The most popular programs for the Hoover, Herbert Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=121 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 04:21:46 GMT In the thirtieth in a series on American presidents, Historians and scholars talked about the life and career of Herbert Hoover. Among the topics they discussed were Hoover's devotion to his Quaker religion, his career as a mining industrialist, his public service in World War I, and his administration's response to the Great Depression. During the program various parts of the Hoover National Historic Site were shown, as well as several documents and photographs relating to Hoover. Hoover's granddaughter and a teacher from Hoover Middle School were interviewed by telephone and guests responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151627-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151627-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Former President Herbert Hoover wrote about World War II and the Cold War in what has been called a magnum opus, published 50 years after he completed it. In the book he sharply criticizes the wartime decisions of Presidents Roosevelt and Truman and analyzes the consequences. The presidential writings were edited by Hoover expert George Nash, who discussed them with presidential historian Richard Norton Smith, the author of [An Uncommon Man: The Triumph of Herbert Hoover]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303023-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303023-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT William Leuchtenburg talked about the political career and presidential tenure of Herbert Hoover. Professor Leuchtenburg discussed the Hoover presidency, the 1929 stock market crash, and the great depression, and how that period relates to the present. He is the author of [Herbert Hoover: The 31st President, 1929-1933], a part of the American Presidents Series from Times Books. A clip of a President Hoover biography, from C-SPAN's "American Presidents" series, was shown. This was the third of a week long series, running in conjunction with C-SPAN's White House Week, looking at past presidents. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282912-8 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282912-8 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT The first in a series on presidential libraries focused on Herbert Hoover's life and career using rarely-seen materials housed at the library. Guests talked about the significance of Hoover's presidency and the collection of film and sound recordings, as well as letters, documents and artifacts in the stacks and vaults of the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library in West Branch, Iowa. Library officials conducted a tour of the library and responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. Series historian and consultant Richard Norton Smith participated from the studio in Washington, D.C. Highlighted film, sound, documents, and artifacts featured during the show included a 1927 television transmission featuring Herbert Hoover prior to his presidency, campaign footage from 1928 and 1932, and video from the presidential retreat at Camp Rapidan where he attempted to battle the Great Depression. Additionally material depicting Hoover as a former president including his relationship with Harry Truman, a 1960 television interview from his fishing camp in Florida, and the library dedication in 1962 were shown. C-SPAN's Presidential Libraries: History Uncovered was a 12-week series airing live on location from the 12 presidential libraries spanning Herbert Hoover to Bill Clinton. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200501-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200501-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Historian George Nash discussed Herbert Hoover's manuscript, [Freedom Betrayed: Herbert Hoover's Secret History of the Second World War and Its Aftermath], which was edited by both Mr. Nash and the Hoover Institution Press. The book is the culmination of a literary project launched by Hoover during WWII that evolved into a critique of U.S. foreign policy during the war and the early years of the Cold War. Hoover argues that FDR's pre-war and wartime diplomacy had made the world safe for Stalinist Russia and triggered the Cold War. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309070-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309070-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Descendants of First Ladies Lou Hoover, Bess Truman and Betty Ford-including a great-granddaughter, a grandson and a daughter-recall life as members of a presidential family and the impact on their own lives. The event took place at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in Grand Rapids, Michigan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306306-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306306-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT In archival footage from the Herbert Hoover Library and Museum, President Hoover talked about his support for the Republican Party and urged voters to vote for Dwight Eisenhower in the 1956 Presidential Election. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152434-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152434-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Herbert Hoover biographer George Nash talks about the complexity of the 31st president's administration and legacy. Mr. Nash argued that Herbert Hoover was a much more dynamic, accomplished and remarkable figure than stereotypes suggest. Between 1975 and 1995 Nash lived in Iowa near the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library, where he prepared three volumes of the definitive biography of the 31 st president. Co-presented with the Truman Library Institute. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307552-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307552-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Historians discuss the significant change in America's foreign policy in the wake of World War II. Prior to this war, America was committed to a non-interventionism, reflecting America's geographic remove from Europe. After the war, America became the leader of the free world, providing the first lines of defense against Soviet expansion. Historians Justus Doenecke, Thomas Fleming and Patrick Hearden will explore this crucial pivot point in American foreign policy. This event took place at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307186-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307186-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Former President Herbert Hoover addressed the 1960 Republican National Convention. The video is provided by the NBC News Archives. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280721-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT History Professor Sonja Schoepf Wentling talked about the relationship between President Herbert Hoover and prominent Jewish political leaders in the 1920s. She argued Hoover's work after World War I to coordinate humanitarian aid to Polish Jews helped him earn credibility with Jewish leaders, who in turn supported his presidential bid. This event took place at Fordham University Law School. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308192-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308192-4 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT David Pietrusza was interviewed about his book [1920: The Year of the Six Presidents], published by Carroll and Graf. The presidential election of 1920 was the only time in the nation's history that six once-and-future presidents campaigned for the White House: Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Herbert Hoover, and Theodore Roosevelt. Historian David Pietrusza profiled each candidate and chronicled a year of social and political importance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196890-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196890-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Coming up is a program on African-American work and life in Washington, D.C. - especially in the area around the White House known as President's Park. We'll hear about the rise of a free black family residing near President's Park and about first lady Lou Henry Hoover's invitation to Jessie De Priest, the wife of United States Congressman Oscar De Priest, to a White House Tea Party. It was the first time an African American was a guest at the White House since Teddy Roosevelt hosted Booker T. Washington nearly thirty years earlier. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304608-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304608-3 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT A short summary of the life and accomplishments of President Herbert Hoover was given. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152500-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152500-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Hoover, portrayed by Mr. and Mrs. Wills, reflected on their childhood, courtship, experiences during World War I, and their time in the White House. This was an event at Hooverfest 1999. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151745-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151745-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Historians talked about the life and career of Herbert Hoover. They talked about how Hoover was viewed by both contemporaries and historians. Among the issues they addressed were Hoover's philanthropy, his response to the Great Depression, and his life after the presidency. After their comments they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152667-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152667-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Christine Mouw and Dwight Miller showed various archival items relating to President Herbert Hoover, which are housed at the Hoover Presidential Library. They talked about the history of the items, their implications for understanding President Hoover, and the presidency of Herbert Hoover. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152626-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152626-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Ms. Abramson talked about the morning headlines including the July 18th TWA airplane crash. Ms. Shannon talked by remote connection about the crash investigation process. In the next segment, Mr. Hutson talked about the Library of Congress and its collection pertaining to the Marquis de Lafayette of France and his activities during the Revolutionary War. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Lyons and Mr. Wattenberg talked about current issues including investigations surrounding the Clintons and campaign politics. After an open phones segment, Mr. Walch talked by remote connection about the Herbert Hoover Library and presidential history. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73655-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73655-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Donald Ritchie talked about President Hoover's administration, focusing on his financial policies and his response to the Great Depression. He also spoke about Hoover's life before becoming president and his successful presidential campaign. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152083-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152083-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Hal Elliott Wert talked about his book [Hoover, The Fishing President: Portrait of the Private Man and His Life Outdoors], published by Stackpole Books. In the book Mr. Wert details President Herbert Hoover's passion for fishing. The book includes a collection of photos and an interview with now retired U.S. Senator Mark Hatfield (R-OR) describing how President Hoover used the sport as a relief from the pressures of Washington D.C. Mr. Wert read excerpts from the book. He talked about how the financial depression overshadows all other aspects of President Hoover's life and current reassessments of his accomplishments. He discussed the lack of material on President Hoover and the process of writing the book. After his presentation Mr. Wert responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187537-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187537-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Following a video on the life of Herbert Hoover, Mr. Nash focused on the political career of President Hoover. He focused on the economic and political philosophy of Hoover and how historians view him today. He also focused on Hoover's career in the coal mining industry and as Secretary of Commerce. After his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152665-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152665-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Walch spoke about his new book, [Be Careful What You Wish For: Presidential Gifts and other Problems with the Presidency]. He examined what the gifts of various presidents, specifically Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy, reveal about their personalities and presidencies. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73727-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73727-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Walch gave the C-SPAN crew a tour of the Herbert Hoover museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/58459-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/58459-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Brinkley talked about the post-presidential careers of Jimmy Carter and Herbert Hoover. He focused on Carter's work with peace negotiations around the world. Following a film on the life of Hoover, he focused on Hoover's contributions to the Boys Club of America, and the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund. After his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122312-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122312-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Walch gave the C-SPAN crew a tour of the Herbert Hoover museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/58333-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/58333-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Kohan took C-SPAN cameras on a tour of former President Herbert Hoover's boyhood home in West Branch, IA. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57431-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57431-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT Hal Elliott Wert talked about his book [Hoover, The Fishing President: Portrait of the Private Man and His Life Outdoors], published by Stackpole Books. He was interviewed by the crew of the C-SPAN BookTV Bus in the Johnson County Central Resource Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199470-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199470-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT The directors of the Hoover, Eisenhower and Reagan libraries talked about these presidents and the libraries which they oversee. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72591-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72591-1 Mon, 04 Oct 1999 00:00:00 GMT