Richard Reeves: Daring Young Men




We The People Podcasts show

Summary: A conversation with acclaimed presidential biographer Richard Reeves about his new book, Daring Young Men: The Heroism and Triumph of the Berlin Airlift. Reeves recounts the stories of the brave pilots who risked their lives to supply humanitarian aid to those who were considered enemies only a few short years earlier during World War II. Utilizing previously unpublished documents and numerous interviews, Reeves provides a voice for these pilots to tell their stories. Thomas Childers, Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania, moderates. Program recorded on 1/13/10. Questions or comments? Write: programs@constitutioncenter.org