CSPAN3 Washington University hosts a series of lectures called 1776: Then and Now. This lecture attempts to answer the question of whether America was founded as a secular or Christian nation. 2026-08-10 The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history. 2026-08-10 The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history. 2026-08-10 The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history. 2026-08-10 The White House Historical Association visits Windsor Castle to explore the American art pieces inside the British Royal collection. 2026-08-10 Historian Jesse Wegman explores the life and legacy of Founding Father James Wilson, whose contributions to American democracy have largely been forgotten due to scandal. 2026-08-10 American historian and bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses George Washington's political and military leadership and the contributions of the French navy during the American Revolution. 2026-08-10 This 1960 U.S. Marine Corps film showcased Marine Corps recruit training in Parris Island, South Carolina. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films. 2026-08-10 Historian Paul Quigley takes a personal look at South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks, who viciously attacked Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner in the U.S. Capitol with a cane in 1856 over the issue of slavery. 2026-08-10 The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House. 2026-08-10 The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosts discussions with authors & historians on the women who have lived in the White House. 2026-08-10 Authors Dorothy Denetclaw and Matt Fitzsimons reexamine the 1919 killing of an Indian trader in the Navajo Nation and the subsequent murder trial. 2026-08-10 Curator Abeer Saha walks C-SPAN's American History TV through an exhibition of more than 30 iconic objects brought together to explore the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence at the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C. 2026-08-10 The Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia holds its annual Patriotic Pet Show in the historic flag maker's courtyard. 2026-08-10 Political strategist and William McKinley biographer Karl Rove reflects on the life & legacy of America's 25th president (1897-1901). His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026. 2026-08-10 Curator Michelle Gullion of the National First Ladies Library and Museum reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Ida McKinley (1897-1901). Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026. 2026-08-10 Historian & author Nancy K. Smith reflects on the life & legacy of First Lady Caroline Harrison. Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026. 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