The Founding Fathers: Myths, Realities, and Legacies with Valerie Gugala

They are hailed as heroes, visionaries, and the architects of American democracy—but who were the Founding Fathers, really? This lecture separates fact from fiction to explore the complex lives, beliefs, and contradictions of figures like Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, and Hamilton. We’ll examine the myths that surround them, the truths history reveals, and the lasting legacies they left on the nation they helped create.