Martin Van Buren
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
09/24/22
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The eighth president of the United States is likely a mystery to most casual history lovers, however his impact and legacy can be felt today.
So just who was Martin Van Buren? How did he get into politics? And how did his work lead to the creation of party politics?
Tune in to learn all this and more.
For show notes, source material and transcripts, please head to the website at www.civicsandcoffee.com
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