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Military History
Jimmy Stewart Film Icon And American Hero
ZoomJimmy 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
America’s Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
Private VenueThe most important sentence ever written by an American - a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world - is found in America's purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington, Hancock, Franklin, … Continue reading
JFK – A Life
Private VenueJOHN F. KENNEDY - A LIFE JFK is one of our most beloved and well-known Presidents. However, much of what we "know" about John Fitzgerald Kennedy is fragmentary: his dalliances with women, his heroism in the aftermath of PT-109, his glamorous wife, … Continue reading
History vs. The Movies – The Bridge on the River Kwai
Syosset Public Library 225 South Oyster Bar Road, Syosset, NY, United StatesThe Bridge on the River Kwai Is One of the Greatest World War II Movies. Is It Accurate? The Bridge on the River Kwai is a masterpiece of filmmaking. The story concerns British soldiers captured by the Japanese during the … Continue reading
Edward R. Murrow: The Legend, The Man, The Impact
Private VenueEdward R. Murrow Murrow at CBS With a demagogue attacking anyone who criticized him, newsman Edward R. Murrow bravely replied: "The actions of the junior Senator from Wisconsin have caused alarm and dismay amongst our allies abroad, and given considerable … Continue reading
Harry S. Truman – Bringing Independence To The White House
Private VenueWhen Harry S. Truman left office, he was considered a failed President. Wags said, "To err is Truman!" A half-century later, the conventional wisdom was that Truman was a great President. Which statement is true? Or does the truth lie … Continue reading
Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
Private VenueAre 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 I … Continue reading
Battle Of Trenton – Turning Point For Humanity
Private VenueThe Battle Of Trenton The iconic image of George Washington's little boat 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 … Continue reading
The Life Of FDR – A Multimedia Presentation
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe Life Of FDR Understanding the life of FDR is like taking a sonogram of the USA. Franklin Roosevelt transformed the United States with optimism, vigor, vision, and skill. The effects are still being felt and still being debated today. … Continue reading
1973 Time Capsule (Monday PM)
ZoomMy popular 'Time Capsule' series lands in the fascinating year of 1973! We will look at the people, events, music, movies, and inventions that dominated the news 50 years ago. We will look at the stories of some of the … Continue reading