The Story of the World's Most Iconic Building

The Story of the World's Most Iconic Building

Explore the storied history of the White House in this captivating episode, which uncovers legendary tales and transformative events that have shaped America's most iconic residence. Discover the dramatic 1814 burning of the White House during the War of 1812 and its subsequent rise from the ashes as a symbol of resilience. The episode delves into the numerous renovations and restorations that have modernized this historic landmark over the centuries, from the comprehensive overhaul during the Truman administration to the decorative touches added by various First Ladies. Highlights include Jacqueline Kennedy’s famous televised tour that reintroduced the White House to the American public, the secrecy surrounding its underground bunkers, and the state-of-the-art features and amenities that equip the White House for both state affairs and the private lives of the First Families. We're honored to be joined by Matthew Costello, the Chief Education Officer at the White House Historical Association. Matthew brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, enriching our discussion with his deep understanding of presidential history and the White House's cultural significance. His insights shed light on lesser-known aspects of the residence and its role in American heritage. 🔔Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for more American history! 🏠White House Historical Association website: https://www.whitehousehistory.org/ 🛒Shop the White House on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xPJeNM 🤝Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/AmericanHistoryGazette?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink 📌Follow American History Gazette on social media: https://linktr.ee/americanhistorygazette

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Jonathan Reich: Charles Lindbergh and Antisemitism

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Thomas Schwartz: Nixon, Kissinger, and Foreign Policy

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Thomas Schwartz is a historian of the foreign relations of the United States, with related interests in American politics, the history of international relations. He has held fellowships from the Soci...

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Donald Stinson: Nixon, Watergate, and the White House

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Keith Saliba: The Vietnam War

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Keith Saliba is a professor at Jacksonville University and he is the author of "Death in the Highlands: The Siege of Special Forces Camp Plei Me" and "Crucible 1972: The War for Peace in Vietnam." Ge...

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Paul Zigo: World War II

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Paul Zigo is a former professor at Brooksdale Community College and he is the director of the WWII Era Studies Institute. WWII Era Studies Institute: http://ww2erastudies.com/ The Greatest Generatio...

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Jason Bohm is a retired United States Marine Corps major general who last served as the Inspector General of the Marine Corps, Commanding General of the Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and as the Chi...

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Jeff Fynn-Paul: Colonialism, Marxism, and the Truth About the New World

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Jeff Fynn-Paul is an economic historian at Leiden University and he is the author of “Not Stolen: The Truth about European Colonialism in the New World.” Get a copy of the book: https://a.co/d/9jc5FI...

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