Richard Brookhiser, "The Hero Returns"
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Richard Brookhiser discusses his latest book, 'The Hero Returns', focusing on Lafayette's legacy and his 1824 tour of the United States.
Richard Brookhiser is an American journalist, biographer, historian, and senior editor at National Review. He has appeared on C-SPAN for many years as the author of biographies of America's founders. His latest book features a Frenchman and is titled "The Hero Returns." His focus is on Lafayette (LAH-fee-et) and the legacy of revolution. Mr. Brookhiser's particular attention is on 1824, the year the former Revolutionary War hero returned to the United States for a tour of all 24 states at the invitation of President James Monroe. The retired general was celebrated in each of those states during his visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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