Life of Francis Scott Key
Marc Leepson talked about his book, What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis Scott Key, A Life and described the legacy of…
Professor Kirsten Wood talked about the political use of music during the founding era of the United States. She explained that patriotic… read more
Professor Kirsten Wood talked about the political use of music during the founding era of the United States. She explained that patriotic music created in this period was used for many purposes, including political manipulation, taunting of adversaries, and enjoyment during Independence celebrations. Performers from Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School of the Arts provided accompaniment to the talk. close
Marc Leepson talked about his book, What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis Scott Key, A Life and described the legacy of…
Every director of the White House Faith-Based Offices since President Bush created the office in 2001, appeared together. They…
Scholars examined the history covered by the musical Hamilton and talked about its significance in modern popular culture as…
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Alan Talyor presents a history of the War of 1812. Mr. Taylor recalls the over two-year war…