Visiting the Presidents

Visiting the Presidents takes listeners through the birthplaces, homes, gravesites, libraries, and other historical sites associated with the Presidents of the United States. Join Dr. Joe Faykosh as we explore the childhoods, lives, loves, careers, and deaths of these presidents through the sites that were touched by them.

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S3 E3 Thomas Jefferson's Tomb

February 28, 2024 • Joe Faykosh • Season 3 • Episode 3

"Thomas Jefferson surives!"--famous last words. While not true in a corporeal sense, Jefferson's legacy is with us and debated here. Journey back to Monticello to check out the simple cemetery with a large obelisk, and an outsized contribution to our country! Learn about Thomas Jefferson, Third President, and his long post-presidency, his death, and the ways he is commemorated!

Check out the website at VisitingthePresidents.com for visual aids, links, past episodes, recommended reading, and other information!
Episode Page: https://visitingthepresidents.com/2024/02/27/season-3-episode-3-thomas-jeffersons-tomb/

Season 1's Thomas Jefferson Episode: "Thomas Jefferson and Shadwell" on his birthplace!

Season 2's Thomas Jefferson Episode: "Thomas Jefferson and Monticello" on his home!

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