Sparks of History

Did Lincoln go after the “Jewish vote”?   How did Lincoln view Catholics?   Did Lincoln face an organized Jewish community?   What kind of Jewish community did Lincoln confront?     Professor Jonathan Sarna Director, Schusterman Center for Israel Studies Joseph H. and Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History at Brandeis University and author of: American Judaism...

Was Alexander Hamilton Jewish? Sparks of History presents a fascinating interview with Andrew Porwancher Wick Cary Associate Professor, University of Oklahoma Ernest May Fellow, Harvard's Belfer Center 2020-2022 Author: The Devil Himself: A Tale of Honor, Insanity, and the Birth of Modern America Professor Porwancher's, The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton (Princeton, 2021). has been acclaimed:...

Professor Jonathan Sarna - Abraham Lincoln & The Jews - Intro   Did a Young Lincoln encounter Jews?   How did Lincoln view Judaism?   Professor Jonathan Sarna Director, Schusterman Center for Israel Studies Joseph H. and Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History at Brandeis University and author of: American Judaism: A History When General Grant Expelled the Jews Linco...

What was Washington's Political Philosophy?   Did the Hebrew Bible Influence Washington?   How was Washington's Touro Synagogue Visit Received by Americans?   Why Study the Life of Washington?   Join award winning author David O. Stewart as he discusses his best selling book: George Washington, The Political Rise of America'sFounding Father. Mr. Stewart is the author of both hi...

What were Washington's key political skills?   What was Washington's Key Military Skill?   Was Washington anti Slavery?   Join award winning author David O. Stewart as he discusses his best selling book: George Washington, The Political Rise of America'sFounding Father. Mr. Stewart is the author of both historical non-fiction and fiction page turners including: Madison’s Gift: Five...

What are some of the Washington Myths?   How did the early frontier years impact Washington?   What Was Washington's Self Reinvention?   Join award winning author David O. Stewart as he discusses his best selling book: George Washington, The Political Rise of America'sFounding Father. Mr. Stewart is the author of both historical non-fiction and fiction page turners including: Madiso...

Did Luther’s anti-Semitism impact the Reformation?   How did Luther view Johannes Reuchlin?   How did future Protestants view Luther?   Why Should Young People Study Luther’s Jews?   Thomas Kaufmann – Martin Luther Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Gottingenand Chairman, German Society for Reformation History Selected works: • Luther’s Jews, A Journey into Anti...

What is ”That Jesus Was Born A Jew”   What was the Impact of “That Jesus was born a Jew”?   Why did Luther write The Jews and Their Lies?   Was Luther’s anti-Semitism: Theological, Racial, Political?   Thomas Kaufmann – Martin Luther Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Gottingenand Chairman, German Society for Reformation History Selected works: • Luther’s Jews,...

Thomas Kaufmann – Martin Luther Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Gottingenand Chairman, German Society for Reformation History Selected works: • Luther’s Jews, A Journey into Anti-Semitism • Geschichte der Reformation in Deutschland • Das Ende Der Reformation: Magdeburgs Herrgotts Kanzlei • Konfession Und Kultur Luther’s Jews – Professor Thomas Kaufmann – Intro What were the earl...

What led Trotsky to become a revolutionary?  Sharp, sensitive naturel critical of father’s business  High school 1890s – read revolutionary literature  Claimed Jewish oppression was not a factor  Developed Marxist approach, joined revolutionary circles  Arrested & exiled to Siberia   Joshua Rubenstein presents the life and works of Leon Trotsky Mr. Rubenstein was Northeast Regional D...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #12 DID LINDBERGH EVER APOLGIZE FOR HIS ANTISEMITIC, PRO NAZI, OPINIONS? • Do not see any retraction or apology • Attempt to clean up his record • Blamed science & technology • Strong anti-United Nations speeches    Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of A...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH WHAT WAS LINDBERGH’S 1941 DES MOINES IOWA SPEECH? • September 1941 speech for America Frist • Realized public opinion shifting away from isolationism • Called Jews . the “others” • Blamed Jews for pushing war • Claimed war would spark widespread anti-Semitism • Strong, negative reaction across the board     Award winning author Candace Fleming The R...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #10 WHAT WAS LINDBERGH’S RELATIONSHIP WITH HENRY FORD? • Not close friends • Lindbergh on tour took Ford for a plane ride • During WW2, army & aviation sector rejected Lindbergh • Henry Ford hired Lindbergh for factory plane production • Worked together on America First     Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbe...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh WAS LINDBERGH A RACIST? • Views were similar to those of Nazi Germany • Advocated eugenics even after World War II • Believed in supremacy of white Christians • Picked a wife based on specific traits / lineage • OK with war against Japan but not with white Germany   Author of: Am...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #8 WAS LINDBERGH A NAZI SYMPATHIZER? • Visited Germany a number of time • Impressed by Hitler • Lindbergh was a fascist • Wanted to move to Berlin • Even after war remained entrenched in fascist beliefs • Anne Lindbergh write Wave of Future • Advocate an American brand of fascism   Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindber...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH HOW DID THE KIDNAPPING IMPACT CHARLES & ANNE LINDBERGH? • Deeply affected them • Charles blamed the media • Soured on USA & democracy • Charles remained silent on matter • Ann was devastated & it created a wedge in the marriage Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing Collection of Joey Cornell...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #6 What is the Lindbergh Law? • Lindbergh baby kidnapping Summer 1932 • US Congress passed law • Kidnapping now a federal offense – across state lines • New section in Department of Justice • Snatch racket was prevalent during depression   Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing Collection of Joey Co...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #5 Did Lindbergh influence US Aviation Industry? • Hugely influential • Brought instant attention to aviation • Showed a new way to travel and move things • Toured the country to demonstrate that air travel was safe • Involved in new airlines including Pan Am   Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #4 WHY WAS LINDBERGH’S SOLO FLIGHT SO HISTORIC? • The solo flight was huge • People were searching • Lindbergh was the underdog, out of nowhere, hero • Showcased American excellence • International response, bringing the world together as one   Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing Collection of Jo...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #3 WHAT WAS LINDBERGH’S PERSONALITY? • Personality stayed constant over the years • Loved machines more than people • Emotionally cold • Compartmentalized • Very exacting • No long-term friendships   Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing Collection of Joey Cornell Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappea...

THE RISE AND FALL OF CHARLES LINDBERGH #2 What were Lindbergh’s early influences? • As a child was constantly told the story of his grandfather • Grandfather Lindbergh came to Minnesota from Sweden • He lost his left arm in a mill accident • Everyone thought he would die • He survived, buried his arm & went back to farming Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindb...

Award winning author Candace Fleming The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh Author of: Amazing Collection of Joey Cornell Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart Ben Franklin’s Almanac: Being a True Account of the Good Gentleman’s Life Ben Franklin’s in My Bathroom! Big Cheese for the White House Boxes for Katje Bulldozer Helps Out Bulldozer’s Big Day Clever Jack Cubs in the Tub:...

Join Sparks of History with noted author, journalist and lecturer James Traub Senior Fellow, Center on International Cooperation, NYU Author of: City on a Hill: Testing the American Dream at City College The Best Intentions: Kofi Annan and the UN in the era of American World Power John Quincy Adams: Militant Spirit What was Liberalism?: The Past, Present, and Promise of a Noble Idea. Mr. Traub dis...

Join Sparks of History with noted author, journalist and lecturer James Traub Senior Fellow, Center on International Cooperation, NYU Author of: City on a Hill: Testing the American Dream at City College The Best Intentions: Kofi Annan and the UN in the era of American World Power John Quincy Adams: Militant Spirit What was Liberalism?: The Past, Present, and Promise of a Noble Idea. Mr. Traub dis...

Join Sparks of History with noted author, journalist and lecturer James Traub Senior Fellow, Center on International Cooperation, NYU Author of: City on a Hill: Testing the American Dream at City College The Best Intentions: Kofi Annan and the UN in the era of American World Power John Quincy Adams: Militant Spirit What was Liberalism?: The Past, Present, and Promise of a Noble Idea. Mr. Traub dis...