Great Presidents

Explore the audacious creation of the executive branch and the pivotal roles played by America’s 12 greatest presidents in this insightful series of 48 lectures. Professor Lichtman delves into their lives, achievements, and legacies, revealing the character and historic decisions that shaped the nation during critical moments like Westward expansion, the Civil War, and World War II. With a blend of compelling anecdotes and inside stories, these lectures illuminate the complexities of each leader, revealing their shared ambition and core values while also acknowledging their contradictions.