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Over the course of 20 months, the bipartisan 9/11 Commission, five Democrats and five Republicans held 12 public hearings and received testimony from 160 witnesses. Dozens of government agencies and other entities provided the Commission with more than 2.5 million pages of documents and other material. The report and its recommendations can save American lives.

Throughout the 1970s until his untimely death in 1979, writer/educator/dramatist Dr. Samuel J. Citron took it upon himself to interview leading authorities on special topics in contemporary Jewish history, mostly relating to the State of Israel. Over the course of 10 years of painstaking work, he completed the immense task of pulling together personal accounts of many of the more significant events of the last hundred years. The set consists of 58 recordings, more than 22 hours of listening, each one focusing on a different topic of interest.

In 1776, the United States of America was born from a document that declared all men created equal and free to choose who they serve in this world. What followed was a difficult fight against a monarchy, a fight that ended with the creation of a powerful country built on the tenets of freedom and equality. These documents are some of the foundational writings from the earliest days of the country that have shaped the United States government for centuries.

An anthology of essays from the second year of the English Historical Fiction Authors blog, this book transports the listener across the centuries from prehistoric to 20th-century Britain. Nearly 50 different authors share the stories, incidents, and insights discovered while doing research for their own historical novels. From medieval law and literature to Tudor queens and courtiers, from Stuart royals and rebels to Regency soldiers and social calls, experience the panorama of Britain's yesteryear.

Many people think that nothing significant ever really happened in Saint John, New Brunswick. This history podcast challenges those thoughts by uncovering little known tales from the city and providing fresh perspectives on the people, places and events of the past.

Experience the rich hidden history of the land of Ancient Ireland with historian , author, musician Danny Houlihan. The rich myths and legends are many and the culture of Ireland is diverse. In this podcast Danny relates the hidden history,Myths and Legends of the Ireland.Through its people its heritage and its rugged coastline this is truly Danny Houlihan‘s Irish Experience.

Your mom, your grandpa, somebody in your life whom you love and admire said that the Bible holds the answers to every question or problem you’d ever have. Wow. Think of it. After all, you have questions! You’ve been known to have a problem or two. It would be great if you could find the answers you’re looking for. You crack open that Bible a couple of times but just as quickly shut it. You want to love digging into Scripture. Instead, you find it intimidating, judgmental, and maybe even unbelievable. Let’s change that. Hi! I’m Anna Moore Bradfield, an award-winning and bestselling ...

A podcast on memetics, myth and propaganda: how our narratives define the limits of our political and personal identity, how any era of civilization may be consigned to myth just as it was defined by it. Drawing on over a decade of interdisciplinary research, this podcast examines how ideas spread through the internet, shaping perceptions, reshaping societal norms, and constructing identities and politics—often without conscious awareness. By analyzing the narratives we create, consume, and reinterpret, Narrative Machines offers a timely exploration of the influence of narratives, ...

This is a historical novel based on the life of Velu Nachiyar, the mighty queen of Shivgangai in Tamil Nadu. She was married to the king of Shivgangai; king' Muthu Vaduganaatha Thevar'.The king was assassinated by British Army and Nawab of Arkot. The queen had to flee. But, for 8 years, she reorganised her army and attacked the British and Nawab's Army at Shivgangai and recaptured the fort ol Shivgangai. For her bravery, people started Addressing her as'VeerMagai', which means 'The brave woman'.

"What the Flab? This is the podcast where we discuss everything about weight loss with and/or without surgery.Have you ever caught yourself looking in the mirror and being unhappy with what you saw? Have these thoughts ever crossed your mind - How did I get to this weight? Why is it so hard to stabilize my weight?Why do I feel like I am the only one who is getting fat and out of control?Why do my emotions have so much effect on what I eat and how much of it I eat?Why do I suck at weight loss but I excel at self-sabotage?Is weight loss surgery the magic "fix-all"?What is the big deal about "...

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreaandersin/subscribe Queens of the Mines is a women’s history podcast. Season 3 features inspiring, gallant, even audacious stories of REAL 19th Century women from the Wild West. Season 2 features women from California history while Season 1 Tells stories of women from California’s Gold Rush. Until recently, historians and the public have dismissed ”conflict history,” and focused more on the history that opposing beliefs could manage to agree on for some mutually beneficial end. Important elements that are absolutley...

These amazing accounts of airmen recorded during the war include stories of air combat, music of the time, and recordings made on bomb runs over Europe and Japan.

Discover India like never before with "Immortal India with Amish." Hosted by bestselling author, broadcaster and former diplomat Amish, this podcast delves into India's rich culture, history, legends and its modern-day influence. With engaging stories and fresh perspectives, Amish invites listeners to explore the essence of India, the only pre-bronze age culture that is still alive. The podcast will be released in both English and Hindi. Join the journey and see India through new eyes!

Discover India like never before with "Immortal India with Amish." Hosted by bestselling author, broadcaster and former diplomat Amish, this podcast delves into India's rich culture, history, legends and its modern-day influence. With engaging stories and fresh perspectives, Amish invites listeners to explore the essence of India, the only pre-bronze age culture that is still alive. The podcast will be released in both English and Hindi. Join the journey and see India through new eyes!

Real history isn't boring! A historian with an attitude, a big mouth, and all the juiciest centuries old gossip on who betrayed, beheaded, & hooked up with whom . Meet true players like Ben Franklin and the Duke of Wellington. Celebrate some Iron Age pride with the Sacred Band of Thebes as they crush the Spartan phalanx. Find out what the Freemasons actually did to help plan the American Revolution. From the Stone Age to today's biggest news, Dr. Hans has the inside scoop. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/RealHistoryWithDoctorHans?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_camp

History with Flavor: Join our pithy and insightful tour through the past as we riff through the headlines from one week in the 20th Century. We will plunge through the newspapers, highlighting the famous and the infamous, the crazy stories and oddball characters, arch criminals and stupid plots pulled off by the politicians and heroes who have helped to create the world we live in.

Shining a light on domestic violence, Persephone Speaks brings tales of abuse to life through candid interviews and survivor stories and a touch of science. Through the eyes of the guests on this podcast, victims will find support, courage, hope, strength, and most importantly inspiration.

Welcome to the Adventures in the Sky Podcast, sharing inspiring stories to empower you to be dreamers and doers—for the sky’s the limit.Proudly presented by Flying Fillies—an uplifting historical adventure book inspired by the Women Airforce Service Pilots, WASP of World War II. As America’s female aviation pioneers–the WASP are the original power girls!In every episode, Host Christy Hui, author of Flying Fillies, brings you stories from the WASP, kin of WASP, and women aviator pioneers sharing their secrets to success. Their trials and tribulations pave their inner journey to ...

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreaandersin/subscribe Queens of the Mines is a women’s history podcast. Season 3 features inspiring, gallant, even audacious stories of REAL 19th Century women from the Wild West. Season 2 features women from California history while Season 1 Tells stories of women from California’s Gold Rush. Until recently, historians and the public have dismissed ”conflict history,” and focused more on the history that opposing beliefs could manage to agree on for some mutually beneficial end. Important elements that are absolutley...

Join us as we explore the lives of some of history's most famous women from a new perspective. Whether they were young or old, powerful or powerless, there is always more to the story.