In this compelling course, acclaimed historian and author Paul Sparrow explores the groundbreaking themes of his book, Awakening the Spirit of America: FDR's War of Words With Charles Lindbergh And the Battle to Save Democracy. Drawing on his years as director of the FDR Presidential Library, Sparrow offers a powerful, insider’s look at how Franklin Delano Roosevelt overcame deep political opposition and isolationist sentiment to lead the United States into World War II and onto the world stage.

Through storytelling and expert analysis, Sparrow tells participants about how history was made, revealing how Roosevelt’s masterful use of language, media, and persuasion reshaped the American identity and redefined global leadership. This course will shed light on the strategies, struggles, and triumphs of FDR’s presidency, offering timely lessons on resilience, vision, and the enduring power of words.

Join Paul Sparrow for an unforgettable journey into the heart of American history and discover how the "spirit of America" was awakened at one of its most critical turning points. Sparrow will be presenting remote.