John Hope Franklin: Redefining the American Story

Celebrated historian, scholar, activist, author, and Fulbright alumnus, Dr. John Hope Franklin, was the focal point of a virtual panel discussion titled John Hope Franklin: Redefining the American Story. The discussion, which was hosted by the Fulbright Program as a part of their Fulbright 75 Celebration, will be rebroadcasted as part of the Wednesdays at the Center series.

Moderated by African American Studies professor and Fulbright alumna Dr. Kalenda Eaton, the panel explores Franklin's life, including his pivotal work, From Slavery to Freedom (1947), which cemented the integral role of Black Americans in U.S. history. Panelists include historian and son of Franklin, John Whittington Franklin and Fulbright alumna, American Studies professor, and former personal assistant to Franklin, Dr. Nishani Frazier.

As panelists share memories about Franklin's work, impact, and travels abroad, including as a Fulbright Scholar in the United Kingdom, Australia, Venezuela, Zimbabwe, and Brazil, viewers will learn about Franklin's influence beyond redefining the American story to shaping how America is perceived around the world.

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The Wednesdays at the Center series, the John Hope Franklin Center, and the international area study centers in DUCIGS have worked in the past to address issues of racism, inequality, and marginalization both globally and locally.

If you need access to closed captioning for this event, please contact Meredith Watkins (mw390@duke.edu).