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VPC Bridgepoint Luncheons presents "The White House is Burning" with author and historian Jane Hampton Cook
"THE BURNING OF THE WHITE HOUSE"
Luncheon with special guest, Jane Hampton Cook, Author, Historian, Speaker & National TV CommentatorRelying on first-hand accounts, historian Jane Hampton Cook tells the incredible story of August 1814, when for 26 hours, the British enemy marched through Washington and set fire to the U.S. Capitol and the White House.
From James and Dolley Madison to the British admiral who ordered the White House set aflame, historical figures are brought to life through their experience of this unprecedented attack. The Burning of the White House is the story of a city invaded, a presidential family displaced, a nation humbled, and an American spirit that somehow remained unbroken.Join Bridgepoint Connections for lunch and a walk through history with Jane Hampton Cook, who wants this story and hers to give you hope, peace and strength.
About Our Guest Speaker...
National media commentator and award-winning author Jane Hampton Cook brings history and biographies to life, making them memorable and relevant to today's news, current events, politics, issues of faith, and modern-day life. Jane is the author of seven books, including her two latest, America's Star Spangled Story and American Phoenix.
Jane is a frequent guest on numerous television, radio, online, and print outlets. She has appeared in several historical documentaries and hosted an online documentary. She is a member of the National Press Club.
Jane served former President George W. Bush as a webmaster for five years where her enthusiasm for history skyrocketed when she discovered that writing historical stories for whitehouse.gov were among the site's most popular pages. The experience cemented her decision to passionately pursue U.S. history topics as an author.
Schedule
11:40 Registration/networking
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Speaker
1:15 Finish
1:30 Optional dessert/Q & AMenu
Italian Salad
Meaty Lasagna
Fresh rolls and butter
Tiramisu
(You must note in your registration form if you need a vegetarian or gluten free option!)Register by Thursday, January 26th
VPC Bridgepoint Luncheons presents "T...Date and Time
Friday Jan 27, 2017
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM ESTFriday, January 27th from Noon to 1:15 pm
Location
Maggiano's Little Italy, Tysons II Galleria, 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA 22102
Fees/Admission
Cost (includes family-style lunch, program, and free parking):
In Advance: $25 for returning guests; $15 for first-time guests and those in transition
At the Door: $35 for returning guests; $25 for first-time guests and those in transition
Register online by Jan. 26thContact Information
For more information, contact Phil Kratovil at 703-937-1897
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