Theodore Roosevelt's Address to Boys' Progressive League (1:31)
Though Theodore Roosevelt was not able to attend the meeting of the Boys' Progressive League in New York City, he made a recording of a speech on a cylinder phonograph on July 3, 1913, to be played in his absence.
Speeches & Audio (15)
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Theodore Roosevelt's Address to Boys' Progressive League
Theodore Roosevelt's Address to Boys' Progressive LeagueAudio Clip (1:31)
Audio Clip (1:31)
Though Theodore Roosevelt was not able to attend the meeting of the Boys' Progressive League in New York City, he made a recording of a speech on a cylinder phonograph on July 3, 1913, to be played in his absence.
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William H. Taft on Agriculture
William H. Taft on AgricultureAudio Clip (2:03)
Audio Clip (2:03)
In Hot Springs, Virginia, on August 5, 1908, President William Howard Taft addresses the importance of healthy agriculture to the economic well-being of the nation in what came to be known as his Farmer and the Republican" speech.
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Woodrow Wilson Addresses Native Americans
Woodrow Wilson Addresses Native AmericansAudio Clip (1:44)
Audio Clip (1:44)
In his 1913 speech to the Native American community, President Woodrow Wilson acknowledges the country's history of dark dealings with American Indians, but also stresses the progress made in forming a unified society.
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Herbert Hoover Accepts 1932 Nomination
Herbert Hoover Accepts 1932 NominationAudio Clip (6:59)
Audio Clip (6:59)
In 1928, Herbert Hoover was elected president of the United States in a landslide Republican victory over Governor Alfred E. Smith of New York.
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Franklin Roosevelt Returns From Yalta
Franklin Roosevelt Returns From YaltaAudio Clip (3:43)
Audio Clip (3:43)
In February 1945, "Big Three" leaders, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and Joseph Stalin, met at Yalta to discuss the reorganization of post-war Europe. In an address to Congress on March 1, 1945, President Roosevelt reports the achievements of the gathering.
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Harry Truman at U.N. Groundbreaking
Harry Truman at U.N. GroundbreakingAudio Clip (2:33)
Audio Clip (2:33)
On October 24, 1949, the cornerstone of the permanent United Nations headquarters was laid in New York City. President Harry Truman delivers a speech emphasizing the need to make the common good a top priority.
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Eisenhower's Farewell Address
Eisenhower's Farewell AddressAudio Clip (9:54)
Audio Clip (9:54)
On January 17, 1961, in a national broadcast, Dwight D. Eisenhower speaks to the American people for the last time as president and famously warns about the growing influence of the "military-industrial complex."
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John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address
John F. Kennedy's Inaugural AddressAudio Clip (13:59)
Audio Clip (13:59)
In 1961, on the steps of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., John F. Kennedy was inaugurated as the 35th president of the United States. In his first speech as president, Kennedy strikes an inspiring chord when he challenges Americans to ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.
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Johnson Signs Medicare Bill Into Law
Johnson Signs Medicare Bill Into LawAudio Clip (1:55)
Audio Clip (1:55)
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson joined former President Harry Truman in Independence, Missouri, to sign the Medicare Bill into law. In his remarks following the signing of the document, President Johnson credits Presidents FDR and Truman with paving the way for the bill.
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Gerald Ford on Economic Woes
Gerald Ford on Economic WoesAudio Clip (3:46)
Audio Clip (3:46)
After finding little support in Congress on his proposed budget-reducing actions, President Gerald Ford stresses the necessity of his plan in a news conference held December 2, 1974, which was broadcast live on television and radio.
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Jimmy Carter on Human Rights
Jimmy Carter on Human RightsAudio Clip (4:00)
Audio Clip (4:00)
In his address before the United Nations General Assembly on March 17, 1977, President Jimmy Carter lays out his plan for advancing the cause of human rights.
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Ronald Reagan Delivers Farewell Address
Ronald Reagan Delivers Farewell AddressAudio Clip (1:53)
Audio Clip (1:53)
On January 11, 1989, President Ronald Reagan, who at nearly 78, was the oldest person ever to hold the nation's highest office, gave his final address to the American people.
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George H.W. Bush Announces Start of Persian Gulf War
George H.W. Bush Announces Start of Persian Gulf WarAudio Clip (6:32)
Audio Clip (6:32)
On the evening of January 16,1991, President George H.W. Bush addresses the nation to discuss the launch of Operation Desert Storm.
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Clinton Denies Sexual Relationship
Clinton Denies Sexual RelationshipAudio Clip (1:22)
Audio Clip (1:22)
In a public statement to the American people on January 26, 1998, President Bill Clinton denies allegations of having had an affair with White House intern Monica Lewinski.
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George H.W. Bush Addresses U.S. Troops in Somalia
George H.W. Bush Addresses U.S. Troops in SomaliaAudio Clip (0:27)
Audio Clip (0:27)
In an effort to provide humanitarian aid to Somalia, President George H.W. Bush ordered 30,000 U.S. troops into the East African country on December 4,1992. In a speech to the troops on the mission, President Bush assures them that an end is in sight.
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White House: Deconstructed
White House: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:35)
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It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world.
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FDR: A Voice of Hope
FDR: A Voice of HopeVideo Clip (4:06)
Video Clip (4:06)
Elected in 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt was a reassuring presence for many Americans through the trials of the Great Depression.
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Presidential Fun Facts
Presidential Fun FactsVideo Clip (1:21)
Video Clip (1:21)
The Oval Office has been filled with extraordinary presidents, but did you know about these not-so-famous firsts?
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The Great Communicator
The Great CommunicatorVideo Clip (4:18)
Video Clip (4:18)
Ronald Reagan galvanized the American public through his famous speeches that helped redefine American politics in the 1980s.
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Abraham Lincoln
Abraham LincolnVideo Clip (3:48)
Video Clip (3:48)
Today he is known as one of the greatest American presidents, but at the time of his election no one would have predicted Lincoln's success.
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Andrew Jackson's Firsts
Andrew Jackson's FirstsVideo Clip (1:36)
Video Clip (1:36)
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United States, but he was the first in many other ways.
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The Kennedy-Nixon Debate
The Kennedy-Nixon DebateVideo Clip (1:06)
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Timothy Dickinson shares his take on the Kennedy-Nixon debate.
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First Ladies
First LadiesVideo Clip (1:50)
Video Clip (1:50)
These U.S. first ladies made their mark during their stays at the White House.
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George Washington
George WashingtonVideo Clip (2:19)
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How did George Washington turn a rag-tag group of men into a disciplined fighting machine?
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Death of President Garfield
Death of President GarfieldVideo Clip (1:03)
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Timothy Dickinson tells the story of President Garfield's untimely death.
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JFK: A New Generation
JFK: A New GenerationVideo Clip (3:57)
Video Clip (3:57)
John F. Kennedy's progressive agenda during the 1960s inspired a new generation of optimism in America.
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Gerald Ford Embraces Chicken
Gerald Ford Embraces ChickenVideo Clip (1:11)
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Timothy Dickinson tells us about Gerald Ford and the Chicken.
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Election 2008: Barack Obama
Election 2008: Barack ObamaVideo Clip (2:21)
Video Clip (2:21)
A look at Barack Obama's presidential campaign and historic win in the 2008 general election
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Jimmy Carter vs. 'Killer Rabbit'
Jimmy Carter vs. 'Killer Rabbit'Video Clip (1:03)
Video Clip (1:03)
Timothy Dickinson tells us the story of Jimmy Carter vs the killer rabbit.
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The Inauguration
The InaugurationVideo Clip (4:15)
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Host David Eisenbach gives the historic significance of the process by which a newly elected candidate assumes the role of President of the United States of America.
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The Electoral College
The Electoral CollegeVideo Clip (4:00)
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Host David Eisenbach explains what the history and purpose of the Electoral College is and why it is so important to America's democratic process.
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American Eats: Presidential Food
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Find out the favorite food of your favorite Presidents.
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Romance of John and Abigail Adams
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Watch the budding relationship between John Adams and Abigail Smith.
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Louisiana Purchase Doubles U.S.
Louisiana Purchase Doubles U.S.Video Clip (1:03)
Video Clip (1:03)
Thomas Jefferson pulls off the land deal of the millennium when he buys 800,000 square miles from the French, stretching from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains
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James Madison and the War of 1812
James Madison and the War of 1812Video Clip (2:20)
Video Clip (2:20)
James Madison is considered to be the "Father of the Constitution," but it was the War of 1812 that ultimately defined his presidency.
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James Monroe's Presidency
James Monroe's PresidencyVideo Clip (4:06)
Video Clip (4:06)
Follow the presidency of James Monroe, from the birth of the Monroe Doctrine to the controversy that marred his presidency.
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William Henry Harrison's Presidency
William Henry Harrison's PresidencyVideo Clip (3:09)
Video Clip (3:09)
Explore the highs and lows of ninth U.S. President William Henry Harrison's administration, from his lengthy inaugural address to his death in office.
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Martin Van Buren's Presidency
Martin Van Buren's PresidencyVideo Clip (2:50)
Video Clip (2:50)
Find out why New York Democrat and American President Martin Van Buren was considered the ultimate political machine in American politics.
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Millard Fillmore's Presidency
Millard Fillmore's PresidencyVideo Clip (3:08)
Video Clip (3:08)
Despite what many considered a bland administration, the "accidental president" Millard Fillmore managed to turn his predecessor's legacy on its head.
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John Tyler's Presidency
John Tyler's PresidencyVideo Clip (3:48)
Video Clip (3:48)
Find out how President John Tyler proved his critics who called him weak wrong.
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James Buchanan's Presidency
James Buchanan's PresidencyVideo Clip (2:57)
Video Clip (2:57)
Lame-duck President James Buchanan ranks near the bottom in presidential popularity polls. Find out how his mishandling of slavery and secession may have hastened the onset of the Civil War.
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Franklin Pierce's Presidency
Franklin Pierce's PresidencyVideo Clip (3:53)
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Find out why Franklin Pierce is sometimes remembered as one of the worst presidents in American history.
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Theodore Roosevelt Succeeds to Presidency After McKinley Assassination
Theodore Roosevelt Succeeds to Presidency After McKinley AssassinationVideo Clip (3:56)
Video Clip (3:56)
Theodore Roosevelt was William McKinley's vice president until tragedy struck and Roosevelt landed in McKinley's seat.
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William McKinley's Presidency
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Video Clip (3:25)
Explore the presidency of William McKinley, from his modernization of political news distribution to his war policy and assassination.
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Eisenhower Leads America
Eisenhower Leads AmericaVideo Clip (3:21)
Video Clip (3:21)
This five-star general and 34th U.S. president launched the Space Race and created the federal interstate highway system.
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Warren G. Harding's Presidency
Warren G. Harding's PresidencyVideo Clip (1:51)
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Why did so many people think Warren G. Harding wasn't fit to be president?
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Inaugural Address: John F. Kennedy
Inaugural Address: John F. KennedyVideo Clip (2:55)
Video Clip (2:55)
Excerpts from John F. Kennedy's inaugural address on Friday, January 20, 1961.
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Watergate Forces Nixon to Resign
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In this History Rocks the 70's video, brought to you by the History Channel, learn about special investigator Archibald Cox's quest to investigate the Watergate cover-up. Nixon tries to get Cox fired several times.
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