C-SPAN 3 TV Schedule
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The Civil War: Understanding the Civil War
1 hour, 3 minutesHistorian Gary Gallagher addressed the misconceptions Americans have about the Civil War and outlined four concepts he believes are crucial in understanding the conflict. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Emancipation in Washington, DC
1 hour, 0 minuteOberlin College history professor Tamkia Nunley talked about the experiences of newly freed African Americans, particularly women, in the Washington, D.C area following the 1862 District of Columbia Emancipation Act. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Confederate General Hood's Texas Brigade
56 minutesSusannah Ural, author of "Hood's Texas Brigade," talked about success of this Confederate unit despite high casualties at the Battle of Antietam. She outlined the influences that shaped the brigade, including support from their families on the home front and camaraderie between the officers and soldiers. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Abraham Lincoln and African Americans
57 minutesCivil War scholar Jonathan White talked about how Abraham Lincoln interacted with African Americans he met during his time in office. He explained how Lincoln's willingness to have African American guests at the White House and shake their hands was considered very liberal, even radical, at that time. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Insights from a Civil War Historian
1 hour, 5 minutesWilliam "Jack" Davis offered his insights as a Civil War historian and explained how historiography has evolved from the late-20th century to the present. He talked about the lessons he has learned from past research, including the complex causes and responisbilities of the war. He is the author of "The Cause Lost: Myths and Realities of the Confederacy." This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Understanding the Civil War
1 hour, 3 minutesHistorian Gary Gallagher addressed the misconceptions Americans have about the Civil War and outlined four concepts he believes are crucial in understanding the conflict. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Emancipation in Washington, DC
1 hour, 0 minuteOberlin College history professor Tamkia Nunley talked about the experiences of newly freed African Americans, particularly women, in the Washington, D.C area following the 1862 District of Columbia Emancipation Act. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Confederate General Hood's Texas Brigade
56 minutesSusannah Ural, author of "Hood's Texas Brigade," talked about success of this Confederate unit despite high casualties at the Battle of Antietam. She outlined the influences that shaped the brigade, including support from their families on the home front and camaraderie between the officers and soldiers. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Abraham Lincoln and African Americans
57 minutesCivil War scholar Jonathan White talked about how Abraham Lincoln interacted with African Americans he met during his time in office. He explained how Lincoln's willingness to have African American guests at the White House and shake their hands was considered very liberal, even radical, at that time. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Insights from a Civil War Historian
1 hour, 6 minutesWilliam "Jack" Davis offered his insights as a Civil War historian and explained how historiography has evolved from the late-20th century to the present. He talked about the lessons he has learned from past research, including the complex causes and responisbilities of the war. He is the author of "The Cause Lost: Myths and Realities of the Confederacy." This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Understanding the Civil War
1 hour, 3 minutesHistorian Gary Gallagher addressed the misconceptions Americans have about the Civil War and outlined four concepts he believes are crucial in understanding the conflict. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Emancipation in Washington, DC
59 minutesOberlin College history professor Tamkia Nunley talked about the experiences of newly freed African Americans, particularly women, in the Washington, D.C area following the 1862 District of Columbia Emancipation Act. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Confederate General Hood's Texas Brigade
56 minutesSusannah Ural, author of "Hood's Texas Brigade," talked about success of this Confederate unit despite high casualties at the Battle of Antietam. She outlined the influences that shaped the brigade, including support from their families on the home front and camaraderie between the officers and soldiers. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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The Civil War: Abraham Lincoln and African Americans
57 minutesCivil War scholar Jonathan White talked about how Abraham Lincoln interacted with African Americans he met during his time in office. He explained how Lincoln's willingness to have African American guests at the White House and shake their hands was considered very liberal, even radical, at that time. This talk was part of a symposium held at the Library of Virginia in Richmond.
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Alexander Hamilton's Economic Plan
51 minutesIn a talk titled, "The Hamilton Scheme: Enemies and Allies in the Creation of an American Economy," historian and author William Hogeland discussed Alexander Hamilton's financial ideas. Mr. Hogeland examines how Hamilton's first goal was paying off the debt accumulated during the Revolutionary War. Selected by President George Washington in 1789, Alexander Hamilton served as the first Secretary of the Treasury until January 1795. The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society and the Museum of American Finance co-hosted this event.
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Historian Joanne Freeman on Alexander Hamilton
1 hour, 1 minuteThe National Council for History Education moved their conference online due to the coronavirus outbreak. This session featured Yale University History and American Studies professor Joanne Freeman, editor of "The Essential Hamilton: Letters & Other Writings."
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Alexander Hamilton's Military Career
1 hour, 12 minutesHistorian Damien Cregeau talked about Alexander Hamilton's military career and his relationship with George Washington. The Dey Mansion in Wayne, New Jersey -- the site of Washington's 1780 headquarters -- hosted this event.
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History Bookshelf: H.W. Brands, "The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr"
1 hour, 17 minutesHistorian H.W. Brands profiled Aaron Burr, the former vice president to Thomas Jefferson. Aaron Burr is most remembered for killing former Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton in a duel on July 11, 1804. H.W. Brands presented a collection of letters between Burr and his daughter, Theodosia, that recount his political ascendancy and downfall. Audience questions were taken by the speaker.
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Alexander Hamilton's Views on Debt
1 hour, 6 minutesPolitical economy professor and author Robert Wright talks about Alexander Hamilton's views on national debt, and imagines how the Founding Father would address the U.S. debt in the 21st century. The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society and the Museum of American Finance co-hosted this event.
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Alexander Hamilton's Economic Plan
50 minutesIn a talk titled, "The Hamilton Scheme: Enemies and Allies in the Creation of an American Economy," historian and author William Hogeland discussed Alexander Hamilton's financial ideas. Mr. Hogeland examines how Hamilton's first goal was paying off the debt accumulated during the Revolutionary War. Selected by President George Washington in 1789, Alexander Hamilton served as the first Secretary of the Treasury until January 1795. The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society and the Museum of American Finance co-hosted this event.
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Historian Joanne Freeman on Alexander Hamilton
1 hour, 2 minutesThe National Council for History Education moved their conference online due to the coronavirus outbreak. This session featured Yale University History and American Studies professor Joanne Freeman, editor of "The Essential Hamilton: Letters & Other Writings."
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Alexander Hamilton's Military Career
1 hour, 11 minutesHistorian Damien Cregeau talked about Alexander Hamilton's military career and his relationship with George Washington. The Dey Mansion in Wayne, New Jersey -- the site of Washington's 1780 headquarters -- hosted this event.
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History Bookshelf: H.W. Brands, "The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr"
1 hour, 18 minutesHistorian H.W. Brands profiled Aaron Burr, the former vice president to Thomas Jefferson. Aaron Burr is most remembered for killing former Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton in a duel on July 11, 1804. H.W. Brands presented a collection of letters between Burr and his daughter, Theodosia, that recount his political ascendancy and downfall. Audience questions were taken by the speaker.
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Alexander Hamilton's Views on Debt
1 hour, 5 minutesPolitical economy professor and author Robert Wright talks about Alexander Hamilton's views on national debt, and imagines how the Founding Father would address the U.S. debt in the 21st century. The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society and the Museum of American Finance co-hosted this event.
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Alexander Hamilton's Economic Plan
49 minutesIn a talk titled, "The Hamilton Scheme: Enemies and Allies in the Creation of an American Economy," historian and author William Hogeland discussed Alexander Hamilton's financial ideas. Mr. Hogeland examines how Hamilton's first goal was paying off the debt accumulated during the Revolutionary War. Selected by President George Washington in 1789, Alexander Hamilton served as the first Secretary of the Treasury until January 1795. The Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society and the Museum of American Finance co-hosted this event.