C-SPAN 3 TV Schedule
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Revolutionary War General Daniel Morgan
55 minutesAuthor Albert Zambone discussed the life of Revolutionary War general Daniel Morgan, including his arrival in the Shenandoah Valley as a homeless teen, his experience in the French and Indian War, and his role in pivotal victories over the British in the 1777 Battles of Saratoga and 1781 Battle of Cowpens. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Prisoners of War During the American Revolution
1 hour, 0 minuteHistory Professor T. Cole Jones talked about the culture of warfare during the 18th century in Europe and North America, and explained the logistics behind capturing prisoners of war. He also illustrated the inhumane conditions inside prison camps and examined how the Continental Congress dealt with the challenges posed by thousands of prisoners. Professor Jones is the author of "Captives of Liberty: Prisoners of War and the Politics of Vengeance in the American Revolution." The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted the event.
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French Officers in the American Revolution
1 hour, 9 minutesAuthor Christy Pichichero talked about the French officers who fought with the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. She argued their experiences in America fighting for "Enlightenment" ideals had a profound influence on French politics once they returned home, helping to lead to revolution in France itself within a decade. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Nathanael Greene's Southern Campaign
57 minutesHistorian and author John Buchanan talked about his book, "The Road to Charleston: Nathanael Greene and the American Revolution." Mr. Buchanan recounted Major General Greene's military strategy in the southern campaign, which reversed a series of losses and ultimately lead to the defeat of the British in South Carolina. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Honoring U.S. Veterans Since the Revolutionary War
1 hour, 51 minutesThe American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted a panel discussion that examined the experiences of U.S. veterans since the Revolutionary War era. Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie delivered the opening remarks.
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Revolutionary War General Daniel Morgan
57 minutesAuthor Albert Zambone discussed the life of Revolutionary War general Daniel Morgan, including his arrival in the Shenandoah Valley as a homeless teen, his experience in the French and Indian War, and his role in pivotal victories over the British in the 1777 Battles of Saratoga and 1781 Battle of Cowpens. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Prisoners of War During the American Revolution
1 hour, 0 minuteHistory Professor T. Cole Jones talked about the culture of warfare during the 18th century in Europe and North America, and explained the logistics behind capturing prisoners of war. He also illustrated the inhumane conditions inside prison camps and examined how the Continental Congress dealt with the challenges posed by thousands of prisoners. Professor Jones is the author of "Captives of Liberty: Prisoners of War and the Politics of Vengeance in the American Revolution." The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted the event.
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French Officers in the American Revolution
1 hour, 10 minutesAuthor Christy Pichichero talked about the French officers who fought with the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. She argued their experiences in America fighting for "Enlightenment" ideals had a profound influence on French politics once they returned home, helping to lead to revolution in France itself within a decade. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Nathanael Greene's Southern Campaign
57 minutesHistorian and author John Buchanan talked about his book, "The Road to Charleston: Nathanael Greene and the American Revolution." Mr. Buchanan recounted Major General Greene's military strategy in the southern campaign, which reversed a series of losses and ultimately lead to the defeat of the British in South Carolina. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Honoring U.S. Veterans Since the Revolutionary War
1 hour, 52 minutesThe American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted a panel discussion that examined the experiences of U.S. veterans since the Revolutionary War era. Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie delivered the opening remarks.
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French Officers in the American Revolution
1 hour, 9 minutesAuthor Christy Pichichero talked about the French officers who fought with the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. She argued their experiences in America fighting for "Enlightenment" ideals had a profound influence on French politics once they returned home, helping to lead to revolution in France itself within a decade. The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati hosted this event.
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Reel America: "What Makes Us Tick" - 1952
14 minutesThis animated promotional film describes how a business incorporates and obtains the right to trade shares on the New York Stock Exchange. Commissioned by the stock exchange, the film argues that wise investments and a sound business system have made the United States prosperous.
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White House History
50 minutesWhite House Historical Association historians Matthew Costello and Lindsay Chervinsky talked about their jobs, and the history and preservation of the executive mansion.
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First Lady Pat Nixon
1 hour, 12 minutesPat Nixon entered the White House as first lady 50 years ago in January 1969. A panel discussed her work, interests and contributions to the Nixon administration. The White House Historical Association and Richard Nixon Foundation co-hosted this event.
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White House Gardens
57 minutesA panel discussed how presidents and first ladies developed and used the White House gardens during their administrations. This program was part of a day-long symposium hosted by the White House Historical Association.
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White House Grounds
35 minutesJonathan Pliska talked about the White House grounds and gardens in this program from a day-long symposium hosted by the White House Historical Association in Washington, D.C. He's the author of "A Garden for the President: A History of the White House Grounds."
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Suffragists & the 19th Amendment
1 hour, 18 minutesAuthor Rebecca Roberts talked about the decade leading up to the passage of the 19th Amendment and how women gained their right to vote through marching, picketing, and persistence. Ms. Roberts is the author of "Suffragists in Washington, D.C.: The 1913 Parade and the Fight for the Vote." The White House Historical Association hosted this discussion.
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Slavery in Washington, DC
1 hour, 8 minutesSmithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch and philanthropist David Rubenstein explore the central role of slavery and race in Washington, DC from its founding to the civil rights era. A particular focus is how presidents interacted and dealt with the institution of slavery. The White House Historical Association hosted this event in recognition of their new initiative, "Slavery in the President's Neighborhood."
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White House History
51 minutesWhite House Historical Association historians Matthew Costello and Lindsay Chervinsky talked about their jobs, and the history and preservation of the executive mansion.
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First Lady Pat Nixon
1 hour, 11 minutesPat Nixon entered the White House as first lady 50 years ago in January 1969. A panel discussed her work, interests and contributions to the Nixon administration. The White House Historical Association and Richard Nixon Foundation co-hosted this event.
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White House Gardens
56 minutesA panel discussed how presidents and first ladies developed and used the White House gardens during their administrations. This program was part of a day-long symposium hosted by the White House Historical Association.
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White House Grounds
36 minutesJonathan Pliska talked about the White House grounds and gardens in this program from a day-long symposium hosted by the White House Historical Association in Washington, D.C. He's the author of "A Garden for the President: A History of the White House Grounds."
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Suffragists & the 19th Amendment
1 hour, 18 minutesAuthor Rebecca Roberts talked about the decade leading up to the passage of the 19th Amendment and how women gained their right to vote through marching, picketing, and persistence. Ms. Roberts is the author of "Suffragists in Washington, D.C.: The 1913 Parade and the Fight for the Vote." The White House Historical Association hosted this discussion.
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Slavery in Washington, DC
1 hour, 7 minutesSmithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch and philanthropist David Rubenstein explore the central role of slavery and race in Washington, DC from its founding to the civil rights era. A particular focus is how presidents interacted and dealt with the institution of slavery. The White House Historical Association hosted this event in recognition of their new initiative, "Slavery in the President's Neighborhood."