Panama Canal Past and Future, Day 1
Before the official transfer of control of the Panama Canal to Panamanian authorities, the history and operations of the canal were discussed. Mr. McCullough talked about the importance of t…
1,062 viewsBefore the official transfer of control of the Panama Canal to Panamanian authorities, the history and operations of the canal were discussed. Mr. McCullough talked about the importance of t…
1,062 viewsParticipants discussed the history and importance of the Panama Canal, the 1979 treaties transferring control of the canal and establishing the permanent neutrality of the canal, and the fut…
305 viewsAuthor and Historian David McCullough talked about the impact of science and technology on history and the importance of the graduates reading throughout their lives.
157 viewsMr. McCullough spoke at C-SPAN’s 20th anniversary dinner. He talked about the subject of his latest biography, President John Adams, and about the powers of observation and description. He s…
524 viewsIn the second in a series on American presidents, John Adams' life and career were discussed. Mr. McCullough talked about President Adams, as well as his home, library, and relatives. Ms. Br…
9,559 viewsDavid McCullough talked about the office of the presidency and the power that the office holds. He focused on the dynamic nature of the office, both from the perspective of the presidents an…
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