"Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies: The Patriots" Topic

Of possible interest?

"The American Revolution was neither inevitable nor a unanimous cause. It pitted neighbors against each other, as loyalists and colonial rebels faced off for their lives and futures. These were the times that tried men's souls: no one was on stable ground and few could be trusted. Through the fascinating tales of the first Americans, Legends and Lies: The Patriots reveals the contentious arguments that turned friends into foes and the country into a warzone.

From the riots over a child's murder that led to the Boston Massacre to the suspicious return of Ben Franklin, the "First American;" from the Continental Army's first victory under George Washington's leadership to the little known southern Guerilla campaign of "Swamp Fox" Francis Marion, and the celebration of America's first Christmas, The Patriots recreates the amazing combination of resourcefulness, perseverance, strategy, and luck that led to this country's creation.

Heavily illustrated with spectacular artwork that brings this important history to vivid life, and told in the same fast-paced, immersive narrative as the first Legends and Lies, The Patriots is an irresistible, adventure-packed journey back into one of the most storied moments of our nation's rich history"
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Armand

the little known southern Guerilla campaign of "Swamp Fox" Francis Marion

Yeah. So little known that Disney did a multipart (at least six) series about it in the mid-50's. O'Reilly seems to have the opinion that if he doesn't know something, nobody else must, either.

To say nothing of the fact that America's first Christmases were celebrated in Spanish colonies during the 1500s.

Rick

It's actually a rather interesting production, well worth the viewer's time and attention. Compared to some of the trite productions seen on The History Channel recently, I find it informative, entertaining, and well done. I'd venture to say that if you asked 10 Americans under the age of 30 who was Francis Marion, you'd likely receive at least 9 blank stares in reply.

He was Mel Gibson wasn't he?

Nope. Frank Drebin:

youtu.be/ADesK3Wa_D0

Good opportunity to save money that could be spent on minis…

Fox News or the History Channel?

Is death an option?

I prefer my history books to actually be written by their authors. And I prefer those authors to be historians.

O'Reilly did not write the book. He was executive producer of the series. I agree, it has been pretty decent so far.

Thanks

He was Mel Gibson wasn't he?

Nope. Frank Drebin

Leslie Nielsen, actually.

I am enjoying the series on the Fox channel also.

rmaker:

youtu.be/8JtnEUPvpus

"Pay attention, boy. I'm pitchin' but you ain't catchin'."

I heard him talking about "hiding behind trees" on his own show. That was enough to give it a pass.
The mere fact that it has something to do with the American Revolution does not make it "must see". I don't want to test the limits of my high blood pressure meds.

I can handle it. It's only a movie. After all, our games are not 100% perfectly historically accurate either. It must be time to send you another fix Winston. Send me a note letting me know what you want.

I have never seen his show and certainly would not admit to it if I did. Fox news is not my first choice for historical programing. Too many credibility issues. Their track record isn't exactly stellar.

I watch his show all the time. Along with listening to the BBC, NPR and a variety of other programs. I also watch Fox News with Brett Baier which is excellent.

Make up your own minds by actually watching and not what what some folks claim is true.

Thanks.

Well said John Leahy, except watching O'Reilly regularly. He is rude.

First date with my future wife, she knew who Francis Marion was. Way to get a history geek's attention.

A gal who knows who Francis Marion was -- now that's a keeper!

Lets give John Leahy an amen for his post! hahaha

But I can honestly say I don't watch Oliver North's War Stories on Fox News channel because I think he's a traitorous dog. Even though I've heard its a good show.

John, I admire your fair and unbiased outlook (said only slightly tongue-in-cheek, and no offense intended) but I've watched a BIT, and some pain is not meant to be born.

Doug

The thing about Bill O'Reilly is that…
Here is a mythical conversation between him and Linus Pauling.
"You see, Doctor Pauling, this is the real nature of the chemical bond…"
Bill knows what he knows, and he always knows more than experts.
Bill knows all the myths and legends and defends them.

I will watch him for biased opinionated news, but for history? I think not.

I actually like Fox News. It's refreshing to hear a different take on things instead of the same old worn out stuff from the other news channels. I don't always agree with everything, but much of it makes sense.