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August 19, 2013

Founding Mothers

Sharp quills did the bidding of the even sharper intellects of the Revolution’s founding mothers. Listen to the words of Mercy Otis Warren and Abigail Adams, voiced by Abigail Schumann.

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Benedict Arnold
August 12, 2013

American Traitor

Would Benedict Arnold be remembered as a hero if he had picked the winning side? Interpreter Scott Green shares the rise and demise of a brilliant strategist.

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August 5, 2013

Williamsburg's Indian School

The Indian School at the College of William and Mary was conceived for the religious conversion of Indians. Professor Jim Axtell shares the storied building’s history.

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July 29, 2013

Kids Tell the Story

History is in the hands of Junior Interpreters all summer long, as the story of the Revolution expands to include a kid’s perspective. Pam Blount tells us how sites involve children in the 18th century and today.

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July 15, 2013

History's Myths

Myths abound in history’s retelling. Historian and author Mary Miley Theobald shares some of her favorites.

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James Southall
July 8, 2013

A Host to Treason

An ordinary tavern keeper makes the choice to side with the patriot cause, risking his livelihood and his reputation. Chris Allen portrays James Southall for Colonial Williamsburg.

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