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The Revolutionary War

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

Most Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War.   Although 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 … Continue reading

The Life of Winston Churchill (Part I)

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The amazing life of Winston Churchill is the subject of a fascinating two-part multimedia presentation. The first week will cover the life of Churchhill up until World War II. We will look at his unique background, successes, and failures before … Continue reading

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Ernie Pyle – The Voice Of G.I. Joe

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Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest reporters in American history. after writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the voice of the average infantry soldier during World War II. In … Continue reading

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Ernie Pyle – The Voice Of G.I. Joe

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THE START TIME IS 6:45 PM!!!! WE WILL END AT 8:15!!!!! Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest journalists in American history. After writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the … Continue reading

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1972 – America 50 Years Ago

Scarsdale Adult School Scarsdale, United States

Our time capsule lands 50 years ago in the tumultuous year of 1972. As the Vietnam war dragged on, the battles between Archie Bunker and his son-in-law, 'Meathead Mike' Stivic accurately reflected the deep divisions in 1972 America. 'All In … Continue reading

Walter Cronkite: And That’s The Way It Is

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2016 marks the 100th birthday of Walter Cronkite. In an era when the "mainstream media" is a convenient whipping boy for any politician upset by unfavorable coverage, it is hard to imagine that at one time a network news anchorman … Continue reading

Walter Cronkite: And That’s The Way It Is

Private Venue

2016 marks the 100th birthday of Walter Cronkite. In an era when the "mainstream media" is a convenient whipping boy for any politician upset by unfavorable coverage, it is hard to imagine that at one time a network news anchorman … Continue reading

The Doolittle Raid At 80 – Flying Into Greatness

McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake

The Doolittle Raid: America Fights Back After the deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, the USA wanted. Pres. Roosevelt knew that it would inevitably be a long war when we took on the forces of the Japanese Army and Navy. … Continue reading

The Doolittle Raid At 80 – Flying Into Greatness

McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake

The Doolittle Raid: America Fights Back After the deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, the USA wanted. Pres. Roosevelt knew that it would inevitably be a long war when we took on the forces of the Japanese Army and Navy. … Continue reading