Ryan Cole on Lafayette's Farewell Tour and Uniting a Divided America
With the nation's 250th anniversary upon us, Mitch Daniels sits down with historian Ryan Cole, author of The Last Adieu: Lafayette's Triumphant Return, the Echoes of Revolution, and the Gratitude of the Republic, to explore what that extraordinary homecoming meant to Americans then and what it can teach us now. They discuss Lafayette's role in winning independence, "informed patriotism" and the danger of losing our historical memory. The Future of Liberty — Former Indiana governor and Purdue University president Mitch Daniels investigates the prospects for liberty and more through conversations with prominent thinkers and leaders across diverse fields. New episodes are available wherever you listen, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Visit thefutureofliberty.org to learn more. Stay connected with Liberty Fund on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
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