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Military History
Looking Back, Looking Ahead 2017 In Review & Predictions For 2018
Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United StatesWithout question, this is one of my most eagerly anticipated programs every year! Each December/January, I present a recap of my choice for the top 10 most important news stories of the previous year and then make my predictions for what … Continue reading
Battle Of Trenton – Turning Point For Humanity
Barrington Library 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington, ILThe Battle Of Trenton The image of George Washington crossing the Delaware river is firmly ingrained deep in the consciousness of America. Many people remember, in general terms, that General Washington took his army on rickety boats across an ice … Continue reading
1861 The Civil War Year By Year – Reflections On Amercia’s Deadliest War
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United States1860 & 1861 The Civil War Year By Year 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 … Continue reading
1862 The Civil War Year By Year- The Battle For America
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United States1862 The Civil War At 150 A Nation Divided - 1862 The Civil War When 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 … Continue reading
The Doolittle Raid – Flying Into Greatness
Private VenueThe 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
George S. Patton – The Man The Germans Feared
Private VenueGeorge S. Patton - The Man The Germans Feared George S. Patton was a man of contradictions - charismatic, cunning, courageous, self-confident and superstitious, egotistical and emotional. And he was one of the greatest generals ever to serve the USA. … Continue reading
Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesAre you ready for some high energy history? When new clients ask me, "What is your best presentation?" This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as … Continue reading
Sherman’s March To The Sea – Saving America By Destroying A Rebellion
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesSherman's March To The Sea - Saving America By Destroying A Rebellion No military action in the bloody Civil War was probably more controversial than Sherman's March To The Sea. After the War, traitors who were inclined to respect Grant and … Continue reading
Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero
Private VenueJimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range has never fully … Continue reading
Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero
Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, ILJimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range has never fully … Continue reading