This is a man in his 80's, speaking without notes, with complete lucidity, consistent clarity, insight and brilliance. And he's talking about the greatest man who ever lived. What a combination!

@dickaalj999

5 жыл бұрын

Judith Testa that’s a very good thing to understand.

@Thelastminstrel

5 жыл бұрын

What will we do when David McCullough dies? Who on earth can we find to take his place?

@johnrobinson4445

5 жыл бұрын

A Republic of LAWS, not men. In other words, color of skin, religion, language, none of these are at issue. Only the laws that we choose to govern ourselves with.

@41357500

5 жыл бұрын

@@Thelastminstrel trump!!!!!!!!!!!

@JeffStevens

5 жыл бұрын

@@johnrobinson4445 Sort of. Laws matter most. But people form the laws. Thus, people matter. And sometimes particular individuals matter greatly at particular times. We cannot lose the contributions of culture and masses of people, but neither should we overlook those rare times when one person really does matter.

David McCullough is a treasure. Like Shelby Foote, I could listen to him for hours and stay utterly transfixed. As for George Washington, he will always be one of my heroes as a great leader, a man of indomitable courage, a man of deep faith, and a man of the highest character. The current resident in the Oval office could learn a lot from him.

I love how he describes Washington and his life and times like an old friend--as if he personally knows him. It takes a special kind of historian to do that with such intimacy, appreciation, and insight.

@brucekuehn4031

Жыл бұрын

He has put in long, long hours of research. He learns more each time. His books are many and full of fascinating detail. Pick up any one of them and he will share with you great, true stories!

Today I have been seeing and hearing a multitude of tributes to the now-deceased Dodger baseball announcer Vin Scully, described by one and all as a national treasure. I would most assuredly state that David McCullough is similarly a national treasure when it comes to something far more important, our nation's history. His knowledge, elegance and passion for America is something that should be enjoyed and admired by every American.

@dann547

Жыл бұрын

Excellent analogy.

@paulrubio3918

Жыл бұрын

I agree. In this video, he has an incredibly thoughtful way of analyzing the story of George Washington. He is indeed a national treasure.

No food, no shoes, poor clothing, few weapons. He found a way and won battles. And changed the world.

"History is a source of strength." -David McCullough

@karencarter8292

2 ай бұрын

He's wrong about Lincoln.

What an amazing American story teller. No one can tell an American story like David McCullough. He is amazing.

@peggyvorse1461

10 ай бұрын

He loves the American Story, I do , do he didn’t talk about how many miracles, that haven’t , even saving George Washington‘s life, God is big and has been on this country because we had those that came and pledged it to the work of the Lord.

@peggyvorse1461

10 ай бұрын

Read the mayflower compact.

I read your book 1776 . one of the best books I have ever read. Every American should read it, should be mandatory in school. You are just as captivating as a speaker. Very well done.

@grandmanancy4719

2 жыл бұрын

Will public schools allow reading of about Washington? After all he owned slaves.

@lachijames6213

2 жыл бұрын

As an Australian, I think every person in every English speaking democracy should too.

@jockellis

Жыл бұрын

I’ve read it, too. Along with 16 other books about Washington and Washington and the Revolution. He is truly fascinating.

@1m2rich

Жыл бұрын

That book and History of The United States from 1776 to the Present by Howard Zinn.

@1m2rich

Жыл бұрын

@@grandmanancy4719 No American today would risk their life, family future and property. We have to live in that time to know it was revolutionary at the time. We got rid of the most powerful empire in the world. Democracy is a process. Not perfect but the best government system in the world so far. Today Social Democracy is the best system but that is not perfect either. They have no military to speak of depending on others. That makes them volnerable just like Canada. .Making America a super power of military depletes our treasury. $800 B war budget cost mostly in weapons and intelligence brings us no security. As Eisenhower said...guns or butter. Happiest countries have little military budgets. Keep all borders the same and worry about population and climate. Wars are environmental disasters. Only thing that wins are bankers. They win on weapons and cost of war and then on rebuilding. Human cost and environment not determined.

I met David McCullough about ten years ago when he received an honorary degree at the college I was working at. A total gentleman.

Never let this be forgotten!! Every time I think about what they sacrificed and endured so that we can enjoy the freedoms we do today, I get all choked up.

@liviadix1433

2 жыл бұрын

...and yes, a reminder to the present that freedom is worth preserving. I'm not talking about individual freedom, which I consider selfishness.

@edwinamendelssohn5129

Жыл бұрын

Depends on the context

@jaybrown3953

Ай бұрын

These men gave everything, some came back greater some never did. Not many understand what the cost was and more don't care.

And this, ladies and gentlemen, is why Ken Burns always relies on literary scholars to help bring his documentaries to life! From BROOKLYN BRIDGE to THE CIVIL WAR, hearing David McCullough speak about our national history keeps the flames of liberty alive. My God, how we take this beautiful country for granted. Thank you, sir, for reminding us Americans what it truly means to be.... American.🇵🇷🇺🇸😎🗽🦂

@President.GeorgeWashington

Жыл бұрын

I see you have a Cuban flag. Very cool. I've been to Latin America 7 times, and I never grow tired of it. Kind, hard-working, humble people and the best food and tobacco in the world.

McCullough, two time Pulitzer Prize winner, noted author and lecturer will always be the "voice" of Ken Burns Civil War documentary. I can't imagine anyone else doing the brilliant narration of that documentary other than David McCullough!

His book on John Adam’s is superb,well worth the read.

@lexyswope

Жыл бұрын

Yes

I read 1776 with Irish eyes and marvelled at the parallels with great figures in Irish history. He defeated Castlereagh who went on to wage war against the Irish rebels 1798, who themselves were inspired by Washington and the American revolutionaries. They all belonged to an heroic age that can still inspire us today,

The honor and respect that he has for Washington is touching. I wish his picture was back in classrooms.

@davidparry8514

4 жыл бұрын

it certainly couldn't hurt

@matthewlivermanne4441

3 жыл бұрын

We had pictures of Washington and Abraham Lincoln

@nealtauss1715

2 жыл бұрын

....'Father.... I cannot tell a lie'.... WAS a LIE.... while his picture was hanging in my class room.... next stop.... Viet Nam.... ANOTHER lie.... if you can stand some REAL truth.... try 'War Is a Racket'.... Marine Corps Commandant Smedley Butler.... THE most highly decorated Soldier of his day.... OLD Corps Marine.... back when the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously.... in most cases.... I believe he has Three....

@SilverGram

2 жыл бұрын

@@nealtauss1715 I knew that . The reality is that all humans are flawed. What made Washington and the other founders great is that they rose up when it mattered. I'm sorry you are so jaded you can't see through the propaganda that seeks to destroy the greatness these men embodied. We all have flaws, they rose above when it mattered.

@Warcrimeenthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

@@SilverGram Absolutely Well said

This guy has the best narrative voice

@BartAlder

5 жыл бұрын

Only Liev Schreiber gets close but David McCullough was the best.

God bless David McCullough

What a incredible writer. His books should be required reading for high school students. I've never seen an interview with this man. My appreciation of what he says here is immeasurable. I live in Western Massachusetts and I am surrounded by so much history in my area and continue to explore that history because of Mr. McCullough.

God bless George Washington and our other great founding fathers! I plan to thank all of them when I leave this world and see them in the next life! These men were awesome!

@cindymacferran331

Жыл бұрын

Me too! Won’t that just be the coolest?!

@b1of4bs

Жыл бұрын

He's with them now. ❤

We must be thankful for George Washington. This was a beautiful segment, and worth the time to listen. We must be thankful for David McCullough as well.

@danielterry382

Жыл бұрын

Ken Burns films would not be the same without David !

@comradeghostboi7989

9 ай бұрын

slaver

The importance of the knowledge of George Washington in today's youth is absolutely priceless. It takes both, parents like myself to make sure children continue to learn, but men like this to help get that knowledge to those who seek it.

What a wonderful interview this is ! Both George Washington and David McCullough are National Treasures and heroes to me !

@mountvernon

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching.

RIP Mr. McCullough. I hope you're up there chatting with our founding fathers.

There could easily be a three hour epic film done on Washington and it would barely scratch the surface .... He single-handedly turned a certain defeat at Monmouth into a victory ... After the war there was a threat of a military coup.. Washington arrived at the meeting of the coup leaders unannounced and began to read a prepared statement. He removed a pair of spectacles from his overcoat and said to the officers present, "You'll forgive me gentlemen, I've grown blind in the service of my country." ... There were few dry eyes in that room and when Washington left that was the end of the coup... When King George III received news of Washington relinquishing his command of the army he said, " If this is true, Washington is indeed a great man."... First in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen...

He puts flesh and bones on his subjects and brings them back to life!

I swear before God, I could listen to David McCullough's marvelous voice read a phone book.

George Washington left an exemplary leadership. Though im not an american i appreciate George Washington's exceptional skill and ability to withstand the trivial of times and his unbreakable spirit despite facing the threat of harsh environment and circumstances.

God bless This man for summarizing just how brilliant of a leader our great General Washington was. It’s important to preserve our history, never to censor it. God bless America and George Washington!

@williammarzano872

Жыл бұрын

God bless our country. We are blessed through our founding founders selfless, courageous efforts. A great man.

Thank you Mr McCullough, just to bad this kind of history is no longer taught in schools. We have such a rich history as a nation. Through his books, Mr McCullough has brought it back to life.

David McCullough words, written or spoken, never fail to engage me and lift me up. This brief video is a fine example. Mr. McCullough answers each question with a clear thesis statement and backs each up with facts, all the while bringing his personal passion to the task. It’s impossible not to stop, listen, and watch him.

@dougdouglas3945

Жыл бұрын

I agree, Mr. McCullough is always engaging and interesting, regardless of the topic or subject.

I really, really, really appreciate what McCullough does for America and the world with his works.

As a lifelong student of history, I have taken so much pleasure & gratitude in learning of the events in history and the men who spurred them on. It was a long held opinion of mine that for the plethora of GREAT doers and leaders that America produced, we never produced a Churchill. About a decade ago, I began rethinking that, and concluded that was in error, for George Washington was just that. But, more recently, I have concluded that too is in error. I now believe that by 1946, it was apparent that in Winston Churchill, England had produced a George Washington.

@mach1bach165

Жыл бұрын

Just so, sir - just so.

David McCullough gave a talk that I had the privilege of attending love back in 2007. He dispelled the myth of there ever being a "simpler time." I love his writing, I love his voice, I cherish his exceptional knowledge and wisdom. You will be missed, sir!

Rip David McCullough. What a long and amazing life

@MalEvansUSA

Жыл бұрын

We are lucky to have a good historian like David in our lifetimes. What a great life. Rip

I had the great honor of meeting Mr. McCullough. A high point of my life.

George Washington was a gift from God

@Jalanski28

4 жыл бұрын

Some historians refer to him as the rebirth of Alexander the Great.

@jeb4386

3 жыл бұрын

@johnny torres its just a figure of speech Bucky

@Nebulasecura

3 жыл бұрын

Quite the true statement tbh given just how bad the odds were stacked against the colonies at the time

@cindymacferran331

Жыл бұрын

Literally!!! ❤

@dariowiter3078

10 ай бұрын

God had a marvelous day he gave the American people George Washington on February 22, 1732. America has been eternally grateful since then. 🇺🇲🗽😁

Agree with you 100% that George Washington and Abraham Lincoln's pictures should be back in every school room on display as students sing / pray God Bless America!

@sandszion

4 жыл бұрын

Oh hell naw

@martindejesusraya3820

4 жыл бұрын

You don't need those pictures to know they were good men.

@ericchandler2422

Жыл бұрын

And say the pledge of allegiance

If you read one of Mr. McCullough's books, you will want to read them all and gift them to your friends!

@dickaalj999

5 жыл бұрын

John O'Connor that is a very fine message!

Quite possibly the most brilliant man in the country-an incomparable interpreter of our history His books are incredibly rewarding.

This man is so intelligent. He’s read, he knows but more importantly he understands.

An amazingly spiritual man who makes history come alive understands the human heart he is a natural teasure

This man, is a national treasure!

David McCullough and David Attenborough, whatever they talk about they make it interesting and I never get tired of listening.

It should be required that Congress give this man the chance to lecture every year about what service means to America.

An excellent tribute to a GREAT man.

RIP you American legend your works will live for hundreds of years!

@FuzzyWuzzy75

11 ай бұрын

What is more important than any union or form of governance is the principles behind what our Founders created. Without those principles, it is all for not. Sadly, we are seeing plenty of evidence of that today.

A wonderful testament to Washington and the hard work of creating our free nation. These early years set the stage for freedom for all people. And we are still working on it.

This man speaking of our nations beginnings should be in every school and university in the country required reader

Mr. McCullough is my favorite historian. When i read his books, i hear his voice in my head. So calm and informative.

A true American Washington!!!

I can and probably should listen to this everyday.

This is great! The history every American child should be taught!!

If you seek courage and inspiration...study McCullough's work. "Never Quit..." That's his message. "Dream....dream and believe."

Absolutely inspiring video. Brilliant analysis. Thank you KZread.

McCullough is just simply awesome. Love him.

The importance of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Roosevelt is that for their particular times each could be considered our greatest president. Through force of will these individuals came to present to us the goals and ideals that have come to shape American democracy. They were the great pilots that have steered our ship forward. Now who will be next?

@michaelburke5907

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Teddy.

@julesmum9781

10 ай бұрын

JFK comes close

I think George Washington day should be the Biggest holiday of the year in USA

Just a terrific author and historian , discussing a man of his times ....Mr. McCullough will be so missed as a voice to remind us of what we have gone through to be Americans .

Will miss His Voice. and glorious Books. An American Treasure. with Condolences to All His Family and Friends at this time.

This was a breath of fresh air

Thank you David McCullough for this presentation.

I believe Washington was a remote man. Hard to know, but a man of deep honor and bravery. Lincoln is easier to understand and embrace. Two men that truly shaped our nation.

Just when I'm getting the blues about the state of the country I come across the great David McCullough for a splash of cold water in the face. American history itself is cause for gratitude and optimism. McCullough's wonderful stories are testimony that we've had it much, much worse.

@jameseverett4976

Жыл бұрын

Our history IS great, which is why the Left wants to trash and rewrite it.

I love listening to this man, he is the greatest speaker in my opinion.

@tmseh

4 жыл бұрын

He really should do a TED talk. I would travel almost anywhere to se him speak.

This should be in every school curriculum. So well done.

Powerful truth...let us all go forward, together.

David McCullough was so important to our American fabric, His intellect will be truly missed.

Outstanding! This is America ❤️💙

Have a Blessed and Happy 242nd BIRTHDAY AMERICA !!!

I have read his books. A great historian and a great human being.

RIP. Thank you for your voice and intellgence.

He makes me so Proud & Honored to have him in my families lineage 🇺🇸

This just surfaced on my KZread feed. How refreshing is Mr McCullough's interview! I'm so tired of CRT pushers who denigrate this great man and all of the Founding Fathers.

@scspera

Жыл бұрын

Horse Hockey!

"History is a source of strength, and should be." That is masterfully said. We as Americans can come through these days if we are willing to work as they the builders of this Nation did. They set us up to succeed. Only if we give up, lay down, and do nothing will we totally fail. As the pop song says, "I get knocked down, but I get up again. You're never gonna keep me down." That is the lesson of Washington, we may fail right now, but keep getting up. Keep moving forward. We will win out. Unite all America. Throw down the forces that seek to divide us into whatever category, whatever side. Foolishness! There is far more that should unite us then divide us. Get up! Get to work! Roll on unto OUR victory, our Freedom, our Prosperity for ourselves and our Posterity. United America will win in the end.

@Nebulasecura

3 жыл бұрын

Masterfully said! God bless this great nation and all of the men and women that have worked hard for it!

Mr. McCullough is a great writer...his books are very easy to read 😊

MY IDOL!!!! YOUR STRONG HERE IN PHILIPPINES.

My favorite Author talking about my favorite man in history, the greatest man to walk this earth, George Washington. Hoping to visit for the first time this fall.

This video is more important now then ever. Rejoice Evermore, I wish that had always been in my heart and on my tongue. John Adams

To not know our history is definitely ingratitude. We should all be thankful for their sacrifices, and learn just what those sacrifices were.

Washington & McCullough -2 gems of America!

America was fortunate to have George Washington step forward and risk everything when he was needed the most.

What a beautiful statement of what we are.

David McCullough is a national treasure.

Amazing writer.

I call David my good friend,, what a guy. The best,,

He hits the point that we can get through what we need to fight against today year 2020.

What a wonderful, knowledgeable man who is able to get his position to people without any political position! Thank you Mr. McCullough!

Thank you Dave for all of your tireless effort and dedication in presenting and preserving our American history and passing it on. 🇺🇸❤

Gorgeous work. Thank you.

It’s a tragedy that people dismiss figures like Washington and Jefferson based on one thing, rather than understand what they did and how special their contributions were.

@cindymacferran331

Жыл бұрын

And remember the times in which they lived.

@dougdouglas3945

Жыл бұрын

Here here!

@00:16...Well, he kinda WAS a brilliant strategist and, sometimes, tactician [Siege of Boston, Trenton, Princeton]- he realize that keeping the army together and winning the *right* battles, would win the war. He lost more battles than he won because he was outmatched in almost every engagement in terms of men and materiel.

Damn this interview was 🔥🔥

As a Briton who loves history and recognises the inseverable link between two nations, I cannot dispute the relevance and importance of one of civilizations greatest ideas. The U.S.A. An idea devised by some of history's most eloquent men. However, I feel the present Republic is somewhat off the mark of what the original devisors of its inception would have envisioned. Let's hope the Union gets back on track soon.

@Nebulasecura

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I feel part of that is the path that both political parties have gone down over the years, in a way it Kinda proved Washington right that political parties would be destructive to the nation, and make people more loyal to a party than to the nation.

@gabepace9296

Жыл бұрын

I agree except for your word "somewhat:" of the mark? how about "totally" instead?

@SueProv

Жыл бұрын

@@gabepace9296 If not totally pretty close. The gentleman said somewhat to be polite.

@jackhays1194

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. We are off track.

If he could see what we have today, the man would cry.

I needed to hear this. Thank you so much for this video

I just heard of this man's recent death. It is a cruel irony that, just when the nation needs his vision, he must leave us. We are fortunate to have his books and videos like this one. I can think of no better American history course than these materials. In this age we must reconnect with our American roots. It is a matter of survival. Bon Voyage David. Thank you for giving us a way to remember what we are,.

Please take the time to hear the entire piece. It is quite wise and wonderful. If you are short on time right now, at least catch the end of it from 15:16 or better yet from 13:00.

Nice narrative by Mr McCullough

As he speaks of many of Washington's interests and hobbies I find it amazing how many of those he ironically shared with another George, King George III. Imagine if those two had ever met.

Love it . Thank - You .