Richard Brookhiser, senior editor at National Review, joins to discuss his latest book, The Hero Returns: Lafayette and the Legacy of Revolution. When the Marquis de Lafayette returned to the United States in 1824, Americans welcomed him as the last surviving major general of the Revolutionary War. The Hero Returns explores Lafayette’s celebrated farewell tour and examines how his visit helped Americans reflect on the meaning and enduring legacy of the Revolution. Thomas Donnelly, lead scholar at the National Constitution Center, moderates.
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About NCC Book Clubs: This event is part of the National Constitution Center’s Book Club series, which invites Americans of all ages to engage with works by leading scholars and thinkers exploring the Constitution, American history, and the ideas that shape our constitutional democracy. Through conversations with authors representing a range of perspectives, the series encourages thoughtful discussion grounded in primary sources and constitutional principles. The Center convenes these conversations as a forum for learning and dialogue. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the National Constitution Center. Programs will be offered both virtually and in person at the Center in Philadelphia.
