Thinking Historically About the Korean War Memorial with Ranger Jenn of the National Mall

In this episode, we are thinking historically with Jennifer Epstein Rudnick, an Education Specialist and Park Ranger with the National Park Service at the National Mall and Memorial Parks. Ranger Jenn helps us think historically about the of memorials in teaching history. In particular we discuss the Korean War Memorial in the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This episode explores broader themes of memorials and monuments and how they can spark dialogue, an essential component of democracy.

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