John Brown: The Legend Revisited

University of Virginia history professor Merrill Peterson talked about his book John Brown: The Legend Revisited. He gave an overview of the… read more

University of Virginia history professor Merrill Peterson talked about his book John Brown: The Legend Revisited. He gave an overview of the life of the radical abolitionist, from Brown’s younger days working on the Underground Railroad to his failed 1859 raid at Harpers Ferry. Mr. Peterson also focused on the perception of Brown since his death, citing portrayals of the legend in art and poetry. close

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John Brown: The Legend Revisited

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Program ID:
174047-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
First Aired:
Dec 15, 2002 | 2:29pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Nov 27, 2005 | 6:16pm EST | C-SPAN 3

Airing Details

  • Dec 15, 2002 | 2:29pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 29, 2002 | 7:01am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 12, 2005 | 6:15am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Jan 16, 2005 | 6:15pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 24, 2005 | 6:15am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 26, 2005 | 6:16am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 27, 2005 | 6:16pm EST | C-SPAN 3
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