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For Secondary Students of History
Spring 2010 A Partner of History Channel® Issue XVII
PRESERVING THE GIFT OF LIBERTY
Growing up, I never gave much thought to the importance of learning history. At that time in my life, it seemed to be nothing more than an exercise in remembering dates and names. But, later, I learned that it is about so much more. I found that among the great lessons and
wisdom to be discovered from history are ideals, a philosophy of how one should live one’s life, and about what works and what doesn’t work in creating a free society where each individual can achieve to their own highest potential.
I learned that the freedom and opportunities our country afforded me are what allowed me to build a successful company and accumulate wealth. It was an America where, if you worked hard and focused, you could achieve to the best of your ability. Over time, I began to understand that the principles established in the American Founding made that possible. Concepts such as “all men are created equal and they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” and that governments are formed to protect those rights. These were the great promises pronounced in the Declaration of Independence and made into law in the Constitution.
As I read more, I began to learn that America’s founding principles and history were not being taught at most colleges and universities. This alarmed me. How, I thought, can people fulfill their roles and responsibilities as leaders and citizens without understanding the foundations of a free society? The principles on which our country was founded, I felt must be taught and transmitted to each generation or they will be forgotten and our liberty will be lost. I want my grandchildren to have the same opportunities I’ve had in life, so it occurred to me that more than just
Jack Miller is a prominent Chicago area entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is the founder and former President/CEO of Quill Corporation, which became the nation’s largest independent direct marketer of office products. Mr. Miller was inducted into Philanthropy World magazine’s Hall of Fame in 2008. He is the author of “Simply Success, How To Start, Build and Grow a Multimillion-Dollar Business the Old Fashioned Way,” published by John Wiley & Sons in 2008.
money, the best thing I could leave my grandchildren is the kind of country I grew up in.
So, in 2004 I began working with professors to find a way to strengthen education in America’s heritage. After several successful pilot projects my team of former college professors and foundation experts and I launched the Jack Miller Center for Teaching America’s Founding Principles and History. The JMC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to enriching education to better prepare students to be good citizens. Our primary focus is on increasing the number of young scholars who are committed to a career in teaching America’s founding principles at the undergraduate college level.
We do that by providing the resources young professors need to expand their own knowledge, teach their students, and advance their careers. We have a growing network of more than 350 scholars on 150 campuses that support one another in this endeavor. Specifically, we offer post-doctoral fellowships, publishing assistance, lecture series, seminars and summer faculty development institutes; and we support many professor-initiated programs on college campuses that enrich the teaching of America’s history and the founding principles. Students learn more than just with dates and names, but, more importantly, the ideas behind the principles, the ideas that gave us the great gift of liberty.
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In my retirement, I am devoting a good deal of my time and money to this project. I am also reading far, far more than I ever did in school, learning more about the brilliant people who were our Founding Fathers and the thinking behind the legacy they left us.
I believe that if our citizens are taught and understand our history and the principles on which our country is founded, our free republic will thrive. However, as Thomas Jefferson said, “If you want to be both free and ignorant, you want what never was and never will be.”
Several studies in recent years document that too many Americans, including those who make our laws, are uninformed about our nation’s heritage. Robust teaching of our founding principles and history is a critical need. These principles are the birthright of every American, regardless of political persuasion. I believe that each of us should embrace an America that fulfills the promises in our Declaration of Independence, and while those promises have not yet been fully realized, that inspired document should be our guiding beacon. Let us not be like Alice in Wonderland when she came to a fork in the road and asked the White Rabbit which road to take. “Where do you want to go,” he asked. “I don’t much care,” replied Alice. “Then it doesn’t matter which road you take,” replied the Rabbit.
We know where we want to go, so it is important which road we take. Our founding principles and history can guide us. Let us not throw away the “gift of liberty” we were given because of ignorance of our history. n
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Access to the NHC network, which includes chapters in 43 states and over 11,000 members, is a great benefit of joining the NHC. We encourage you to read about other chapters in your state or across the country, and to contact a fellow Advisor to swap ideas or explore new opportunities! We have provided the e-mail addresses for Advisors at the chapters featured. Also, to explore specific sites click on the bolded text to be redirected to the website.
Community Christian School (FL) has continued to participate in the Pearl Harbor survivors’ ceremony. They conducted four more veteran interviews, including one by eighth grader William Earls, who interviewed a WWII fighter pilot who was shot down over the Mediterranean in 1943 and taken prisoner by the Germans. Other interviews were with a veteran who flew B-24s with the 15th Air Force in Europe, a retired Army major-general, and a veteran of three wars and his wife who was a Korean War Mash nurse…Contact: Chris Bryans ([email protected])
C o m m a c k ’s History Honor Society (NY) inducted over 100 new members this year who were actively engaged in community activities that promote “Embracing the History of Mankind”, which is their motto. This has been accomplished through bi-weekly tutoring sessions and forming committees that bring the group’s love of history to others. They had several guest speakers—a Vietnam Veteran, an attorney who brought a case before the US Supreme Court, and a Marine who was a former graduate who spoke to the students about the Iraq War. For the first time the students created a “This Week in History” segment on the school television station, which featured a daily two minute clip about specific events or a daily theme…Contact: AnnMarie D’Orazi ([email protected])
Fort Collins High School (CO) got a recent visit from Colorado State University Professor Blane Harding, who spoke about African-American history, especially from Reconstruction through the 1930s. He emphasized how civil rights began much earlier than what kids are usually taught (Rosa Parks, etc.). He discussed NAACP, the Leo Frank case and the Oklahoma Race Riots…Contact: Christine Matthie ([email protected])
Henry Clay High School (KY) received two WWII Japanese battle flags from a veteran who read about their History Lab in the local newspaper. The flags are signed by the soldiers who served in each battalion, and the club is in the process of trying to find and contact the survivors of these battalions or their families.
They have set up an initial website (www.japanesememorial.tk), and intend to spread the word as much as possible
while having their members do research. Please check it out and contact them if you can be of any help!…Contact: Chris Snow ([email protected])
The Adams Central High School History Club was recently awarded a grant from the Adams County Community Foundation to design and purchase banners to honor Adams County military veterans. The banners were unveiled on November 10th during the annual Adams Central Veterans Day Program that is organized by the History Club. Listed on the new banners are the names of 4,500 veterans who have
served from Adams County, Indiana dating back to World War I.
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Los Baños High School (CA) honored Charles Sawyer at its inaugural Hall of Fame dinner this past winter. Sawyer has been Los Baños’ resident historian for years and many community members’ ‘go-to’ guy for facts only a man of his wisdom would remember. He has dedicated most of his adult life to the history of Los Baños and the documentation and preservation of it, and has written four books about its history. Sawyer was extremely appreciative of the club’s interest in history, and reminded them that “History tells us where we’ve been, and we all know history repeats itself ”…Contact: Mike Stagnaro ([email protected])
Mexico High’s History Club (MO) helped at an event focused on the medieval ages. As a fund-raiser, the group helped out with serving lunch to a group of medieval researchers during a round table designed to dispel some of the myths surrounding the medieval ages. They not only served lunch, but participated in classes such as medieval childbirth methods, a class over William Marshal—which focused on his chivalry through the lens of the medieval ages, not the Victorian age—and a surgical and medical techniques class. Although the turnout was smaller than expected because of inclement weather, the history club did enjoy a day of being dressed as a person from the time period and learning about a more accurate depiction of the era…Contact: Clark Winslow ([email protected])
Parkway West High School (MO) continued exploring the history of different regions of the world this year. They learned about Ancient Egypt and celebrated with an Egyptian themed party, and learned about the history of Australia in February. They just finished learning about Marie Antoinette and the French Revolution. Club president, Caroline Maurer, gave a presentation on the history of Marie Antoinette’s life, and at another meeting they learned about the causes of the French Revolution. The group ended the year with a party that included a French Revolution trivia and costume contest, cake, French bread, and French cookies, and the 2006 movie Marie Antoinette. Their motto is “the past can be a blast!”…Contact: Lara Boles ([email protected])
Sayreville’s History Honor Society (NJ), though newly formed, has already made its mark on the community. On March 30, the organization had its second
official meeting with its fully ratified Constitution and a guest speaker from Rutgers University Graduate School. Jason Slesinski, a fifth generation Sayreville resident, presented the students with his Sayreville Oral History Project. The project involved interviewing 25 senior borough residents on life before and during World War II. The interviews are being preserved at the Sayreville Historical Society Museum and shared on YouTube (can view them by clicking Here). In addition to his presentation, Mr. Slesinski offered the Honor Society members an opportunity to partake in his project. On April 11, six students took advantage of this opportunity. At the Sayreville Museum, the students listened to the audio of these videos and transcribed them…Contact: Robert Szabo ([email protected])
Spanish River’s Club (FL) commemorated Elvis Presley’s 75th birthday back in January. To honor “The King”, there was a school-wide competition to “Name that Elvis Tune” via the morning announcements each week leading up to his birthday. On his actual birthday, the chapter invited guests to a party that featured food, music, and dancing…Contact: Kim Green ([email protected])
St. George’s Independent School (TN) had five members serve as ushers at the recent Civil Rights Symposium in Memphis at Rhodes College. A panel of distinguished historians—Edward Ayers, Professor of History and President at University of Richmond; David Blight, Professor of History at Yale University; John McCardell, recently named President of the University of the South (Sewanee)—discussed the still unfolding legacy of the Civil War era, and how it continues to cast a shadow in American society…Contact: Rhonda Charnes ([email protected])
The West Harpeth Christian Tutorial Chapter (TN) has been busy making history come alive. Students participated in a few different re-enactment events, including the 1861 Confederate Christmas Ball where attendees dressed in period costume and participated in 1861 dances and activities. Students also competed in the Middle Tennessee History Day. Brittany Wilharm won 2nd place for Senior Individual Documentary and Laura-Kate Gonyea won 1st place for Senior Individual Performance…Contact: Sharon Wilharm ([email protected])
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CHAPTER SPOTLIGHT: MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL, NORTH CAROLINA
Twenty-seven enthusiastic LOV/RIR (Lessons of Vietnam/Recent International Relations) seniors, along with nine outstanding chaperones, got together for a “last hurrah” on April 15 – 17, 2010. We kicked off our thirteenth annual field trip to Washington, D.C. with a visit to the United States Institute of Peace, where students heard insightful presentations regarding past and present U.S. foreign policy from esteemed international journalist Marvin Kalb and Ambassador William Taylor. Students and chaperones later enjoyed a delicious five-course dinner at a Vietnamese restaurant in Georgetown--a great way for all to experience Vietnamese cuisine and culture.
F r i d a y morning started off by meeting special LOV links at The Wall. Col. Bill Mayall, Mr. Dave Rabadan, Mr. Bill McGrady, and Dr. Ric Vandett spoke to us about their interpretation of “The Wall that Heals.” Students then located the names of family friends, family members, or friends of our veteran links and proceeded to rub these special names. Each student was extremely touched, but in a way that was unique to only the individual.
We then took in the beautiful World War II Memorial, enjoying the gorgeous weather and talking with WWII and Vietnam Veterans as we proceeded to the Holocaust Museum. However, once in the Holocaust Museum, every student was completely silent while walking through the sobering exhibits.
For the remainder of the afternoon, we walked around our Nation’s Capitol, visiting museums and historical monuments of our choice. That same evening, we all headed to the Lincoln Memorial for our Candlelight Ceremony. Due to the slightly inclement weather, students and chaperones hiked up the impressive stairs of the Lincoln Memorial and sought refuge under the east side. Our ceremony started with the following remarks from Dr. Ric Vandett (a veteran) relating to the high cost of Freedom:
“I’ve been asked to talk about why we are here. Obviously, we’re here to honor those who paid the cost of freedom and whose names are on The Wall. But I want you to think of a bigger picture of what this entire area symbolizes – this area framed by the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. These two memorials honor two Presidents
who understood the cost of freedom…Washington’s
successes brought freedom from tyranny. Lincoln’s successes brought freedom for the slaves. Washington began a country. Lincoln united a country. These memorials remind us of the cost of freedom, but there is so much more between these two monuments. There is the World War II Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. There is the statue… honoring the women who served in Vietnam. There is the statue… honoring the men who fought in Vietnam. And, of course, there is
Artwork by Millbrook student Lizz Alfano.
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the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This entire area framed by the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial symbolizes the cost of freedom for Americans.
After reading the names of Raleigh area men who lost their lives in Vietnam, students—one by one—stepped into the circle, freely speaking about what the LOV class and our amazing journey had taught them. Natalie Eroh voiced the need for our public to “appreciate our government and our freedom when living in America.” She continued, “Listening to Dr. Vandett’s speech really put into prospective what our soldiers fight for.” Emotions ran high as students shared their thoughts and impressions.
The next morning, our group was given an incredible tour of the Women’s Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery by Veteran link Ms. June Eldridge, after which students trekked up the hill to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, which was a great way to wrap up the trip.
Students and chaperones were extremely grateful for this fantastic experience. Senior Joey Kupsky has found a “new respect for everyone who has served in the defense of this country, and the field trip drove home the idea of what true sacrifice really is.” And, Mark Hoffman came away with a profound realization: “Above all, remember what you have learned. There is no point in knowing and then forgetting, as no growth is made. If we forget the experiences and lessons we have learned, what was the point? But if we remember, then we have grown as a people.”
This is one of the most important lessons we can learn, not only from the Vietnam War, but from all wars. The knowledge that we have gained spans all generations, political affiliations, class, and gender, uniting everyone. With this newfound respect and awareness, our generation will be the one filled with respect for the past, yet determined to do what is right for our country in the present. The confidence that this class and this trip has instilled in us will enable us as adults to be educated citizens and influence our neighborhoods, communities, states, and even our country to truly look deep into the wounds of the past and search for a promising result.
Our curiosity and desire to learn about the scar of Vietnam, which has for too long been hidden beneath the quiet and controversial opinions of our parents and grandparents, will propel us to great heights in the near future. The scar of Vietnam has produced many things—c o n t r o v e r s y , conflict, and also d e b a t e s — b u t more importantly it has produced
a generation with a will and desire to learn, our generation.
* By Emily Bower
* For more information contact: Advisor Lindy Poling at [email protected]
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CHAPTER SPOTLIGHT: RAINIER JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL, OREGON
On Saturday, April 24, 2010, the Rainier Junior/Senior High School History Club of Rainier, Oregon, under the direction of Mr. Andrew Demko, Social Studies Teacher and Club Advisor, stepped back in time to 1853 and presented the first annual Rainier Revisited living history re-enactment of Rainier’s history. Through this re-enactment, students were given the chance to work with community members, school clubs and re-enactors from Fort Steilacoom as they depicted what life was like for both civilians and the passing military in the area.
Students in the History Club portrayed privates in the military as well as fur trappers and townspeople, while Mr. Demko portrayed Captain Brent from Fort Vancouver. Helping the club to succeed were Mr. Mike Vandehey, Rainier Junior/Senior High School Agriculture and Shop Teacher who worked with students and his dad to build false-fronts for the town; which included a yarn shop, run by Ms. Virginia Rose, school counselor, a mercantile owned and run by Ms. Cara Mortlock, Junior High Resource Teacher, and a small post office run by the town founder, Charles A. Fox, portrayed by Mr. Mel Brady. Mrs. Jackie Schiedler, a school instructional assistant, ran the town museum and portrayed a townsperson, with Mr. Michael Carter, the school district superintendent, portraying a fur trapper. The Rainier Junior/Senior High School Art Club, led by Mrs. Beth Bailey, hosted a booth selling period snacks. Additionally, Mr. Vandehey’s parents helped to prepare meals in cast iron pots for the
students and visitors over campfires. The Rainier Junior/ Senior High School History Club would like to thank Mr. Brad Ramey, Principal, and Mr. Mark Bernhardt, Vice Principal, for their support, and Mrs. Gretchen Demko for her behind the scenes support.
Visitors were treated to reveille, a talk on period literature and books by Mrs. Corlee Frederick, the school Literacy Coach, a lesson on period agriculture and how to make homemade rope, a preliminary hearing for
deserters, an 1853 birthday party, and a military retreat. Horse and buggy rides were offered as well.
Throughout the school year, the Rainier Junior/ Senior High School History Club and Mr. Demko worked at raising funds for costumes, lumber and props, and also received some donations from local sponsors and individuals. Visitors to Rainier Revisited were asked to make a canned food or monetary donation to assist HOPE, the local food bank for admission. In all, the students were pleased with the outcome as they worked hard to make the event positive and successful. Brainstorming for expanding the program for next year
has already begun!
* For more information contact: Advisor Andy Demko at [email protected]
Jared Thomas portraying a fur trapper on the Columbia River.
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Spring is a good time for history students to submit their best research papers for consideration by The Concord Review. Since 1987, we have published 901 essays by secondary students from 44 states and 38 other countries. There is no other journal in the world for the academic papers of
high school students.
Our website at www.tcr.org has a number of examples of papers we have already published, including many of our Emerson Prize winners. Subscriptions are $40 for four issues (about 900 pages) and class set orders (26 or more) receive a 40% discount. Schools in Bangkok, California, Massachusetts, Singapore and elsewhere now have class sets so that students may find inspiration and motivation from reading the exemplary work in history by their peers. Please feel free to write Will Fitzhugh, the Editor, at [email protected], with any questions you have, or visit his
blog at www.tcr.org/blog.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDOver 200 History Club members were nominated for this award. We’d like to recognize the following 12 students for their exemplary leadership and commitment to their clubs for multiple years. Advisors nominated their top members, who have been the driving force behind making their clubs successful—ranging from recruiting other students to join, to designing and implementing programs, to organizing fund-raising drives to sustain the chapter and its activities. The recipients all
received a complimentary subscription to The Concord Review.
Abby Orscheln, Mexico High School (MO)
Allison Perez, Stevenson Middle School (TX)
Daniele Sepersaud, Evans High School (FL)
Erin Russell, Parkway West High School (MO)
Jason Vespoli, West Morris Central High School (NJ)
Jesse Pruitt, Frankton High School (IN)
Jonathan Swidrak, Lakeview Jr. High School (MA)
Michael Swidrak, Lakeview Jr. High School (MA)
Lauren Hensley, Blacksburg High School (SC)
Ryan Murphy, Commack High School (NY)
Sierra Wescott, Buckfield Jr/Sr High School (ME)
Tiffani Tonner, Adams Central High School (IN)
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LEADAMERICA ESSAY CONTESTThe NHC and LeadAmerica are pleased to announce the winners of the 2010 essay contest on Historical Leadership. The contest was held during this past winter and spring, and students wrote about how the leadership by a person or a group
of people contributed to the development of society, and what today’s leaders and citizens can learn from this.
First Prize - Rita Zevallos, West Springfield High School (VA) Essay on Cesar Chavez
Second Prize - Tori Mahon, Summit Country Day School (OH) Essay on Cosimo de’ Medici
Honorable Mention:
Catherine Bousquet, Saint Mary’s Hall (TX)James Demetriades, Cromwell High School (CT)Ryan DiCicco, Cactus Shadows High School (AZ)
Liz Hawkins, Colorado Virtual Academy (CO)Vivian Hughbanks, Homescholar (TN)
Mike Lemon, Calvert Hall College High School (MD)Jacob Ratliff, Amelia High School (OH)
McKayla Shahan, Marine and Oceanographic Academy (FL)Iain Tartal, Calvert Hall College High School (MD)
Annie Zhu, The Hockaday School (TX)
The National Leadership Summit, hosted by LeadAmerica, provides high achieving students with the opportunity to build real world career skills and analyze leadership attributes within the environment of our nation’s capital. For ten days, students participate in leadership case studies on individuals like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, while debating current policy initiatives confronting the United States such as Health Care, National Security and the Environment through the National Leadership Summit campaign simulation. In addition to exploring policy, students practice skills central to future success such as coalition and platform building, networking, public speaking, conflict resolution and
communication, while also visiting sites like Capitol Hill, Mount Vernon and the Smithsonian Museums.
To learn more about LeadAmerica and the National Leadership Summit, please visit http://www.lead-america.org/conferences/nls/nls_hs.asp or contact an Admissions Counselor at 866.FYI.LEAD.
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ADVISOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
The NHC and the Churchill Centre would like to recognize the following Advisors for their exceptional commitment to history education and the mission of the National History Club. All Advisors will receive a
copy of Franklin and Winston, written by Jon Meacham.
Tom Siefring, United Nations International School (NY)
Rosanne Lichatin & Michelle Mongey, West Morris Central High School (NJ)
Jim Schneider & Shawn Young, McAuley High School (OH)
Christine Matthie, Fort Collins High School (CO)
Gail Chumbley, Eagle High School (ID)
The Churchill Centre was founded in 1968 to educate new generations on the leadership, statesmanship, vision and courage of Winston Spencer Churchill.
Visit winstonchurchill.org to read and hear a selection of Churchill’s speeches. For a free issue of their quarterly journal, Finest Hour, email your request to s.sigman@
comcast.net. Be sure to include your complete name and mailing address.
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HISTORY CLUB OF THE YEAR AWARD
The following chapters are being recognized by the NHC for exemplary activities, community service, and overall commitment during this school year. Each club will receive a package of materials
(books, DVDs, posters, and more) from the sponsors listed down below.
*** Cinco Ranch Junior High School (Texas) ***
*** Clayton A. Bouton High School (New York) ***
*** Frankton Jr/Sr High School (Indiana) ***
*** Hopewell Middle School (Texas) ***
*** Rainier Jr/Sr High School (Oregon) ***
*** S.C. Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (South Carolina) ***
*** St. Martin High School (Mississippi) ***
*** Stuart-Hobson Middle School (DC) ***
*** Wayne Valley High School (New Jersey) ***
*** Williams Bay High School (Wisconsin) ***
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The NHC would like to recognize the following colleges and universities that were generous enough to sponsor a local history club chapter from their state. We strongly encourage students who are considering majoring in history in
college, and may be applying to one of these schools, to visit the school’s website listed down below to find out more about the history department.
Brandeis UniversityFranklin & Marshall College
Emory UniversityGeorgia Institute of Technology
Furman UniversityKent State University
Lebanon Valley CollegeMercyhurst CollegeNew York UniversityPrinceton University
Suffolk UniversitySouthwestern University
Stanford UniversityUniversity of California at Los Angeles
University of MichiganUniversity of MississippiUniversity of RochesterUniversity of the Pacific
University of Wisconsin-Stevens PointWellesley College
Widener UniversityWilliams College
This Spring the NHC and George Washington’s Mount Vernon again co-sponsored the “History Student of the Year” prize. Each chapter selected a recipient for this award, and s/he received an autographed copy of George Washington and Benedict Arnold: A Tale of Two Patriots by General Dave R. Palmer. General Palmer is a military historian who served two tours in the Vietnam War and is the former Superintendent of West Point.
Mount Vernon is the most popular historic estate in America. The estate, gardens and farm of Mount Vernon totaled some 8,000 acres in the 18th century. Today, roughly 500 acres have been preserved 16 miles south of Washington, DC, on the banks of the Potomac River. Visitors can see 20 structures and 50 acres of gardens as they existed in 1799, as well as the tombs of George and Martha Washington. Mount Vernon welcomes an average of 1,000,000 visitors each year.
Hunter Lewin receiving his book from Advisor Will Waghorne (Hopewell Middle School, TX)
Supporters
John Abele
Greg Boyle
Fireman Charitable Foundation
History Channel
George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Gilder Lehrman Institute
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
The Concord Review
The Churchill Centre
National Coalition of Independent Scholars
The Freedom Trail
Virtual JFK
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
U.S. Institute of Peace
National World War II Museum
Agricultural Historical Society
American Civil War Center
Bill of Rights Institute
C.V. Starr Center for the Study of the American Experience
Civil War Preservation Trust
Cold War Museum
Historic Corinth
History News Network
Illinois State Historical Society
Indiana Council for the Social Studies
Laurel Hill Cemetery
LeadAmerica
Library of Virginia
Maryland Historical Society
Massachusetts Historical Society
Michigan Council for History Education
Museum of Florida History
National Council for History Education
National Vietnam War Museum
Omohundro Institute of Early American History
National Constitution Center
Society of Architectural Historians
The Historical Society
Patrick Allitt (Professor, Emory)
Charles Aulino
Peter Baldwin (Professor, UCLA)
Peter Gibbon
Steve Wheatley
The National History Club is a 501(c)(3) organization that relies on grants and donations to support efforts. If you are passionate about history and would like to contribute to our mission of promoting history at the
secondary level please contact Robert Nasson ([email protected]).
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