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Martha Washington
May 28, 2007

Martha Washington Remembers

This first lady devotes herself to her husband and his troops.

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slavery and manumission
May 21, 2007

Slavery and Manumission

The little-known process of manumission was a means of securing freedom for a handful of Virginia slaves.

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Benedict Arnold
January 22, 2007

A Conversation With Benedict Arnold

What would Benedict Arnold have to say for himself? Interpreter Ken Johnston gives listeners a taste.

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Benedict Arnold
November 27, 2006

Benedict Arnold

Colonial Williamsburg actor-interpreter Ken Johnston says “founding father” might be a more apt description than “traitor” for the man who was more loyal to his principles than his party.

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theatre
October 23, 2006

Colonial Theater

Todd Norris talks about Colonial Williamsburg’s live performances, staged in the streets of Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area as often as in its theaters.

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Hope Smith
October 2, 2006

Educating Through Theater

Making connections with hundreds of curious minds every day makes Hope Smith feel like a teacher with Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area as her classroom.

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