Sunday, May 17th TV listings for C-SPAN 3 HD
Lectures in History Immigration in America
Does the portrayal of immigrants in Grand Theft Auto reflect reality? University of Tennessee professor Tore Olsson discusses the video game while chronicling the history of immigration policy in the United States.
People and events that help document the American story.
The Presidency First Lady Bess Truman
Clifton Truman Daniel, grandson of First Lady Bess Truman (1945-53), joins historians to discuss her life and legacy. The Truman Little White House in Key West hosts this event.
Reel America China Enters Korean War - 1950
This 1956 United States Army Signal Corps film explained China's entrance into the Korean War in 1950. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
America 250 Role of Cherokees in American Revolution
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore explores the role of the Cherokees in the American Revolution. He speaks at the Fountain Inn Museum in South Carolina.
America 250 Revolutionary War Soldiers' Views on Slavery
Wake Forest University history professor Jake Ruddiman outlines views on slavery among combatants in the Revolutionary War. He speaks at the Asheboro Public Library, North Carolina.
King Charles III Delivers Address to Congress
King Charles III delivers an address to a Joint Meeting of Congress.
The Civil War The Past, Present, and Future of Civil War Studies
Historians discuss the field of Civil War studies.
Author Hollis Palmer discusses the season in Saratoga Springs in the late-1800s and what it was like to spend a day at the spas in the Gilded Age.
Eric Foner, Our Fragile Freedoms
Columbia University historian Eric Foner discusses American history topics including slavery, the civil rights movement, and the remaking of the United States in the nineteenth century.
America 250 How Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln Viewed America's Founding
Nathan Richardson, portraying Frederick Douglass, speaks about how Douglass and President Abraham Lincoln viewed America's founding ideals.
Reel America Employing World War II Veterans with Disabilities - 1946
This 1946 Veterans Administration film showcased how World War II Veterans with disabilities can successfully work in various jobs. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
America 250 Michael Cohen on President Zachary Taylor
Historian Michael Cohen reflects on the life and legacy of President Zachary Taylor. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Historian Matthew Costello on President James Polk
Matthew Costello, chief education officer for the White House Historical Association, reflects on the life & legacy of President James Polk. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday.
America 250 Historian Amy Greenberg on First Lady Sarah Polk
Historian Amy Greenberg reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Sarah Polk (1845-49). Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
Lectures in History Immigration in America
Does the portrayal of immigrants in Grand Theft Auto reflect reality? University of Tennessee professor Tore Olsson discusses the video game while chronicling the history of immigration policy in the United States.
People and events that help document the American story.
The Presidency First Lady Bess Truman
Clifton Truman Daniel, grandson of First Lady Bess Truman (1945-53), joins historians to discuss her life and legacy. The Truman Little White House in Key West hosts this event.
Reel America China Enters Korean War - 1950
This 1956 United States Army Signal Corps film explained China's entrance into the Korean War in 1950. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
America 250 Role of Cherokees in American Revolution
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore explores the role of the Cherokees in the American Revolution. He speaks at the Fountain Inn Museum in South Carolina.
America 250 Revolutionary War Soldiers' Views on Slavery
Wake Forest University history professor Jake Ruddiman outlines views on slavery among combatants in the Revolutionary War. He speaks at the Asheboro Public Library, North Carolina.
King Charles III Delivers Address to Congress
King Charles III delivers an address to a Joint Meeting of Congress.
The Civil War The Past, Present, and Future of Civil War Studies
Historians discuss the field of Civil War studies.
Author Hollis Palmer discusses the season in Saratoga Springs in the late-1800s and what it was like to spend a day at the spas in the Gilded Age.
Eric Foner, Our Fragile Freedoms
Columbia University historian Eric Foner discusses American history topics including slavery, the civil rights movement, and the remaking of the United States in the nineteenth century.
America 250 How Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln Viewed America's Founding
Nathan Richardson, portraying Frederick Douglass, speaks about how Douglass and President Abraham Lincoln viewed America's founding ideals.
Reel America Employing World War II Veterans with Disabilities - 1946
This 1946 Veterans Administration film showcased how World War II Veterans with disabilities can successfully work in various jobs. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films.
America 250 Michael Cohen on President Zachary Taylor
Historian Michael Cohen reflects on the life and legacy of President Zachary Taylor. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Historian Matthew Costello on President James Polk
Matthew Costello, chief education officer for the White House Historical Association, reflects on the life & legacy of President James Polk. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday.
America 250 Historian Amy Greenberg on First Lady Sarah Polk
Historian Amy Greenberg reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Sarah Polk (1845-49). Her recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to help mark America's 250th birthday this year.
Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.