Topics
David Jones speaks on topics that are of general interest. Each presentation is selected based on its appeal to a large audience. The presentation will consist of lecture and an easy-to-follow power point slide show.
The United States Flag: Origins, Evolution and Symbolism
Course Description:
The United States Flag is an important, perhaps, the most important, symbol of our identity and national pride. The history of the Flag reflects the history of our Nation itself. Join us to hear that story.
Course Description:
The United States Flag is an important, perhaps, the most important, symbol of our identity and national pride. The history of the Flag reflects the history of our Nation itself. Join us to hear that story.
The Lincoln Assassination: A Fragile Time
Course Description:
When John Wilkes Booth assassinated Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War was ending and emotions were high. Killing the President was just part of Booth’s plan. Join us to explore this fragile time in our history and the plot that very nearly succeeded in toppling the government.
Apollo: Why We Went to the Moon
(a non-technical look at Humankind's greatest technological achievement)
Course Description:
July of 1969 will be remembered for centuries to come as the first time that humankind ventured beyond the earth’s boundaries and explored a new world. There were many forces, political, social and fiscal, at work that led us to the moon. Join us for a non-technical discussion about humankind’s greatest technological achievement.
Prohibition: A Grand Misadventure
Course Description:
In 1920, the United States entered a period during which the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors was banned. As it turned out, the US also entered a period of lawlessness and corruption, unequaled in its history. Rather than curing the ills of society, Prohibition is remembered for creating some of the worst possible results - thus, this period is remembered as one of the greatest misadventures ever.
Statue of Liberty: Two Decades of Effort,
Almost Impossible Odds
Course Description:
The Statue of Liberty stands proudly in New York Harbor, but how did the Statue come to be? What does it symbolize? Join us for a compelling look at the idea, the construction and the meaning behind one of the most recognizable symbols in the world.
Charles Lindbergh: Triumph, Tragedy and Controversy
Course Description:
In 1927, Charles Lindbergh became the first pilot to fly solo from New York to Paris. This feat made him one of the biggest celebrities of his time. However, his life following the flight was filled with tragedy and controversy. Join us to explore the complicated life of a complex man.
Mount Rushmore: Carving of an Icon
Course Description:
Today, more than 2 million people each year visit Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Fourteen years, four hundred workers, 450,000 tons of rock, nearly one million dollars. Those are some of the statistics behind the carving of Mount Rushmore. The story is even more interesting.
Course Description:
Today, more than 2 million people each year visit Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Fourteen years, four hundred workers, 450,000 tons of rock, nearly one million dollars. Those are some of the statistics behind the carving of Mount Rushmore. The story is even more interesting.