Humphrey History Minute
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Humphrey History Minute: Gay Relationships In American History That Never Bloomed
Using two examples from American history, one from 1832 and the other from 1904, the question is raised about what happens when young men who form emotional connections with other young men are not allowed to blossom and come to fruition. We can only imagine what the lives of Henry Ward Beecher, and John Foster… Continue reading
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New Doty Land Podcast: Historical Nuggets With Thomas Jefferson, Harry Truman, And Teddy Roosevelt
Quick and memorable historical stories with high production values. Bipartisanship comes alive with Harry Truman and Arthur Vandenberg; Thomas Jefferson wants Italian musicians in our military band; and Teddy Roosevelt skinny-dips in the Potomac River. Gregory Humphrey makes the past witty and interesting. Continue reading
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Humphrey History Minute: Mirza Saleh, A Persian With The Love Of Learning
If you want an uplifting, quick slice of history, here it is. I encountered this story today, and must share it with others. Continue reading
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Humphrey History Minute: Protecting The President From Guns And White House Intruders
It is good to be back doing what I love. Here are two historic nuggets that I think would make teaching history more meaningful for school students. Continue reading
