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Harry Truman
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Ike – A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesIke – A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American Very few Americans have ever had an impact on the world that could equal that of Dwight David Eisenhower. He did a brilliant job as commander of allied forces … Continue reading
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Eleanor Roosevelt – First Lady of The World
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesEleanor Roosevelt - First Lady Of The World Any discussion of the most influential First Ladies has to start with Eleanor Roosevelt. America had popular First Ladies (Dolley Madison, Frances Cleveland America had First Ladies who worked to help others. … Continue reading
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Harry S. Truman – Bringing Independence To The White House
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesWhen Harry S. Truman left office he was considered a failed President. Wags said, "To err is Truman!" A half century later, conventional wisdom was that Truman was a great President. Which statement is true? Or does the truth lie … Continue reading
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The Ten Greatest American Presidents
Harper College, Main Campus 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, United StatesThe Ten Best American Presidents One recent poll of Americans found that they believed Bill Clinton is the greatest President of all time! A recent poll of Republicans showed that 5% of them thought George W. Bush was the greatest … Continue reading
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First Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldFirst Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries When Martha Washington became our first First Lady, she stepped into a roll with no job description and no precedent. She handled the position with grace and polish. however, each of the … Continue reading
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Eleanor Roosevelt – First Lady of The World
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldEleanor Roosevelt - First Lady Of The World Any discussion of the most influential First Ladies has to start with Eleanor Roosevelt. America had popular First Ladies (Dolley Madison, Frances Cleveland America had First Ladies who worked to help others. … Continue reading
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First Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldFirst Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries When Martha Washington became our first First Lady, she stepped into a roll with no job description and no precedent. She handled the position with grace and polish. however, each of the … Continue reading
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Douglas MacArthur – America’s Old Soldier
Private VenueFew American military leaders have been as controversial as General Douglas MacArthur! In this fascinating biographical multimedia presentation, we will look at his dynamic background, colorful personality, extremely mixed military leadership and the controversial circumstances surrounding his public firing by … Continue reading
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First Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries
Private VenueFirst Ladies of the 20th and 21st Centuries When Martha Washington became our first First Lady, she stepped into a roll with no job description and no precedent. She handled the position with grace and polish. however, each of the … Continue reading
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Ike – A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American
Private VenueIke – A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American Very few Americans have ever had an impact on the world that could equal that of Dwight David Eisenhower. He did a brilliant job as commander of allied forces … Continue reading