Theodore Roosevelt-Woodrow Wilson Award
Professor James McPherson, president of the American Historical Association, presented Senator Robert Byrd, Democrat from West Virginia, wit… read more
Professor James McPherson, president of the American Historical Association, presented Senator Robert Byrd, Democrat from West Virginia, with the association’s Theodore Roosevelt-Woodrow Wilson Award. The award “is given occasionally to honor a public official or other civil servant who has made extraordinary contributions to the study, teaching, and public understanding of history.” Senator Byrd thanked the association for the award. He spoke about his views on history, his life, and and his career in public service. The senator also advised students who aspire to public service to build a solid foundation by studying history. close
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