American History Hit President Thomas Jefferson
Aug 31, 2023
Professor Frank Cogliano joins Don to discuss Thomas Jefferson's presidency and the challenges he faced. They explore Jefferson's contributions to American history, including his role as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and his initiatives to modernize the United States. The podcast also delves into the Barbary Wars, Jefferson's complex stance on a big Navy, and his revolutionary friendship with George Washington.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The End of an Era: Reflecting on the Life and Death of Thomas Jefferson
02:12 • 1min
Thomas Jefferson: A Founding Father and his Contributions
03:42 • 14min
President Thomas Jefferson: Domestic Tightening and Foreign Relations
17:55 • 5min
The Barbary Wars and Jefferson's Unlikely Actions
23:02 • 19min
A Revolutionary Friendship: Washington, Jefferson and the American Republic
42:28 • 2min