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SUMMARY:Benjamin Franklin
DESCRIPTION:Benjamin Franklin has been called “The First American.” Certainly\, no life 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 time \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\n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/benjamin-franklin-8/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:The 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\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a unique document in world history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will explore the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, and charismatic personalities\, and the events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Dec. (AM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Dec. (AM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Dec. (AM) in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:The 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\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a unique document in world history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will explore the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, and charismatic personalities\, and the events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Dec. (PM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Dec. (PM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Dec. (PM) in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
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LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The 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\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a completely unique document in the world’s history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will present the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, charismatic personalities\, and exciting events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-8/
LOCATION:Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center\, 100 E. Old Mill Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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SUMMARY:1976 - Life In America Fifty Years Ago (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Our popular “Time Capsule” series returns! \nFifty years ago\, America celebrated its Bicentennial with parades\, fireworks\, and a renewed sense of national pride—but 1976 was much more than a birthday party. It was a year of political change in the aftermath of Watergate\, remarkable scientific breakthroughs\, unforgettable sports moments\, and some of the most enduring music\, television\, and movies ever created. \nJoin Presidential award-winning historian Barry Bradford as we step back into America in 1976. We’ll revisit the presidential election\, celebrate famous people born that year—including Alexei Navalny and Reese Witherspoon—and remember those we lost\, such as Howard Hughes and Agatha Christie. \nWe’ll relive the year’s biggest headlines\, from America’s Bicentennial celebration and one of the closest presidential elections in modern history to the founding of Apple Computer. Along the way\, we’ll explore the fashions\, fads\, prices\, technology\, toys\, and cultural moments that defined our nation’s 200th birthday year. \nWhether you lived through 1976 or simply wish you had\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for one of the most memorable years in modern American history. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write 1976 (PM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include 1976 (PM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude 1976 (PM) in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1976-life-in-america-fifty-years-ago/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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SUMMARY:1876 - American Time Capsule (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Our popular “Time Capsule” series returns! \nOne hundred fifty years ago\, America celebrated its Centennial with grand exhibitions\, patriotic celebrations\, and boundless optimism. But 1876 was far more than a birthday party. It was a year of extraordinary innovation\, dramatic conflict\, and historic change that helped shape the nation we know today. \nJoin award-winning historian Barry Bradford as we step back into America in 1876. We’ll revisit the most controversial presidential election in American history and see why it changed the nation forever. We’ll relive the excitement surrounding the Centennial celebration\, the invention of the telephone\, the founding of Major League Baseball\, and the dramatic Battle of the Little Bighorn. Along the way\, we’ll celebrate famous people born that year—including Mata Hari and Jack London—and remember remarkable Americans we lost\, including General George Armstrong Custer and Wild Bill Hickok. \nWe’ll also explore the fashions\, prices\, inventions\, music\, sports\, entertainment\, and everyday life of an America standing at the crossroads between its frontier past and its modern future. Whether you’re a lifelong history enthusiast or simply curious about what life was like 150 years ago\, you’ll leave with a fascinating new appreciation for one of the most pivotal years in American history. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write 1876 (PM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=1876 (PM) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include 1876 (PM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude 1876 (PM) in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1876-american-time-capsule-pm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Marriage Ceremony,Military History,Political History,Sports History
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