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The next La Vernia Historical Association meeting will be on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m., in the GVEC Community Room, located at 13849 U.S. 87 W. in La Vernia. Visitors and new members are invited. This month's history highlights will showcase some of the oldest materials used for local historical research, such as books and journals. These items are part of the association's non-lending library and will soon be available to the public. Light refreshments will be served.Article Link
In the Classic News program, Alexander Plyushev (AP) and Dmitry Bykov (DB) discuss politics, history and social transformation, which will help to better understand current events and possible scenarios for their development in the future. All through the lens of parallels with literature:➤ 00:00 The main topic is the assassination attempt on US presidential candidate Trump: literary associations with the current news.➤ 01:45 DB: Stephen King as a prophet. Historical Association.➤ 04:14 Association with M. Twain: “Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.” Trump as a generator of radical change with relevant prospects.➤ 05:34 What does Trump bring to Ukraine and how could the war end?➤ 07:04 Negative dynamics: explained why the Ukrainian army is fighting worse in 2024 than in 2022.➤ 08:29 How relations between Zelensky and Trump might develop.➤ 09:09 AP: literary association with “The Master and Margarita” by M. Bulgakov.➤ 10:45 Professionals don't shoot in the head. The attempt was real.➤ 13:30 AP, DB: characterization of the shooter. The character of the shooter in world literature. M. Twain “How I was Elected to be a Governor.”➤ 15:34 Possibility of civil war in the United States. America's problem is its inability to explain why one or the other foreign policy is needed.➤ 19:05 AP: Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky on unity.➤ 19:17 How might Trump's relationship with Putin develop? The double ultimatum plan and the weak side of Trump's geopolitical strategy.➤ 22:14 Zelensky's plan.➤ 24:14 What is happening in Ukraine using the example of the “Inhabited Island” by the Strugatskys.➤ 27:04 About the failure of the Russian invasion at the beginning of the war, Ukrainian victory spirit and Putin's civilizational superweapon.➤ 31:04 What can Ukraine counter Russian Federation with? Victory according to Sun Tzu: there is a way out that no one expects.➤ 34:01 Arestovich's advice to Trump on the Ukrainian situation.➤ 34:41 AP: footage from the moment of the assassination attempt on Trump.➤ 36:39 Trump's visual image after the assassination attempt and its impact on the political campaign.➤ 37:54 Arestovich about his haters: people are mistaken in understanding my motivation.➤ 39:04 AP: speculation about a possible Trump victory, its consequences for the United States and black swans.➤ 41:04 DB: Congratulations to Trump supporters and Arestovich fans.➤ 41:14 Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Syrsky is probably ready to sign a truce. Political restrictions on General Zaluzhny's proposals regarding the Ukrainian Defense Forces and the conduct of the war.➤ 42:58 What will happen to Zelensky and his rating? Analogy of Ukraine, China and the USA. 7 years of Putin.➤ 46:06 Awareness catastrophe: the audit is a terrible end to Ukraine. Will Ukraine deserve Arestovich as a leader based on the results of this war?➤ 52:54 Putin is Arestovich's opponent: I want to create a system in Ukraine that Putin cannot cope with.➤ 58:22 Putin will not be able to recruit Arestovich: I will not be the Ukrainian Kadyrov. Arestovich's positioning and motivation.➤ 01:05:18 Conclusions: Alexey Arestovich is a progressor with a different morality.Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev): Advisor to the Office of Ukraine President : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oleksiy_ArestovychOfficial channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjWy2g76QZf7QLEwx4cB46gDmitry Bykov - Russian writer, poet, journalist https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dmitry_BykovBykov's FB: / bykovdmitriylvovichAlexander Plushev - / @the_breakfast_showOriginal Stream in Russian:https://youtu.be/5cC-CAqfNsw Join this channel to support our work:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/privateer-station-war-in-ukraine--5647439/support https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3qCbfcPbnph7QS3CPBTMQ/join--------------------------------------------------Privateer Station on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/privateer-station-war-in-ukrainePS on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1582435PS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/privateerstationPS on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-privateer-station-war-in-uk-101486106/PS on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iEdf0Jyw1Y3kN04k8rPibPS on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/privateer-station-war-in-ukraine/id1648603352PS on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTY0NzQzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkPS on PadcastAddict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4079993PS on PodChaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/privateer-station-war-in-ukrai-4860097PS on Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show/4546617PS on Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id5162050If you like what we do and would like to support our channel, consider becoming a member:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/privateer-station-war-in-ukraine--5647439/supporthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3qCbfcPbnph7QS3CPBTMQ/join
On Saturday, June 15, 2024, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Underground Railroad Education Center Juneteenth Celebration at 194 Livingston Street in Albany, NY. In this labor segment, Willie interviewed Stephanie Woodard, President of 'The Rapp Road Historical Association,' about Juneteenth and Rapp Road Black Community History.
The La Vernia Historical Association invites seniors who reside in the La Vernia Independent School District to enter its scholarship contest for a chance to win a [post_excerpt],000 scholarship. The contest is open to students in grade 12 who attend La Vernia High School, home school, or private school. The essay topic, “A Story of a True La Vernia Legacy,” centers on interviewing an individual of the student's choice age 65 or older, who lives or lived in La Vernia for 20 years or more. The essay submission deadline is Wednesday, April 17. For more information, visit laverniahistory.com/ scholarships/.Article Link
Helen King is a British classical scholar and advocate for the medical humanities. She is Professor Emerita of Classical Studies at the Open University. She was previously Professor of the History of Classical Medicine and Head of the Department of Classics at the University of Reading. King was a member of the General Synod of the Church of England from 1985 to 1993 and from 2021 to 2026.As part of the 'Historical' thematic working group, she contributed to the Church's 2020 teaching document on human sexuality. She supports same-sex marriage. She has also spoken about the history of Christianity in a podcast for the Historical Association. Fr Alex Frost is the vicar of St Matthew's the Apostle, Burnley. He is a vocal advocate for his local community and all who are suffering the effects of austerity. He is also the host of The God Cast, a podcast devoted to issues of faith and spirituality. Fr Alex made headlines when he featured in a 2021 BBC documentary The Cost of Covid – One Year On, which has been viewed over 12 million times since it was aired. Running a food bank from a car park in Burnley, helping the desperate amid his flock as the pandemic raged, Fr Alex's down-to-earth style of ministry struck a chord with people of all faiths, cultures and classes across the UK in a time when the divide between rich and poor widens cataclysmically. The Church of England priest, who sports tattoos of his favourite band Depeche Mode, has become the last bastion of support for many in the aftermath of austerity measures, Government cuts and Covid 19 upon a community already ravaged by poverty, addiction and neglect.
In this episode, we speak to Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch on everything from the importance of church history to how he chooses the subjects for his books, his thoughts on Tudor mania, and even how he really feels about Thomas Cromwell. Dairmaid MacCulloch is Emeritus Professor of the History of the Church at Oxford University. He is a prize-winning author, with such book as History of Christianity: the first three thousand years (2010) , which won the Cundill Prize; Silence: A Christian History (2013); All Things New: Writings on the Reformation (2016); and Thomas Cromwell: A Life (2018). He was knighted in the UK New Year's Honours List of 2012 and was awarded the Historical Association's Medlicott Medal in 2023.
In this episode, Rhiannon Cizon joins me from the Berrien County Historical Association. We talk about the history of the battle for the Berrien County seat that happened in the late 1800's. We also discuss exhibits at the museum, and upcoming events. For more information on the Berrien County Historical Association visit: https://berrienhistory.org Be sure to check out their link for tickets at the link above. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com
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From time to time on the podcast we like to explore the histories of other Long Islands, those far from New York. Today we focus on the story of Long Island Mill and the Long Island Mill Village in North Carolina. We have a number of guests to help us tell the story. Jennifer Marquardt, site manager of Murray's Mill in Catawba County, has researched the Long Island Mill and its 19th century past. Chuck McShane, writer and economic data consultant, authored A History of Lake Norman, a body of water that factors heavily in the Long Island Mill story. Most importantly, we include a number of oral histories collected by Richard Eller, professor of history at Catawba Valley Community College, as part of the project Spinning Yarns: The Long Island Cotton Mill Family. Conducted in collaboration with the Historical Association of Catawba County, the project included the voices of Gerald Robinson, Gerald Sigmon, Fletus Poston, Carroll Gilleland, Una Mae Brown, Regis Barnhardt, Gene Fisher, Gail Eades Sigmon, and Sylvia Cannon. Further Research Spinning Yarns: The Long Island Cotton Mill Family Hands on History (Catawba County Community College) A History of Lake Norman: From Fish Camps to Ferraris History Museum of Catawba County Historical Association of Catawba County Murray's Hill Historic District Under Lake Norman (Davidson College)
My guest in this episode is Rhiannon Cizon from the Berrien County Historical Association. She has been investigating the history of a murder of a Benton Harbor man that happened in 1904 named Mintor Northup. The investigation crossed state lines into Northern Indiana, and also involved a very well respected law enforcement officer at the time. The intrique includes threatening letters, horse thieves, and a brutal killing of a well respected resident. For more information the Berrien County Historical Association, visit: https://berrienhistory.org The Berrien County Historical Association on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BerrienCountyHistoricalAssociation For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://www.michaeldelaware.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-delaware/support
Wir starten eine neue Reihe: Disability History. Die der ersten Folge heute ist es erst einmal eine Einführung in das Thema. Wir sprechen über Begriffe die wir verwenden und welche wir nicht verwenden. Außerdem geben wir einen Überblick über die Behindertenbewegung in Deutschland. Und wir sprechen über die Forschungsrichtungen innerhalb der disability history, welche Arten von Quellen wir nutzen und welche Probleme wir hier haben könnten bei der Forschung. Literatur & Quellen: Barsch, Sebastian & Bösl, Elsbeth: DISABILITY HISTORY. Behinderung sichtbar machen: Emanzipationsbewegung und Forschungsfeld. Zeithistorische Forschungen. Heft 02/2022. https://zeithistorische-forschungen.de/2-2022/6039 Blackie, Daniel & Moncrieff, Alexia: State of the Field: Disability History. The Journal of the Historical Association: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1468-229X.13315 Fitzharris, Lindsay: The Facemaker: A Visionary Surgeon's Battle to Mend the Disfigured Soldiers of World War I. 2022. Fitzharris, Lindsay: Der Horror der frühen Medizin. Joseph Listers Kampf gegen Kurpfuscher, Quacksalber und Knochenklempner. 2017. Goffman, Erving: Stigma. Über Techniken der Bewältigung beschädigter Identität. Suhrkamp, 1975. Goltermann, Svenja: Die Gesellschaft der Überlebenden: Deutsche Kriegsheimkehrer und ihre Gewalterfahrungen im Zweiten Weltkrieg. Deutsche Verlags Anstalt, 2009. Foucault, Michel: Wahnsinn und Gesellschaft. Suhrkamp, 1973. Keefe, Patrick Radden: Das Imperium der Schmerzen. Wie eine Familiendynastie die weltweite Opioidkrise auslöste, 2022. Lingelbach, Gabriele: Behindert/Nicht behindert. Begrifflichkeiten, Konzepte und Modelle in der Disability History. Aus Politik und Zeitgeschichte, 2018. https://www.bpb.de/shop/zeitschriften/apuz/275890/behindert-nicht-behindert/ Lingelbach, Gabriele & Schlund, Sebastian: Disability History, Version: 1.0, in: Docupedia-Zeitgeschichte, 08.07.2014 http://docupedia.de/zg/lingelbach_schlund_disability_history_v1_de_2014 Ott, Kathrin: Disability and the Practice of Public History: An Introduction. The Public Historian Vol. 27, No. 2, Spring 2005, S. 9-24. https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1525/tph.2005.27.2.9 Sabatello, Maya & Schulze, Marianne (eds): Human Rights and Disability Advocacy, University of Pennsylvania Press, 2013. Slobodian, Quinn: Globalisten: Das Ende der Imperien und die Geburt des Neoliberalismus. Suhrkamp, 2019. Waldschmidt, Anne: Soziales Problem oder kulturelle Differenz? Zur Geschichte von „Behinderung“ aus der Sicht der „Disability Studies“. Traverse: Zeitschrift für Geschichte, 2016, S. 31–46. Whitman, James Q.: Hitlers amerikanisches Vorbild: Wie die USA die Rassengesetze der Nationalsozialisten inspirierten. C.H. Beck, 2018.
The next meeting of the La Vernia Historical Association is planned for Tuesday, Feb. 7, where members will continue to implement its newly-added feature: History Highlights. This month's History Highlights will provide a short overview of Suttles Pottery and the La Vernia Post Office locations. Attendees are welcome to take items of local historical interest for Show and Tell. The Association meets on the first Tuesday of the month (with the exception of June, July, and August) at 7 p.m. in the GVEC Community Room at 13849 U.S. 87 W. in La Vernia. Meetings are free and open to the...Article Link
Tom Collister, curator of the Historical Association of Lewiston takes us on a tour of some fascinating history of Lewiston, New York. It is where the Niagara Falls actually first had been, the site of the shot heard around...the War of 1812, and a key depot for the Underground Railroad.
Niles Parker, Nantucket Historical Association's new executive director, chats with Andrew about his history with Nantucket, his museum experience on the mainland, and what it's like to return to the NHA with this new role.
The La Vernia Historical Association has awarded a 0 scholarship to La Vernia High School senior Chance Evans as the winner of the association's 2022 Scholarship Essay Contest. The scholarship is funded by association members, supporters, and friends of the La Vernia Historical Association.Article Link
This week (4/8 & 4/10) on ART ON THE AIR we feature Cedar Lake Historical Association executive director, Julie Zasada discussing the the history of Cedar Lake and the Museum at Lassen's Resort. Next we have contemporary artist David J Robertson discussing his artistic journey and current projects. Our spotlight is on Birds of Paradise plus other art projects in the city with Valparaiso Creative Council president, Stephanie Swearington Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (4/6) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org Send your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.com LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: anchor, NPR ONE, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR. https://www.lakeshorepublicradio.org/show/art-on-the-air/2022-03-30/art-on-the-air-april-10-2022
Hosted by Andrew Keen, Keen On features conversations with some of the world's leading thinkers and writers about the economic, political, and technological issues being discussed in the news, right now. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Antonia Fraser, author of The Case of the Married Woman: Caroline Norton: A 19th Century Heroine Who Wanted Justice for Women. Antonia Fraser is the author of many widely acclaimed historical works which have been international bestsellers. She was awarded the Medlicott Medal by the Historical Association in 2000 and was made a DBE in 2011 for services to literature. Her previous books include Mary Queen of Scots; King Charles II; The Weaker Vessel: Woman's Lot in Seventeeth-Century England, which won the Wolfson History Prize; Marie Antoinette: The Journey; Perilous Question; The King and the Catholics; and The Wives of Henry VIII. Must You Go?, a memoir of her life with Harold Pinter, was published in 2010, and My History: A Memoir of Growing Up in 2015. She lives in London. Visit Antonia Fraser's website at www.antoniafraser.com. Visit our website: https://lithub.com/story-type/keen-on/ Email Andrew: a.keen@me.com Watch the show live on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajkeen Watch the show live on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankeen/ Watch the show live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lithub Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LiteraryHub/videos Subscribe to Andrew's newsletter: https://andrew2ec.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're excited to launch our fifth episode of Politics & Poetry, with a special part two of our interview with Jaki Shelton Green, the first African American and third woman to be appointed as the North Carolina Poet Laureate. Join in our conversation as Jaki shares her thoughts on the role of poetry as an art that "brings us joy and helps us to remember our tremendous connections to our humanity." To learn more about Jaki Shelton Green visit: https://jakisheltongreen.comReferencesAmen, John. June 18, 2020. "Jaki Shelton Green Blends Poetry And Protest On Timely ‘the River Speaks Of Thirst'" https://www.popmatters.com/jaki-shelton-green-river-speaks-thirst-2646199018.htmlArts Across NC. February 18, 2020. "Creativity is Medicine."https://soundcloud.com/user-213851310/creativity-is-medicine-a-conversation-with-nc-poet-laureate-jaki-shelton-greenGreen, Jaki Shelton (2005). breath of the song. New and Selected Poems. Carolina Wren Press. https://www.blairpub.com/shop/breath-of-the-songGreen, Jaki Shelton (1996). conjure blues. Carolina Wren Press. https://www.blairpub.com/shop/conjure-bluesGreen, Jaki Shelton. Spoken Word. 2021. I want to undie you. Soul City Sounds. Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-want-to-undie-you/1572593440Green, Jaki Shelton. Spoken Word. June 19, 2020. The River Speaks of Thirst. Soul City Sounds. Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/this-i-know-for-sure-feat-jennifer-evans/1512739647?i=1512739649Kissane, Tamara. Oct 26, 2020. https://artistsoapbox.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/131-ASBX-Jaki-Shelton-Green-transcript.docx.pdfMusic Maker Relief Foundation. Jan 14, 2021. "Freeman Vines In Conversation with Jaki Shelton Green." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChpgREHKfRINorth Carolina Literary Review Online. Jan 25, 2019. East Carolina University, North Carolina Literary and Historical Association. https://issuu.com/eastcarolina/docs/2019-nclr_online-finalPhillips, Dylan. Mebane Enterprise. Sep 29, 2021. "Makers of Modern Mebane honored a year late."https://www.mebaneenterprise.com/arts_and_entertainment/article_420b4de2-212d-11ec-897b-f3f23fdcef1f.htmlPoet, J. July 28, 2020. Rock and Roll Globe. "Jaki Shelton Green: Poetry for the Pandemic." https://rockandrollglobe.com/jazz/jaki-shelton-green-poetry-for-the-pandemic/Poets.org. Poet Laureate of North Carolina 2019. https://poets.org/poet/jaki-shelton-green#poet__workUNC Libraries. Feb 3, 2020. Video: Two Minutes of Poetry with Jaki Shelton Green.
Hugh is Subject Leader of History at Huntington School , an 11-18 comprehensive in York. He jointly leads the Historical Association's Subject Leader Development Programme and tweets about History and subject leadership @HughJRichards . He's always happy to answer questions online! This show touches on key questions to help you improve as a middle leader or those that aspire to be a middle leader. There questions Hugh answers are the following:How can we develop others in our department? How can we manage others that have extra responsibilities? How can we make the most of department time? How can we ensure that the curriculum ‘land' in every classroom? How to manage change? And soo much more….
We're excited to launch our fifth episode of Politics & Poetry. In this month's episode, we are honored to interview Jaki Shelton Green, the first African American and third woman to be appointed as the North Carolina Poet Laureate. Join in our conversation as Jaki shares her thoughts on the role of poetry as an art that "brings us joy and helps us to remember our tremendous connections to our humanity." To learn more about Jaki Shelton Green visit: https://jakisheltongreen.comReferencesAmen, John. June 18, 2020. "Jaki Shelton Green Blends Poetry And Protest On Timely ‘the River Speaks Of Thirst'" https://www.popmatters.com/jaki-shelton-green-river-speaks-thirst-2646199018.htmlArts Across NC. February 18, 2020. "Creativity is Medicine." https://soundcloud.com/user-213851310/creativity-is-medicine-a-conversation-with-nc-poet-laureate-jaki-shelton-greenGreen, Jaki Shelton (2005). breath of the song. New and Selected Poems. Carolina Wren Press. https://www.blairpub.com/shop/breath-of-the-songGreen, Jaki Shelton (1996). conjure blues. Carolina Wren Press. https://www.blairpub.com/shop/conjure-bluesGreen, Jaki Shelton. Spoken Word. 2021. I want to undie you. Soul City Sounds. Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-want-to-undie-you/1572593440Green, Jaki Shelton. Spoken Word. June 19, 2020. The River Speaks of Thirst. Soul City Sounds. Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/this-i-know-for-sure-feat-jennifer-evans/1512739647?i=1512739649Kissane, Tamara. Oct 26, 2020. https://artistsoapbox.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/131-ASBX-Jaki-Shelton-Green-transcript.docx.pdfMusic Maker Relief Foundation. Jan 14, 2021. "Freeman Vines In Conversation with Jaki Shelton Green." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChpgREHKfRINorth Carolina Literary Review Online. Jan 25, 2019. East Carolina University, North Carolina Literary and Historical Association. https://issuu.com/eastcarolina/docs/2019-nclr_online-finalPhillips, Dylan. Mebane Enterprise. Sep 29, 2021. "Makers of Modern Mebane honored a year late."https://www.mebaneenterprise.com/arts_and_entertainment/article_420b4de2-212d-11ec-897b-f3f23fdcef1f.htmlPoet, J. July 28, 2020. Rock and Roll Globe. "Jaki Shelton Green: Poetry for the Pandemic." https://rockandrollglobe.com/jazz/jaki-shelton-green-poetry-for-the-pandemic/Poets.org. Poet Laureate of North Carolina 2019. https://poets.org/poet/jaki-shelton-green#poet__workUNC Libraries. Feb 3, 2020. Video: Two Minutes of Poetry with Jaki Shelton Green. https://library.unc.edu/2020/02/jaki-shelton-green-video/
Chris and Heather talk with Abbey Branch, the President of the new Alpine Historical Association, about their plans and programs including Historic and Hispanic Heritage Walking Tours, Ghost Tours and more!
Rob Christensen retired from The News and Observer in December 2018, after writing about North Carolina politics as a reporter and a columnist for 45 years. He has appeared on more than 600 TV or radio programs as a political analyst including the CBS Evening News, CNN's Inside Politics, MSNBC's Hardball with Chris Matthews, ABC's Nightline, Fox News and various PBS programs. He has contributed chapters to five books on North Carolina and the South. His first solo book, The Paradox of Tar Heel -Politics (UNC Press) was judged the best work of non-fiction by a North Carolinian in 2008 by the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association. His most recent book, The Rise and Fall of the Branchhead Boys was published by UNC Press in May 2019. He is currently working on a history of the Daniels family and The News and Observer. Mr. Christensen will be participating in a student panel discussion in the library from 2-4 on September 17th. He will also be doing a talk about his latest book, “The Rise and Fall of the Branchhead Boys”, in Blanton Auditorium in Hamrick Hall from 7-9 on September 17th
Our conversation with Nathan Stalvey, Director of the Clarke County Historical Association was full of details about upcoming events. Nathan told us about the Fall edition of Art at the Mill happening October 2-7, 2021 - you can now purchase items online; a history talk "The Other Half" happening on September 25, 2021; plus he explained their new name and talked about the need for young mill volunteers. For more information about Clarke County Historical Association, visit their website: https://www.clarkehistory.org/
Season 3 Episode 32: Susan Abernethy on Adventures in History “To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to remain always a child. For what is the worth of human life, unless it is woven into the life of our ancestors by the records of history?” Marcus Tullius Cicero, Roman philosopher, statesman, lawyer, political theorist, and Roman constitutionalist. Welcome to Tea, Toast and Trivia. Thank you for listening in. I am your host Rebecca Budd, and I am looking forward to sharing this moment with you. My blogger friend and historian, Susan Abernethy, from the blog, The Freelance History Writer, and I have bridged the distance between Denver, Colorado and Vancouver, British Columbia to discuss why we should study history. Susan Abernethy has a degree in history and is a member of the Rocky Mountain Medieval and Renaissance Association and The Historical Association. Her blog, The Freelance History Writer has been continuously publishing historical articles since 2012, with an emphasis on European, Tudor, medieval, Renaissance, Early Modern and Women's history. I invite you to put the kettle on and add to this exciting conversation on Tea Toast & Trivia. Thank you for joining Susan and me on Tea Toast & Trivia. And a special thank you Susan, for sharing your enthusiasm and passion for history. I invite you to meet up with Susan on her blog “The Freelance History Writer.” It is a place where history comes alive. You are only an internet click away from a virtual time travel adventure where you will meet Alfred the Great, find yourself in the court of King Henry VIII and travel to the land of the Vikings. Until next time, keep safe and be well.
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the La Vernia Historical Association invites local families to be included in an upcoming history book, scheduled for release in 2022. The book, Lavernia Legacies, the Family History Edition, will include contributed family histories and photos. “We want to commemorate our 20th anniversary by publishing this book to celebrate not only the families who lived here earlier but the ones who are making history now,” said association President Elaine Stephens. Families and sponsors will have a choice of space sizes. “We have tried to keep prices low for families,” Stephens said. Family spaces will...Article Link
English historian David Starkey discusses the cultural forces that undermine our progress. In particular, he worries about threats to human freedom and ideologies that deny the existence of objective truth. David Starkey is Honorary Fellow of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, and the author of many books including Elizabeth'; Six Wives: The Queens of Henry VIII' and Monarchy: England and Her Rulers from the Tudors to the Windsors'. He is a winner of the WH Smith Prize and the Norton Medlicott Medal for Services to History presented by Britain's Historical Association. He is a well-known TV and radio personality. He was made a CBE in 2007. Marian L. Tupy is the editor of HumanProgress.org, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity, and coauthor of The Simon Project. He specializes in globalization and global well‐being and politics and economics of Europe and Southern Africa. Learn more: https://www.cato.org/people/marian-l-tupy
Some states have always maintained a sense that they have a mission in the world well beyond the maintenance of domestic order, the United States, France and Britain among them. Japan, China and the Koreas also inherited a strong sense of purpose in the modern era, from Meiji modernization to Mao’s “Three Worlds” and the Belt and Road Initiative, ideas drawing on the longer past – yet the definition of that purpose has been in constant flux. What defines East Asia’s sense of purpose today, can we speak of it in regional terms, and how does it relate to its long history of aspiration to be an intellectual and moral exemplar? Rana Mitter is Professor of the History and Politics of Modern China, and a Fellow of St Cross College at the University of Oxford. He is the author of several books, including China’s War with Japan: The Struggle for Survival, 1937-1945 (Penguin, 2013), [US title: Forgotten Ally] which won the 2014 RUSI/Duke of Westminster’s Medal for Military Literature, and was named a Book of the Year in the Financial Times and Economist. His latest book is China’s Good War: How World War II is Shaping a New Nationalism (Harvard, 2020). His recent documentary on contemporary Chinese politics “Meanwhile in Beijing” is available on BBC Sounds. He is co-author, with Sophia Gaston, of the report “Conceptualizing a UK-China Engagement Strategy” (British Foreign Policy Group, 2020). He won the 2020 Medlicott Medal for Service to History, awarded by the Historical Association. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. The Annual Reischauer Lecture Series is co-sponsored by the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies, Korea Institute, Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies, and Harvard University Asia Center.
Speaker: Rana Mitter, Professor of the History and Politics of Modern China, St. Cross College, University of Oxford Discussant: Jie Li, John L. Loeb Associate Professor of the Humanities, Harvard University LECTURE 2 OF 3: AN ERA OF EMOTION? One factor that defines Chinese engagement with the world today is its highly emotional character, in terms of self-presentation that can move from saccharine to shrill at remarkable speed. But emotion is not new – the use of the registers from exhilaration to depression defines the way that China, Japan and the Koreas have chosen to present themselves over the past century, whether through (often highly gendered) lenses of Asianism, revolution, martiality, discourses of “national humiliation,” or of global citizenship. How much of this draws on emotional registers defined by modernity, and how much from a repertoire shaped by a culture with much longer roots? Rana Mitter is Professor of the History and Politics of Modern China, and a Fellow of St Cross College at the University of Oxford. He is the author of several books, including China’s War with Japan: The Struggle for Survival, 1937-1945 (Penguin, 2013), [US title: Forgotten Ally] which won the 2014 RUSI/Duke of Westminster’s Medal for Military Literature, and was named a Book of the Year in the Financial Times and Economist. His latest book is China’s Good War: How World War II is Shaping a New Nationalism (Harvard, 2020). His recent documentary on contemporary Chinese politics “Meanwhile in Beijing” is available on BBC Sounds. He is co-author, with Sophia Gaston, of the report “Conceptualizing a UK-China Engagement Strategy” (British Foreign Policy Group, 2020). He won the 2020 Medlicott Medal for Service to History, awarded by the Historical Association. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. The Annual Reischauer Lecture Series is co-sponsored by the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies, Korea Institute, Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies, and Harvard University Asia Center.
Speaker: Rana Mitter, Professor of the History and Politics of Modern China, St. Cross College, University of Oxford Discussant: Odd Arne Westad, Elihu Professor of History and Global Affairs, Yale University LECTURE 1 OF 3: HOW NEW IS THE NEW ERA? China’s leaders speak today of a “new era” – but East Asia has seen a range of “new eras” in the modern age, defined by Japan, China, and outsiders who encountered both. What defines that novelty and how familiar are the elements that form part of it? The mid-twentieth century saw war, social change and changing global encounters defined as moments when both China and Japan entered a “new” or “special” era in a global context. What continuities and contrasts are there between the past and the present, and what defines that “newness”? Rana Mitter is Professor of the History and Politics of Modern China, and a Fellow of St Cross College at the University of Oxford. He is the author of several books, including China’s War with Japan: The Struggle for Survival, 1937-1945 (Penguin, 2013), [US title: Forgotten Ally] which won the 2014 RUSI/Duke of Westminster’s Medal for Military Literature, and was named a Book of the Year in the Financial Times and Economist. His latest book is China’s Good War: How World War II is Shaping a New Nationalism (Harvard, 2020). His recent documentary on contemporary Chinese politics “Meanwhile in Beijing” is available on BBC Sounds. He is co-author, with Sophia Gaston, of the report “Conceptualizing a UK-China Engagement Strategy” (British Foreign Policy Group, 2020). He won the 2020 Medlicott Medal for Service to History, awarded by the Historical Association. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. The Annual Reischauer Lecture Series is a three-part annual lecture series on East Asia at Harvard University, co-sponsored by the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies, Korea Institute, Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies, and the Harvard University Asia Center.
Fourth podcast in the series on Race and Racism, theme of BoI charity’s event The Academy, held online in late 2020.In this episode we feature the lecture ‘The use and abuse of the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement’.The emergence of Black Lives Matter has been accompanied by renewed interest in the American civil rights movement that made such an impact in the 1960s. But what are the key attributes of that movement, and how should we assess today’s interpretation of its history and legacy?Lecturer: Nicolas Kinloch, history teacher specialising in American history, former deputy president of the Historical Association and a Teacher Fellow of the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.THE ACADEMY ONLINE II: RACE AND RACISMThe Academy II was a half day online event via zoom that took place in November 2020. To view the full programme and some suggested background reading to the talks, please visit https://theboi.co.uk/the-academy-online-ii-race-and-racismFor this lecture on civil rights, we you may wish to read:-‘The Fire Next Time’ by James Baldwin (1963). Purchase this book at https://amzn.to/39PTJlA‘The March on Washington: A legacy lost’ by Robert L. Woodson in The Hill http://bit.ly/39POxygTHE ACADEMYIn the context of today’s instrumental approaches to knowledge, The Academy summer school is a modest attempt to demonstrate the value of scholarship, and of the worth of the university as a place of free enquiry dedicated to the pursuit of truth.DONATING TO THE BOI CHARITYThe BOI charity is committed to continuing to host discussion and debates throughout this period when society is restricted by measures to tackle coronavirus. In order to realise events such as the Academy Online, none of our staff are furloughed and instead remain working. If you can, then please consider a donation, small or large. Visit: https://theboi.co.uk/donateIDEAS MATTER PODCASTIdeas Matter is a podcast that takes the most important issues of our times and explores the ideas and intellectual trends that have shaped where we are today.You can subscribe and listen to Ideas Matter on iTunes, Podbean, Spotify or SoundCloud. For full details of all episodes, visit the podcast page on our websiteKeep up-to-date with Ideas Matter and all the initiatives organised by the Battle of Ideas charity by following us on Twitter (@theboi_uk) and on Facebook (battleofideas).
We pre-recorded today's conversation via Zoom with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director of Clarke County Historical Association. Nathan told us about the many educational resources available through the association, their hybrid programs and events, and the introduction of Patreon for those interested in attending/supporting events without a membership. We talked about how his staff rallied during the pandemic to create a new vision for the future that includes a new website, a new name for the museum, and a new slogan. He also gave us details about a few programs starting in February and March. For more information about Clarke County history, memberships, or any of the things we discussed, visit their website: https://clarkehistory.org/
I had a great conversation with Shanna Ganne, Executive Director of the Grand County Historical Association.Did you know Grand County is home to 4 museums and gift shops featuring local history? Not only that; did you know there used to be a mining town and an airstrip at the bottom of Lake Granby, and that President Dwight Eisenhower used to hang out in Grand County? Or that the first Allosaurus fossil was found in Grand County? Listen in for more fascinating details.Find the Grand County Historical Association online at www.grandcountyhistory.org#GrandCountyMatterswww.grandcountymatters.com or wherever you get your podcasts!#GrandCountyMatters #JohnSandSaysSanderson Commercial Real Estate The name Grand County trusts when specialization matters - 970-531-9926
An interview with Jim Hobbs, President of the Soquel Pioneer and Historical Association about the legendary tobacco-chewing, hard-drinking, rough and tumble fist-fighting six-horse stagecoach driver Charley Parkhurst who was an also an Odd Fellow. Charley's death revealed a twist that shocked the Soquel Odd Fellows and made headlines across the country.
In this episode we peel back the layers of a stunning black dress to learn about 1890’s fashion, how Queensland women have been leading the fashion pack for over one hundred years and the intricacies of the conservation process with textile conservator and curator Dr Michael Marendy. The dress is showcased in the Miegunyah House Museum’s virtual exhibition and tour ‘High Society’, supported by a Brisbane City Council History grant. Want to see this item? Miegunyah House Museum, home to the Queensland Women’s Historical Association, is located at 35 Jordan Terrace, Bowen Hills. Although the museum is currently closed due to COVID-19 we encourage you to visit the museum website (miegungyah.org) to learn about its future events, read information on its collection or view this virtual exhibition. With special thanks: Dr Michael Marendy, Textile Conservator and Curator Miegunyah House Museum Queensland Women’s Historical Association, Know something more about this item? Post a comment! History is a shared experience and helping museums find out more about items in their collection is a great way to become involved in documenting Brisbane’s heritage. Music and sounds: Aliaksei Yukhevich, Light Corporate, jamendo.com, Licensed. Image: Courtesy of Miegunyah House Museum and Queensland Women’s Historical Association. This image is not be used without permission.
In this episode, Helen asks Sally some questions about her learning from the Historical Association's Teaching Fellowship on Transatlantic Slavery. Don't forget, we're your History Teaching Agony Aunts! Contact us by emailing handyhistoryteachingtips@gmail.com or tweeting us @snelsonh and @MrsThorne
Cheryl Baker with Clayton Historical Association announces their annual donut and coffee celebration at the Clayton museum. The profits will be donated to the museum. All are invited to visit Clayton and try out these amazing donuts on Sunday, September 6th. The museum opens at 10, and donuts will be prepared throughout the day.
Pasha Baker, Director & CEO of the Goldsboro Westside Community Historical Association, Inc. located in Sanford, FL, shares information about the Association's programs, events, exhibits, partners, history and other information around the Goldsboro Art Square, Goldsboro Heritage & Art Garden, Goldsboro Museum, Goldsboro Welcome Center, Page Jackson Cemetery and the Crooms Academy Museum.
Mrs. Oliver began using her retirement check, from her 30 years of service as a school teacher to fund the Goldsboro Museum. As a second generation member of Goldsboro, Mrs. Oliver, has passed the torch of history and heritage to the third generation, her niece, Pasha Baker, who manages the daily operations and funding for the Goldsboro West Side Community Historical Association, Inc. Pasha gives us an in-depth look at all the new projects that are continuing to grow throughout the Goldsboro Museum. As a resident or visitor, the Goldsboro Museum is a can't miss opportunity to interact with Seminole County history.
I was joined by Kathryn Kosto of the Albany County Historical Association to talk about art in our nation's history and why we're moving forward as a society and why things are changing.
We pre-recorded today's conversation via Zoom with Nathan Stalvey, Director of Clarke County Historical Association to talk about what Phase Two looks like for the museum, it's programs and properties. Nathan told us about how they managed their way through a shutdown and into Phase One. We talked about all the new online content his team developed to keep people engaged and about how much of that will continue into Phase Two and beyond. Nathan explained their plans to re-open Burwell-Morgan Mill and their hopes to getting back to a "new" normal for tourism, events and programs. For more information about Clarke County Historical Association, visit their website: https://clarkehistory.org/
The Nantucket Historical Association recently added an unusual item to its map collection: an embossed outline map of Nantucket, tucked in the back of the 1841 Annual Report of the Perkins Institution and Massachusetts Asylum for the Blind, now known as the Perkins School for the Blind. “It seems that the head of the school, Dr. Samuel Howe, when he founded the school, or was one of the co-founders of the school, he was interested in building a library for his students, and there were not many tactile books available for the blind at this point in time,” said Amelia Holmes, Associate Director of the Historical Association’s Research Library. “And so he was interested in increasing not just educational texts but leisure texts as well that they could read in their own free time.” The Braille method was being developed in France at the time, but it wasn’t well-known in 1841. So Dr. Howe developed his own method of tactile type, known as “Boston Line Type,” that could fit twice as much
Anne Pope, Rev. Sam Johnson and Stephanie Woodard will speak about the African-American history of Great Migration from Shabuta, Mississippi to the South End of Albany and then, to Rapp Road in the Pine Bush. Ms. Pope describes growing up in Shabuta. Rev Johnson will speak about how his father brought 100 families from Shabuta to Albany. Ms. Woodard speaks about the association. The Rapp Road Historical Association became the first African American Community placed on the NYS Historic Registry in September, 2002 as a result of it’s uniqueness and history connected to the Great Migration. It was then placed on the National Historic Registry in January, 2003. It became chartered by NYS Department of Education’s Board of Regents in 2006 and became a non profit 501(c)3 in 2015.
We were in the studio today with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director of the Clarke County Historical Association and President of Berryville Main Street. We talked about a few events the CCHA has planned in 2019, gift memberships to the organization as well as the real estate listing for Carter Hall. He also gave us some insight into the recent fire which resulted in the total loss of the 101 year old Clermont Barn. For more information about the Clarke County Historical Association, visit their website: http://www.clarkehistory.org/ Nathan also told us about a new bakery opening on Main Street in Berryville, talked about the holiday parking meter decorations, the mission of the Berryville Main Street organization as well as the fact they are currently hiring for a new part-time executive director. For more information about Berryville Main Street, visit their website: http://www.berryvillemainstreet.org/
We were back in the studio with Nathan Stalvey, (wearing a different hat from Tuesday's show) Executive Director for the Clarke County Historical Association. He gave us an update on several events including Trivia Night at Barns of Rose Hill on election night and Heritage Day happening on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the Burwell-Morgan Mill. We also talked about the fall Art at the Mill show and he gave artist's interested in showing at the spring show details for how to get registered. Plus, we discussed annual giving to help support other events for Clarke County Historical Association along with their current exhibit featuring the history of baseball in Clarke County. For more details about his organization, visit their website: http://www.clarkehistory.org/ Nathan was also a guest on Sports Dogs After Hours on October 4, 2018 when I filled in as host for Randy. You can hear that show here: https://theriver953.com/podcast/sports-dogs-after-hours-clarke-county-baseball/
We were in the studio today with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director of the Clarke County Historical Association to talk about their upcoming events. Nathan gave us details on Art at the Mill, Live Trivia that happens the first Tuesday of each month (beginning in October) at the Barns of Rose Hill, Survey Day, Broken Bones & Rotten Teeth, and Heritage Day. Get more information about Clarke history on their website: http://www.clarkehistory.org/ and follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkeHistory/
We were in the studio for Tourism Tuesday - Clarke County edition - with Len Capelli, Director of Economic Development & Tourism for Clarke County along with his guest, Nathan Stalvey. Nathan is the Director of the Clarke County Historical Association as well as the Board Chair for Berryville Main Street. Nathan told us a bit about the Clarke County Historical Association and some upcoming events they're hosting in August & October. He also told us about the Summer's End Cruise In happening up and down Main Street on Saturday, August 25, 2018. Len gave us some details about the Clarke County Fair, the Artisan Trail Open House on Saturday, August 4, 2018 & exhibits/concerts at Barns of Rose Hill.
Richard VandenBrul of the WW I Historical Association discusses the effects of that war 100 years later. He explores the impact on the US as a superpower, geopolitical reshaping of the world map and some of personalities of the war with host Jim Fausone
West Tennessee is full of rich history, but as development continues, often our past becomes dissolved. The Big Black Creek Historical Association out of Denmark is dedicated to preserving some of our region's most historically significant buildings and cemeteries—and, more importantly, the stories they hold. Today on our podcast, Kevin Adelsberger interviews president Billy King to learn more about the association, his personal life, and the waterway that binds so many historic small towns together.
DC Entrepreneur speaks with local writer Matthew Blitz of Washingtonian, Popular Mechanics, Smithsonian Magazine, Arlington Magazine and Food & Wine. He heads the Obscura Society DC, for Atlas Obscura, by hosting unique, historical, and curious events at different locations in the D.C. region.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/georgeindc)
Hello history friends and welcome back to rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making it. In this month’s podcast series, we are going to remember history in a slightly different way. Rather than talking about it (which, of course, is a great thing to do and a great way to learn), we are going to visit history, see history, experience history, and get immersed in history. (And, yes, we will talk about it a bit too!) What do I mean? I mean that this month we are going to discuss important historical sites around the United States. You might not realize that there are lots and lots of different sites where great and important historical events have occurred. Some were small and brief events. Others were large and long lasting. But all were memorable and all were game changers. I think that it is so important to visit historical sites and see where and how things happened, where people lived and how they lived. Remember, one of my goals is to bring history to life—that is one of the very best ways to keep history alive. And it’s also lots of fun. I remember, when I was 8 years old, my parents took my brother and me on a road trip from Pennsylvania to California. That was one of the most fun trips ever! Besides just spending time together as a family, we also went to historical sites that I had read about in school. It was amazing to actually see the Liberty Bell and the original document of the Constitution. And I was just amazed by visiting Harper’s Ferry! (What? You haven’t heard of Harper’s Ferry?!) No worries. It is one of the places that we’re going to discuss during our exploration of the great historic sites! You might be asking yourself: why is she discussing this issue right now? Great question! Sure it is a change from the topics that I have covered in the past, particularly in April. In that month, I discussed people who had been killed in the fight for civil rights. There were so many people who sadly gave their lives during the civil rights movement but I was only able to discuss a few of them like Harry and Harriette Moore who were was killed for documenting cases of lynching and who fought for equality in education, Rev. James Reeb who was killed while attending the Selma March and Birdia Keglar and Adlena Hamlett who were tortured and killed on their way home from testifying before the Commission on Civil Rights and who had worked tirelessly for voting rights. Yes, these stories were hard to hear but it was important to remember them and what they lived and fought for. So, sure, this month’s podcast series is very different. But why now? Because school is nearly finished for the year. People are making vacation plans. They want to travel and visit family. Those are great things to do. That is my plan as well. But I would love for people to consider visiting some of these places or having some of these experiences. None of them are expensive. And they give so much more than they cost. And they are experiences that can be remembered for life. We must not let history die. We must support those places that keep African American history alive and remembered. We should take our children to these places so they can see what came before them. History is a larger way of looking at and experiencing life so let’s live life to the fullest. Remember Dr. Carter G. Woodson (the father of Black History) said that “If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated. We must never become a “negligible factor” to anyone, particularly ourselves. Finally, I just want to remind you that this is the new and improved website called rememberinghistory.com where were are remembering history and we’re making history, too. We are a large and growing community of fun and friendly historians and we welcome everyone who loves history or even if you’re just curious about history, we welcome everyone to join. Leave your comments. Read the bodacious blog. If you want more information about the people or issues, go to the remembering history book store called Books & Stuff. You’ll find, of course, books but also DVDs, audiobooks, games and other fun learning tools. Everything has been personally vetted by me so you can trust these resources—or you can blame me if you don’t like them. That’s accountability. Not easy to find on the Internet but you’ll find it here. Visit the Facebook page (which is also new). On the Facebook page, you will find pictures of the places that I mention in the podcasts and you’ll see pictures of the people too. A picture really does speak a thousand words. And you’ll find additional information about the historic sites mentioned here. Finally—really this time!—I just want to remind you that rememberinghistory.com has a surprise coming that will be released on June 1st. Next week, I’ll give you more information about this surprise and how you can be eligible to win one of these surprises. Now, let’s get started remembering history and making history. Yes, I think that I know what YOU’RE thinking now: how can she possibly talk about all the different historic sites related to African Americans? You’re right. I can’t possibly discuss EVERY one of them. Or even most of them. After all, we are talking about more than 400 years of history. It is a lot. So, I’m going to break it down. In this first podcast, I will discuss slavery and abolition. Although slavery ended in 1865, many of the historic sites still remain or have been restored. They are not often visited—after all, it is not a period or topic that most Americans are proud of, like the Declaration of Independence. But it is a part of American history and, especially, African American history so we should take steps to remember it, learn about it and learn from it. Mount Vernon This might seem like a strange place to revisit slavery. But it is one of the most moving places that I have ever visited. As you are probably aware, Mount Vernon was the plantation home of George Washington, first president of the United States. Of course, Washington did not live on the premises during his two terms as president. But he always remained connected to the plantation and immediately returned to it following his tenure. It is no surprise that George Washington owned slaves. In fact, he owned as many as 316 slaves that lived at Mount Vernon. At the time of his death in 1799, 90 percent of the population at Mount Vernon consisted of enslaved African Americans. And they lived in different quarters on the five farms that comprised Mount Vernon. The largest slave quarter was located at Mansion House Farm where 90 slaves lived. In other quarters, located at nearby farms or in distant fields, the quarters were smaller, housing around 45 or 50 persons. There is some dispute about the quality of the slave quarters. Some records say that the living areas were made of brick, had several fireplaces and glazed windows. Other reports (written by visitors to George and Martha) said that the quarters were basic log houses. Inspectors described them as wretched. Husband and wife slept on a pallet while children slept directly on the floor. I am mentioning Mount Vernon because the slave quarters (near the main house) have been restored and are open to visitors. This was an amazing experience. Standing in the quarters where the enslaved population lived was an emotional trip and brought the history to life for me. I witnessed others having the same experience—both adults and children. It is a trip back in history that every American should take. With its large population of enslaved persons, Mount Vernon also had a cemetery for the African slaves. It is near the main house. Today, it is marked with a small monument that recognizes the slaves who lived, worked and died on the plantation. To bring it all together, Mount Vernon has an excellent museum that discusses various aspects of life at the plantation, including the living conditions, experiences and lives of the enslaved population. It has excellent and interesting descriptions, exhibits and explanations. It even discussed the clothing, food and working conditions of the slaves. Mount Vernon has made a great effort to restore and present life at the first president’s plantation. The restored slave quarters, the slave cemetery and the museum presents the enslaved population (both skilled and unskilled) in a realistic and dignified way. Mount Vernon is open 365 days each year. It is a short drive from Washington, D.C. and has an amazing restaurant. You gotta try the hoe cakes (pancakes made from cornmeal—it’s an original recipe by Washington’s niece)! Take the whole family—you will never forget the experience. I just briefly want to mention another plantation from the same period. Montpellier is the plantation owned and operation by James Madison, 4th president of the United States. Montpellier was a larger and grander plantation than Mount Vernon (I didn’t think that this was possible) and had large, multi-generational population of enslaved persons. Montpellier has undergone many restorations but there much less is known about the slaves who lived on the plantation. (The Madisons kept long and copious notes about their lives and the work of James Madison, but they did not maintain the detailed records like those kept at Mount Vernon.) Nevertheless, it is known that between 1723 and 1844, there were more than 200 slaves that lived on Montpellier and that 7 generations of families were born, lived and died there. So, why do I mention Montpellier? There is an amazing archeological dig and excavation being conducted on the plantation. And they take volunteers from the public. You simply have to sign up for one of their week-long sessions where you will live and work with the archeologists on Montpellier. Some of the excavations focus on the mansion and property owned by the Madisons. However, they are also excavating the slave quarters and even restoring them for historical purposes. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of history and to protect history for future generations. This type of opportunity does not often occur and it will not last forever so it is important to contact Montpellier as soon as possible if you wish to participate in this important excavation and restoration. You can get the information on the remembering history Facebook page. But it is also available at Montpellier.org. I encourage visiting the Remembering History Facebook page because you will find more specific details and you can ask any questions that you might have. Again, Montpellier is an important place, not just because it was the home of James and Dolley Madison but also because of its large slave population who lived for 7 generations on the plantation. The current excavation gives you a chance to be a part of history. And that’s what this podcast is about: making history! For more information and pictures, go to the Remembering History website or the Facebook page. Okay, so let’s leave the plantations now and visit the home of one of the most famous and greatest abolitionists: Frederick Douglass. Yes, you can actually visit his home! Frederick Douglass House is part of the U.S. National Park Service. In fact, it has been since 1962. Frederick Douglass house is one of the most interesting and often forgotten treasures in the Washington, D.C. area. It is based in Anacostia, Maryland, just minutes from the national capitol. As you probably know, Frederick Douglass was born into slavery and was purchased by several different kinds of people. Some were cruel. Others were more compassionate. He actually learned how to read (which was illegal for slaves) from a compassionate and brave woman who was married to a man who had purchased him. He eventually escaped and became a very influential abolitionist, orator and writer. He published a newspaper that opposed slavery and published his autobiography called Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, which described his life and thoughts as a slave and the degradations that he suffered under the terrible institution. His autobiography gave momentum to the abolition movement. Frederick Douglass travelled throughout the United States and Europe speaking against slavery. As a runaway slave, though, he was constantly threatened with capture but influential friends later purchased his freedom. Frederick Douglass purchased the house called Cedar Hills (we know it as Frederick Douglass House) in September of 1877. He paid $6,700 for the house and the 10 acres around it. The following year, he bought another 5 acres around the house. He moved into the house in the Fall of 1878 and remained there until his death in 1895. The house was first restored in 1922 by the Frederick Douglass Memorial and Historical Association and the National Association of Colored Women. It was further restored in 1972 and a third restoration was completed in 2007. The house and the surrounding land are beautiful and scenic and reportedly have the best views of the national capitol. As part of the National Park Service, there are today many tours of Frederick Douglass House. In fact, the only way to get inside the house is as part of a tour, which take place throughout the day. One point to highlight is the library. Frederick Douglass was a true man of letters and had an extensive library with books on virtually every imaginable subject. It has been called the most impressive room in this most impressive house. A “not to be missed” room in this house is the “growlery”. This was a special room and I urge you to ask the knowledgeable volunteers about how Mr. Douglass used this room. You will be surprised! If, unfortunately, you are not able to visit Frederick Douglass House or you just can’t wait to see the interior, then you can also take a virtual tour of the house on the website. More on this great feature on the Remembering History website and Facebook page—and you will also find helpful information about the opening times, tours, directions and the history of the house. Go visit the website or Facebook page and I hope that you will “like” us there too. Continuing on with the history of the abolition movement, we have the Black Heritage Trail. Do you know where the Black Heritage Trail is? Can you guess? Okay, I’ll just tell you: Boston. (Yes, there is also a Black Heritage Trail in Columbus, Ohio, too.) But we will focus on Boston. The Black Heritage Trail links more than 15 pre-Civil War structures and historic sites, including the 1806 African Meeting House, which is the oldest surviving black church in the United States. (You will hear about another church in the last podcast in this series so stay tuned.) The Black Heritage Trail is a path in Boston, Massachusetts, winding through the Beacon Hill neighborhood and other sites that are important in African American history. Massachussetts was the first state to abolish slavery and, therefore, a large abolitionist community was formed there. And many enslaved persons escaped and sought refuge in the state. The trail begins at the Museum for African American History in Boston (which is actually located in Abiel Smith School). The trail includes 10 sites that were known to be part of the Underground Railroad. Stories about the owners and escaped slaves are provided at the houses. At the beginning of the trail, visitors can collect maps and written histories of how the Underground Railroad assisted slaves in getting to freedom. However, it notes the difficulties didn’t end in Boston, particularly after the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act and other laws that threatened escaped slaves. The Black Heritage Trail is an interesting and active historical site that is a strong part of American history. Take the family. Take the car. Or be prepared to walk, which is always a good idea. You will find interesting and inspirational stories of real heroism and courage. Never depressing. Always interesting. Shows how individuals can make a real difference. For additional information including a map of the Black Heritage Trail, go to the Remembering History Facebook page. I think that you will definitely like us. But you be the judge. Finally, there is one last place that I want to mention in this podcast on famous historic sites about slavery and abolition. This site is slightly different than the others but I hope you will agree that it is very relevant and extremely important—historically and today. It is called the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Based in Cincinnati, the mission of the Freedom Center is to collect and reveal the stories of freedom heroes from the Underground Railroad to the present time. Its goal is to inspire modern abolitionist heroes. There are stories about true American heroes like Harriett Tubman and her work to help enslaved people escape to freedom as well as her work as a nurse and spy during the American Civil War. The center devotes a lot of resources to fighting modern day slavery as well as recognizing the history of African slavery. The Center offers a variety of programs for visitors and educators including films, lectures, exhibits, gallery talks and family programs. In a special section of the center, individuals and groups can learn how to become modern day abolitionists in a three-step program. Spoiler alert: The three steps are: Learn, teach and act. But there is much more to it and the center is devoted to abolishing modern day slavery. Less you think that the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is a heavy, boring or slightly depressing place, get ready for a big surprise. Yes, there are parts that are difficult such as the Auschwitz exhibit, there is also interactive and age-relevant stories that are so inspirational and empowering that visitors are left feeling ready, willing and able to change the world! For additional information about the Freedom Center, take a look at the Remembering History Facebook page—there will be lots of practical information but also interesting commentary and stories. Again, visit the page and hopefully like us there. So, that is all for today. Great sites: The slave quarters and the slave cemetery at Mount Vernon. At Montpellier, you can actually excavate and restore the slave quarters. Then Frederick Douglass House—the world’s most famous abolitionist. The Black Heritage Trail will take you along the Underground Railroad. And finally the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center shows us how to fight modern day slavery and helps to work as modern day abolitionists. You see, there are so many great African American historical sites throughout the country. I hope that you have enjoyed this podcast and gotten great ideas about places to go and to take the family this summer. So much to see. So much to learn. And, no, we’re not finished. In the next podcast, we are going to visit some unusual historical sites. They might be surprises but I will give a small hint: think of a very famous, “game-changing” athlete and where he became famous. And the final podcast in this series is going to take us to the west coast of the United States. Yes, there are a lot of interesting historical sites there—don’t let the people on the East Coast or in the South make you believe that African Americans did not have a strong presence in the west. We did—and you will hear about it in the third podcast. So, please visit the rememberinghistory.com website or the Facebook page. You will find great resources and information and a great community of history lovers in both places. Oh, did I mention the books and DVDs that you might also find interesting? Well, I mentioning them now so take a look or listen on the website. I hope that you find them interesting and helpful. See you next time at rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making it. Bye for now! Robin
Tom and David Rees talk about converting folks to Bluerail on existing DCC club layouts and how about N-scale? Ralph Watson introduces the Central Railway Model and Historical Association http://www.crmha.org/ (for more) and Ralph's own On30 layout. Phil Fimiani returns and Tom is curious about the bread factory. Stuart Baker provides an update on OpenLCB. Joe Drury introduces his double shelf layout. Dave Falkenburg realizes that he has unleashed the beast. Richard 'Murf' Murphy joins the conversation to discuss some club problems. David Karkoski has completely changed his layout plans. Bruce Kelly has a lot going on. Lee Dixon introduces his future northern Californian layout. Dave Barraza is considering a garden layout. Mike King has been photographing things for the Facebook group. Jim Lamagdeleine is a great-grandfather and he may scrap his layout. Tom and Jim conclude the show chatting about the finer points of bachelor time for the married man. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/
Tom and David Rees talk about converting folks to Bluerail on existing DCC club layouts and how about N-scale? Ralph Watson introduces the Central Railway Model and Historical Association http://www.crmha.org/ (for more) and Ralph's own On30 layout. Phil Fimiani returns and Tom is curious about the bread factory. Stuart Baker provides an update on OpenLCB. Joe Drury introduces his double shelf layout. Dave Falkenburg realizes that he has unleashed the beast. Richard 'Murf' Murphy joins the conversation to discuss some club problems. David Karkoski has completely changed his layout plans. Bruce Kelly has a lot going on. Lee Dixon introduces his future northern Californian layout. Dave Barraza is considering a garden layout. Mike King has been photographing things for the Facebook group. Jim Lamagdeleine is a great-grandfather and he may scrap his layout. Tom and Jim conclude the show chatting about the finer points of bachelor time for the married man. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/
My guest is Ms. Ruth Detrow she was a English teacher for 30 years, Realtor, Board member of the Historical Association, committee member of the Republican Party and Council person of ward 3 precinct in Ashland county. Her education BA in fine arts and Master degree in Education.Are conversation will be about the housing market and the fairness with some … Read more about this episode...
Podcast of a third interview between Dr Andrew Foster from the Historical Association and member of The National Archives' Strategic Academic Stakeholder Forum and Oliver Morley, Chief Executive and Keeper, The National Archives, which took place on 11 February 2013.
Podcast of an interview which took place on Monday 29 November 2010. Dr Andrew Foster from the Historical Association and also a member of The National Archives Strategic Academic Stakeholder Forum in conversation with Oliver Morley, Acting Chief Executive about the strategic challenges faced by The National Archives in difficult economic times and how The National Archives plans to continue building relationships with the academic and research community.
Professor Barry Coward, President of the Historical Association and the Cromwell Association discusses the nature of the republican government of Britain's most controversial head of state.