Winter 2025

Inside The Issue

Achieving Fame

What constituted notoriety in the 18th century?

January 8, 2025

4 Minute Read

Classic Examples

The Writings of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers influenced some Founders’ political and personal views

by Jeffrey Rosen

| January 8, 2025

14 Minute Read

What Is History?

The expanding view of Colonial Williamsburg’s research

By Paul Aron

| January 8, 2025

6 Minute Read

Legendary Pirate

Tales of Blackbeard’s frightening persona fueled a swashbuckling reputation

by Paul Aron

| January 8, 2025

8 Minute Read