This week Burke speaks with Richard Battle, a longtime friend of the show, about his new book AmeriCANS Who Made America. It's a comprehensive breakdown of inspirational American figures of the 18th century.

Richard goes through American history to draw attention to valuable Americans who may or may not have gotten their fair share of attention and praise. He discusses the common criticisms of historical figures. 

The book is on Amazon and Richard's website, it's currently #1 in Teen & Young Adult Historical Biographies.

If books are ordered from RichardBattle.Com can get a signed copy.

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