The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Since 1996, the Gilder Lehrman Institute has presented eminent historians discussing major topics in American history. Now you can hear these lectures on your computer or on a portable media player. Our archive of more than eighty podcasts is available for free, simply by registering and signing in below.

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    Frank Cogliano “Jefferson as Revolutionary”
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    Edward Ayers “War Between Neighbors: The Coming of the Civil War”

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