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AHTV: James Gaines, Author, "For Liberty and Glory"
Saturday, November 28, 2009     Washington, DC

James Gaines talked about his book "For Liberty and Glory: Washington, Lafayette, and Their Revolutions," published by W.W. Norton. In his book he explores the simultaneous revolutions that took place in America and France in the late 18th century and the rebelling armies respective leaders, George Washington and Marquis de Lafayette.

Bob Dole Oral History Interview
Saturday, November 28, 2009     Washington, DC

Former Senator Bob Dole talked about his life and career. During the interview he went over the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, his meeting with Saddam Hussein, the advice he gave President Clinton, his interest in Colin Powell as his presidential running mate, and his work with veterans.

AHTV: Panel on the 1909 Cherry Mine Disaster
Saturday, November 28, 2009     Washington, DC

A panel discussion was held to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Cherry mine disaster in which 259 men and boys died. The coal mine in Cherry, Illinois, caught fire on November 13, 1909. The disaster catalyzed the implementation of industry-wide mine safety regulations and a liability act that later became the Illinois Workmen’s Compensation Act.

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