Jefferson and History: Through the Lens of Patrick Henry

Discover Jefferson's interest in history with a special focus on his contributions to Patrick Henry's first biography in this discussion at The Athanaeum. 

Meredith Barber is a local historian and student at William & Mary who has researched Thomas Jefferson's personal relationship with Patrick Henry. Jefferson kept thousands of letters, records, and notes on his peers, including Henry. He worked hard to preserve his own image and shape the way he and his contemporaries would be portrayed in history. Discover Jefferson's interest in history and biography, with a special focus on his contributions to Patrick Henry's first biography.

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