/benjamin-franklin-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T143000
DTSTAMP:20210625T174943Z
CREATED:20140402T214801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T174943Z
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SUMMARY:1862 The Civil War Year By Year- The Battle For America
DESCRIPTION:1862 The Civil War At 150\n\n\n\n\nA Nation Divided – 1862 The Civil War\n\n\n\nWhen the Civil War began\, both sides believed the war would end quickly. They could not have been more wrong. At the two-day Battle of Shiloh\, there were more American casualties than in the entire Revolutionary War\, the War Of 1812\, and the Mexican – American War – combined. Both sides realized that the War would be long and bloody and that the casualty count would stagger the imagination. \nThe Southern (“Confederate” traitors were helped in 1862 by good military leadership but their cause was hurt by inept political leadership fighting for the right to hold human beings as forced laborers  sexual slaves under the guise of “State’s Rights.”  \nThe United States Of America was hurt by the uneven military leadership and helped enormously by political leadership that evolved and grew in purpose and resolve. \nIn this week’s presentation\, we will trace the dual paths of the USA and the traitors and note the emergence of General Grant. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1862-civil-war/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T200000
DTSTAMP:20210528T034447Z
CREATED:20200529T155552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T034447Z
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SUMMARY:Lincolns Year of Decision 1863
DESCRIPTION: \n1863 was a turning point in America. Abraham Lincoln had struggled with the question of how to handle the issue of slavery. He was personally opposed to human beings’ enslavement but didn’t think the government had the power to end it. In this powerful multimedia presentation\, we will look at how the battles and trials of 1863 changed America and led Lincoln to declare the Emancipation Proclamation. Among the fascinating topics\, we will look at will be the Gettysburg address\, the major battles of 1863\, Lincoln’s declaration of the first thanksgiving day\, and how Lincoln’s view on emancipation changed.\nIn 1863\, Abraham Lincoln made the rationale for winning the war\, not just the preservation of the Union but also the destruction and elimination of the barbaric practice of slavery. At Gettysburg\, Lincoln made one of the most memorable speeches of all time\, declaring\,| “that government of the people\, by the people\, for the people\, shall not perish from the earth.”  \nIn 1863 Lincoln showed his great compassion and deep faith by declaring the first National Thanksgiving Day – despite the carnage of the War. \nFinally\, as battles raged and riots erupted\, President Abraham Lincoln announced the \nEmancipation Proclamation. The purpose of the Civil War had shifted\, although victory against the terrorists was still far from certain. Lincoln’s moral stance elevated the purpose of the War to something noble. \nPlease don’t miss this amazing multimedia presentation!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-civil-war-in-1863-3/
LOCATION:Cook Memorial Library\, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave\, Libertyville\, 60048\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T143000
DTSTAMP:20210521T155938Z
CREATED:20150714T194746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T155938Z
UID:10174-1622638800-1622644200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Phil Spector And The Murder Of Lana Clarkson
DESCRIPTION:Phil Spector And The Murder Of Lana Clarkson\nIt sounds like an Agatha Christie story – a brilliant but troubled music producer takes a stunning actress who was down on her luck back to his Tyrolian mansion for a drink. Two people are in the room. There is one gun. She ends up dead. Was it a murder? An accident? A suicide? A brilliant prosecutor and his superb assistant had to fight off the O. J. Simpson dream team to convince a jury that Phil Spector was guilty. \nThe problem: not only did the defendant have nearly unlimited resources and the ability to purchase the best attorneys and experts in the world\, but he had history on his side. No person who was a celebrity before their arrest had ever been convicted of murder in the USA! \nThe riveting murder trial of the bizarre Phil Spector played out very differently than the trial of O. J. Simpson. Although Spector hired members of O. J.’s ‘dream team\,’ In this case\, a competent judge and a superb prosecutor made the evidence the center of the case. You will be fascinated by each team of lawyers’ intricate and detailed strategies and the colorful cast of characters called as witnesses. \nFinally\, we will also look at how a crazed HBO movie written and directed by David Mamet tried to make the argument that Spector was actually innocent! (Mamet admitted that the facts of the case did not matter to him.)Sex\, glamour\, forensics\, high-priced lawyers – this trial has everything! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/phil-spector-and-the-murder-of-lana-clarkson-7/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T150000
DTSTAMP:20210513T150951Z
CREATED:20140402T172042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T150951Z
UID:10183-1622208600-1622214000@barrybradford.com
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T130000
DTSTAMP:20210321T225820Z
CREATED:20210208T145629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T225820Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T110000
DTSTAMP:20210505T145233Z
CREATED:20141106T024748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210505T145233Z
UID:10172-1621416600-1621422000@barrybradford.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T170000
DTSTAMP:20210517T004113Z
CREATED:20210516T202353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T004113Z
UID:10195-1621351800-1621357200@barrybradford.com
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T143000
DTSTAMP:20210505T144419Z
CREATED:20140327T015649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210505T144419Z
UID:10170-1620997200-1621002600@barrybradford.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T130000
DTSTAMP:20210321T212637Z
CREATED:20210321T205418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T212637Z
UID:10031-1620732600-1620738000@barrybradford.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T143000
DTSTAMP:20210318T154950Z
CREATED:20210318T154950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T154950Z
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SUMMARY:Nellie Bly And Dorothy Kilgallen
DESCRIPTION:Nellie Bly and Dorothy Kilgallen are two of the most groundbreaking female journalists in American history. \n  \nNellie Bly fearlessly exposed the harsh\, unfair working conditions for mill workers in Pittsburgh\, drawing the ire of the richest people in the city. She served as her newspaper\,s foreign correspondent in Mexico before being run out of the country for exposing governmental corruption\, risked her life going undercover in a “mental asylum” in New York\, and set a record for the fastest trip around the world – all before she was 25 years old! \n  \nDorothy Kilgallen was the first woman journalist in American history to be a murder reporter\, breaking front-page scoop after scoop before she imitated Nellie Bly and competed in a race around the world -All before she was 25 years old. She later became an important celebrity columnist\, broke major stories\, and was the first mainstream reporter to challenge the Warren Commission. As she was preparing a book\, purporting to prove that the murder of President John F Kennedy was a conspiracy\, Dorothy Kilgallen died under very mysterious circumstances. \n  \nNellie Bly and Dorothy Kilgallen each used the power of the press to try and help make society more fair. And each opened the door for many more women to become journalists.  This multimedia presentation is exciting\, fascinating\, and even a little scary as we follow these women who risked their lives in pursuit of the truth.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nellie-bly-and-dorothy-kilgallen/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210312T143000
DTSTAMP:20210322T235409Z
CREATED:20210322T235341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T235409Z
UID:10008-1615554000-1615559400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Ida B Wells and Oprah Winfrey
DESCRIPTION:This brand new multimedia presentation looks at the lives of two amazing African-American female journalists. Each was born in Mississippi\, moved to Tennessee\, and built an amazing life in Chicago. \nIda B. Wells is often credited as being the first true investigative reporter. Her exposes on lynching put her life in jeopardy\, but helped shape the national debate about civil rights\, law\, and domestic terrorism. Arguably the most important African-American female suffragist\, she for tirelessly to get women the right to vote and then was deeply disappointed when most African-American women still could not participate in the electoral process. \nOprah Winfrey might be the most famous woman in America. She is the wealthiest self-made African-American of all time. Her influential talk show\, speeches\, specials\, and magazines have all had enormous impact on the nation. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ida-b-wells-and-oprah-winfrey/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights
ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T143000
DTSTAMP:20210302T154338Z
CREATED:20210302T154338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T154338Z
UID:9953-1614862800-1614868200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks
DESCRIPTION:Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks are two of the greatest heroes in American history. Each of these courageous women risked her life for the betterment of others. Neither achieved wealth\, and both knew great sorrow before becoming historical icons. \n  \n Mrs. Tubman is best known for risking her life on numerous missions deep behind enemy lines to rescue people suffering under the unspeakable cruelty of slavery. She was also an army spy\, nurse\, cook\, and the first woman in American military history to lead Army troops into battle \n  \nAmerica remembers Mrs. Parks for the courageous moment in which her act of humane refusal to submit to the segregation system’s unspeakable cruelty help to spark a revolution for the betterment of all of America. But she was a long-time civil rights activist\, educator\, and philanthropist whose long lifetime uplifted the United States. Comparison to Mrs. Parks in American history\, click here! \n  \nAs we consider Harriet Chapman and Rosa Parks\, we discover how one courageous person’s act of heroism can inspire and change a nation. Amazingly\, Mrs. Tubman and Mrs. Parks were alive at the same time for 34 days. Click here to read more. Mrs. Tubman died 34 days after Rosa Parks was born. It’s not hard to imagine that as a passing of the torch to The next generation of heroic women.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/harriet-tubman-and-rosa-parks/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T143000
DTSTAMP:20210208T150419Z
CREATED:20210208T145629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T150419Z
UID:9878-1613653200-1613658600@barrybradford.com
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! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1971-50-years-ago-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T203000
DTSTAMP:20201220T201953Z
CREATED:20190103T161138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201220T201953Z
UID:9693-1609959600-1609965000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Looking Back - Looking Ahead - 2020 in Review/Predictions for 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is\, without question\, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year\, this program sold out at every venue – so reserve your seats early! \nIn early December of each year\, I present a look back at the year that is coming to a close. I will list: \n√ Top Ten News Stories of 2020 \n√ Top Ten Quotes of 2020 \n√ Top Ten New Words of 2020 \n√ Important Deaths of 2020 \nAnd then comes the part everyone enjoys – I will make ten specific predictions for 2021! And just to keep me honest\, I will show you exactly what I predicted for 2020. We will assess how correct – or not – I was!! \n  \nCLICK HERE to register
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2020-2022-4/
LOCATION:Schaumburg Public Library\, 130 S. Roselle Road\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201211T113000
DTSTAMP:20200117T222215Z
CREATED:20190103T161138Z
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SUMMARY:Looking Back - Looking Ahead - 2020 in Review/Predictions for 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is\, without question\, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year\, this program sold out at every venue – so reserve your seats early!fast  \nIn early December of each year\, I present a look back at the year that is coming to a close. I will list: \n√ Top Ten News Stories of 2020 \n√ Top Ten Quotes of 2020 \n√ Top Ten New Words of 2020 \n√ Important Deaths of 2020 \nAnd then comes the part every one enjoys – I will make ten specific predictions for 2021! And just to keep myself honest\, I will show you exactly what I predicted for 2020. We will assess how correct – or not – I was!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2020-2022/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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