The American Arc

Welcome to The American Arc! This blog explores engaging anecdotes, inspiring stories, and evocative sketches from the American past. These events help reveal the arc of American history as the journey towards realizing our founding principles.

Jason Lantzer Interview January 15, 2024

Spotlighting Professor Jason S. Lantzer's work on Dwight Eisenhower, the Holocaust, and what it means to be a leader.

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POSTED: January 08, 2024
The Fundamental Questions of Self-Government Endure

Spotlighting Professor Andrew Porwancher's work on Alexander Hamilton, the field of history, and the importance of our nation's founding principles.

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POSTED: January 02, 2024
America’s First Celebrity

Spotlighting Dr. Jane Calvert's work on intellectual history, the Founding, and the thrilling legacy of John Dickinson.

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POSTED: December 18, 2023
Remember that History has nuance

Spotlighting Professor Frank Garmon's work on political economy, American entrepreneurship, and an American who was pardoned by both Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis.

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POSTED: December 11, 2023
History is Constantly Being Rethought

Spotlighting Professor Mark Boonshoft's thoughts on the ratification of the Constitution, education during the Early Republic, and informed citizenship.

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POSTED: December 05, 2023
Motivated by their Faith

Spotlighting Professor Maura Jane Farrelly's work on Catholics in America and the historical importance of faith-based efforts to drive social chance.

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POSTED: November 20, 2023
The Critical Role of Compromise

Spotlighting Professor Keith Dougherty's fascinating work on the Great Compromise and the value of political pragmatism.

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