A Packers fan shares a story of falling in love at Lambeau Field, a legendary football stadium in Green Bay, Wisconsin, where kids as young as fifth grade were allowed to attend games unsupervised, creating a unique sense of community and camaraderie among fans. [... more]

The story of how three slaves escaping to the Union's Fort Monroe provided the spark that led to Abraham Lincoln earning the nickname the Great Emancipator. Lincoln's public statements about the war were cautious, but the actions of General Butler and the escapees themselves ultimately changed the course of the war and the fate of slavery in the United States. [... more]

The Ford Motor Company's 100th anniversary celebration in 2003 marked the rebirth of the iconic Ford GT, a supercar that aimed to beat Ferrari in the 1960s Le Mans races. Led by Neil Ressler, a team of engineers with racing experience worked tirelessly to design and build the car, pushing the limits of speed and performance. With a focus on innovation and precision, they created a modern-day classic that became a pace car for a new generation. [... more]

Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, John Elfner experienced the unique community spirit of a Packers town, where kids were allowed to attend games unsupervised and form lifelong friendships, including a memorable high school romance at Lambeau Field. [... more]

Danny Elfman's life story is one of serendipity and passion for music. From his early days as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the new wave band Oingo Boingo to his rise as a renowned film composer, Elfman's journey is marked by chance encounters, creative experimentation, and a desire to push boundaries. With iconic scores for films like The Nightmare Before Christmas and Beetlejuice, Elfman has become synonymous with the art of music composition. But his story doesn't stop there - he's also a rock guitarist, a string quartet player, and a classical composer, defying categorization and inspiring a new generation of musicians. [... more]

Abraham Lincoln's nickname, the Great Emancipator, is often attributed to his role in ending slavery during the Civil War. However, a lesser-known story about three slaves who escaped to Fort Monroe and were granted asylum by General Benjamin Butler reveals a more complex history. Butler's decision to hold the escapees as contraband of war marked a turning point in the war, forcing Congress to act and paving the way for Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. [... more]

The Ford Motor Company's 100th anniversary celebration in 2003 marked the return of the iconic Ford GT, a supercar that beat Ferrari in the 1960s Le Mans races. The team, led by Neil Ressler, had to build the car from scratch in just 14 months, overcoming immense pressure and challenges. With a team of experienced engineers and a racing mentality, they successfully created a modern-day classic that became a pace car for a new generation. [... more]

Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, meant being part of a community that revolved around the Green Bay Packers. For John Elfner, a Lambeau Field story from his childhood stands out, where he met a girl named Jenny and fell in love with the Packers during a thrilling Monday night game against the Washington Redskins. [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Abraham Lincoln is often referred to as the Great Emancipator but that's not the entire truth Our regular contributor Jon Elfner and Dr Kate Masur author of Until Justice Be Done tell the rest of the story that begins with three runaway slaves Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, meant being part of a community that revolved around the Green Bay Packers. John Elfner shares a story of falling in love at Lambeau Field on a Monday night game against the Washington Redskins, where the Packers' victory was sealed by a missed field goal. [... more]

Abraham Lincoln's nickname, the Great Emancipator, is often attributed to his role in ending slavery during the Civil War. However, a lesser-known story about three slaves who escaped to Union lines at Fort Monroe reveals a more complex history. General Benjamin Butler's decision to hold the escapees as contraband of war sparked a revolution in popular thought, forcing Congress to act and paving the way for Lincoln's later Emancipation Proclamation. [... more]

Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, meant being part of a community centered around the Green Bay Packers. John Elfner shares a story of falling in love at Lambeau Field during a 1983 game against the Washington Redskins, a night that became a defining moment in his childhood. [... more]

The story of how three slaves escaping to the Union's Fort Monroe provided the spark that led to Abraham Lincoln earning the nickname The Great Emancipator. Lincoln's public statements about slavery were complex, and his actions were influenced by the need to preserve the Union and avoid antagonizing border states. The escapees' arrival at Fort Monroe and General Butler's decision to hold them as contraband of war marked a turning point in the war, leading to the eventual abolition of slavery. [... more]

The story of the Ford GT's rebirth, a supercar that beat Ferrari in the 1960s Le Mans races, and its reincarnation in 2003, a modern-day classic that became a pace car for a new generation. [... more]

The American West was not as wild and woolly as often thought, with people figuring out ways to cooperate and establish property rights. Meanwhile, the Civil War saw a complex struggle over slavery, with Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation marking a turning point. The story of three slaves who escaped to Union lines and the general who refused to return them highlights the messy and difficult process of ending slavery. [... more]

A cultivated man can be achieved through reading and education, as exemplified by the Harvard Classics, a 50-volume collection of works that was made widely available to the public in the early 20th century. This collection was the brainchild of Charles Eliot, the longest-serving president of Harvard University, who believed that anyone could become educated through reading, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. [... more]

Army Ranger Michael Schlitz recounts his experiences in the Iraq War, including a near-death experience, and his journey to recovery and finding a new sense of purpose. Meanwhile, the story of Dr. Charles Eliot and the Harvard Classics highlights the importance of liberal arts education and the impact of mass-produced books on the American public. [... more]

Caleb Bailey shares his family's story of faith, love, and redemption after his father's tragic death as a firefighter. Meanwhile, the Ford Motor Company celebrates its 100th anniversary by building a supercar, the Ford GT, to beat Ferrari in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. [... more]

The story of three slaves who escaped to Union lines during the Civil War and the role they played in Abraham Lincoln's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation. Meanwhile, a man named Tyson Timms had his Land Rover seized by the state of Indiana through asset forfeiture, sparking a seven-year legal battle over the excessive fines clause of the Eighth Amendment and the rule of law. [... more]