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In this episode, the hosts feature two meaningful flags and the stories behind them. Richard presents the Central African Republic flag, designed in the late 1950s by Barthélémy Boganda, explaining its colors, symbolism, and Boganda’s vision for governance and Pan-African unity, as well as his suspicious death in a plane crash. Richard shares personal memories from 20 years in the country, including Peace Corps village life, learning Sango, and wildlife work in Manovo-Gounda St. Floris National Park, where he studied the last western black rhinos and recalls close encounters with lions while mapping elephant trails. George then discusses the Gadsden “Don’t Tread on Me” flag, its 1777 origins with Christopher Gadsden, its link to Benjamin Franklin’s “Join or Die,” and how its modern co-opting surprised him while planning a Liberty Tree event. 00:00 Two Flags Today 00:31 Central African Flag Origins 01:28 Flag Symbols Explained 02:59 Boganda Legacy and Loss 03:56 Peace Corps Memories 04:50 Wildlife Work and Decline 06:07 Lion Encounters on Patrol 08:41 Gadsden Flag Introduction 09:36 History and Modern Meaning 11:09 Wrap Up and Shout Outs

Aug 25, 2026 · Youtube

In a “Flags of Change” segment, the hosts discuss the flag of the Society of the Cincinnati with Kelly, explaining the organization’s origins and purpose. Founded in May 1783 in Newburgh, New York by Continental Army officers (with Henry Knox starting the first chapter and George Washington as its first president, alongside the Marquis de Lafayette), the society quickly formed chapters across the 13 colonies and in France. Kelly describes the North Carolina chapter’s beginnings on October 3, 1783 at James Hogg’s cabin in Hillsborough and outlines the society’s mission: preserving the memory and ideals of the American Revolution, maintaining bonds among officers, and providing aid to disabled veterans and to widows and children, with modern efforts focused on education and preservation. The blue-and-white flag features 13 stripes, 14 stars (including France), and an eagle insignia designed by Charles Pierre L’Enfant depicting Cincinnatus to symbolize soldiers returning to peaceful citizen life; membership is primarily limited to male descendants, with some honorary members. 00:00 Flags of Change Intro 00:14 Origins of the Society 02:01 Hillsborough Chapter Story 03:02 Mission and Mutual Aid 04:50 Why Education Matters Now 05:18 Flag Design and Colors 06:59 Eagle Symbol and Cincinnatus 08:33 Membership and Exclusivity 09:11 Wrap Up and Thanks

Jul 8, 2026 · Youtube

When Americans think about the founding of the United States, most minds immediately go to Boston, Philadelphia, Lexington, and Concord. But what if one of the most important chapters of the American Revolution happened right here in North Carolina? In this episode of Tales of American Spirit, host Liz Morris welcomes Kelly Arnold from the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough to explore the remarkable role Hillsborough played in the movement toward American independence. Together they uncover the story of the Third Provincial Congress, the Regulator Movement, and the pivotal decisions made in Hillsborough during the summer of 1775 that helped lay the groundwork for a new nation. From corrupt colonial officials and frustrated frontier farmers to revolutionary leaders, military preparations, and the earliest steps toward self-government, this conversation reveals why Hillsborough deserves a much larger place in America's founding story. 00:00 – Introduction to Freedom & Glory 01:00 – Why Hillsborough's story matters during America's 250th anniversary 02:00 – What Hillsborough looked like in the 1770s 04:00 – Why Hillsborough became a center of colonial power 08:00 – Life in colonial North Carolina 09:00 – What was happening across the American colonies? 11:00 – How news traveled before modern communication 13:00 – Who were the Regulators? 15:00 – Taxes, corruption, and colonial frustration 17:00 – Why the Regulators were more complicated than history suggests 20:00 – Loyalists, revolutionaries, and competing visions for America 24:00 – What was the Third Provincial Congress? 25:00 – Why Hillsborough was chosen for the meeting 27:00 – The first real steps toward independence 29:00 – Military districts, currency, and preparing for self-government 32:00 – The influential leaders gathered in Hillsborough 36:00 – The Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge 38:00 – How North Carolina moved toward independence 40:00 – Why Hillsborough's role is often overlooked 42:00 – Exploring Historic Hillsborough today 43:00 – Outlandish Hillsborough Scottish Festival and Outlander connections 45:00 – Flags of Change: The Society of the Cincinnati 47:00 – George Washington, Cincinnatus, and revolutionary ideals 50:00 – The Society's mission and legacy today 54:00 – Final thoughts and closing

Jun 25, 2026 · Youtube