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Dr. Benjamin Rush: The Founding Father Who Healed a Wounded Nation
Harlow Giles Unger’s revealing, new biography examines Benjamin Rush, the nation’s first great humanitarian, social reformer, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Know primarily as America’s most influential and leading physician, Rush was also among the first to call for the abolition of slavery, equal rights for women, and improved living conditions for the poor. A book signing will follow the program.
published: 16 Oct 2018
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Fever: 1793 - Benjamin Rush: Statesman and Scientist
For free educational materials, visit our website at www.historymakingproductions.com/webisode
Philadelphia: The Great Experiment
Webisode: Benjamin Rish
Benjamin Rush, a respected and revered member in the world of medical science, led the city in treating Yellow Fever with "heroic" treatments of bleeding, mercury, and perspiration.
Watch more at http://www.historyofphilly.com/
Check out our website! http://historymakingproductions.com/
published: 29 Mar 2012
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The legacy of Benjamin Rush
Although the coronavirus' effects may seem shockingly new to most, the U.S. has been through pandemics that have upended life in the past. Yellow fever ravaged Philadelphia in 1793, and one doctor, Benjamin Rush, worked tirelessly to treat the sick. When he was not doing that, Rush was dining with iconic Americans such as John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Michelle Miller speaks to Steven Fried, author of the biography "Rush," about the historic figure's unique legacy.
published: 25 Apr 2020
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Benjamin Rush: The most important Founding Father you've never heard of
Lin-Manuel Miranda put his favorite founding father on the map with the Broadway hit "Hamilton." But what about some of the lesser-known characters from the Revolutionary era? The author of a new book argues that one in particular deserves to remembered – a doctor and signer of the Declaration – who championed progressive causes that remain topical today. Michelle Miller reports.
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published: 22 Sep 2018
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Dr. Benjamin Rush
Historian Steve Yacik talks about Benjamin Rush and the roles he played in the American Revolution and the field of medicine in the early Republic.
This presentation was made to the Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table on March 11, 2024.
You can visit the Round Table's website here:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org/washington-crossing-american-revolution-round-table.html
The Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table was founded in 2004 and is sponsored by the Swan Historical Foundation:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org
To learn about upcoming talks, please join our mailing list by sending an email to:
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published: 12 Apr 2024
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Dr. Benjamin Rush
Dr. Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and statesman, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. He was appointed by President John Adams to be Treasurer of the U.S. Mint.
Rush served as vice president of America’s first Bible society and was a leading advocate for use of the Bible in public schools. In a tract widely distributed in 1830, titled A Defence of the Use of the Bible in Schools, he wrote that he preferred the Bible as a schoolbook because “the Bible contains more knowledge necessary to man in his present state than any other book in the world.”
After his death in 1813, Benjamin Rush became known as the father of American medicine and one of the most notable men in America!
Sign up to receive The Book in your inbox daily at https://museumofthebible.org/thebo...
published: 03 Jul 2018
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Benjamin Rush and Inventing the Bucket: Citation Needed 6x06
In the season finale: Gary gets nauseous, Matt gets accused of being a minor royal, and Chris pulls a face. This time, we're back at the founding of America, talking about a man who helped, or perhaps hindered, a famous expedition...
BONUS MATERIAL: https://youtu.be/67adxXG34-k
FULL PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL96C35uN7xGIo2odDuuPeYtb7BtQ1kBhp
WEB SITE and MORE AUDIO EPISODES: http://techdif.co.uk
published: 06 Jul 2017
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Dr. Benjamin Rush - The First Great American Physician | Medical History with Dr. Brown
In this week's historical deep dive with Dr. Brown we learn about the first, great American physician, Dr. Benjamin Rush. Although his work and legacy is often forgotten amidst the towering shadows of other historical American figures, his contributions to the landscape of medicine today are undeniable.
Standing strong in the face of the 1793 Yellow Fever, he cared for his ill patients regardless of their condition and even fought off the Fever TWICE himself.
His unrelenting pursuit of excellence and strong stance made him a formidable and domineering figure, but he stood by his beliefs to ensure the treatment of illness and advancement of medicine.
Join us as we examine some of the greatest historical moments and figures in the world of medicine.
Parke-Davis's Pictorial Annals of...
published: 30 Oct 2021
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One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling
One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling #Faith #God #School Learn more at WallBuilders.com
published: 06 May 2020
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Who was Dr. Benjamin Rush and Did He Kill George Washington
When George Washington died on December 14, 1799, some Americans immediately blamed the country’s most famous doctor, Dr. Benjamin Rush.
Dr. Benjamin Rush was not in the room when George Washington died his public support of a medical practice called bloodletting may have contributed indirectly to Washington's death. This practice consisted of draining a patient's blood in an effort to rebalance the body and combat disease.
Dr. Benjamin Rush stumbled into the practice while treating patients during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He came to believe that draining massive amounts of blood could cure the most aggressive diseases. Many Americans embraced Dr. Rush’s miracle cure, even though most doctors thought he was crazy. The medical community criticized Dr. ...
published: 15 Feb 2022
1:01:03
Dr. Benjamin Rush: The Founding Father Who Healed a Wounded Nation
Harlow Giles Unger’s revealing, new biography examines Benjamin Rush, the nation’s first great humanitarian, social reformer, and signer of the Declaration of I...
Harlow Giles Unger’s revealing, new biography examines Benjamin Rush, the nation’s first great humanitarian, social reformer, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Know primarily as America’s most influential and leading physician, Rush was also among the first to call for the abolition of slavery, equal rights for women, and improved living conditions for the poor. A book signing will follow the program.
https://wn.com/Dr._Benjamin_Rush_The_Founding_Father_Who_Healed_A_Wounded_Nation
Harlow Giles Unger’s revealing, new biography examines Benjamin Rush, the nation’s first great humanitarian, social reformer, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Know primarily as America’s most influential and leading physician, Rush was also among the first to call for the abolition of slavery, equal rights for women, and improved living conditions for the poor. A book signing will follow the program.
- published: 16 Oct 2018
- views: 9907
8:01
Fever: 1793 - Benjamin Rush: Statesman and Scientist
For free educational materials, visit our website at www.historymakingproductions.com/webisode
Philadelphia: The Great Experiment
Webisode: Benjamin Rish
Benj...
For free educational materials, visit our website at www.historymakingproductions.com/webisode
Philadelphia: The Great Experiment
Webisode: Benjamin Rish
Benjamin Rush, a respected and revered member in the world of medical science, led the city in treating Yellow Fever with "heroic" treatments of bleeding, mercury, and perspiration.
Watch more at http://www.historyofphilly.com/
Check out our website! http://historymakingproductions.com/
https://wn.com/Fever_1793_Benjamin_Rush_Statesman_And_Scientist
For free educational materials, visit our website at www.historymakingproductions.com/webisode
Philadelphia: The Great Experiment
Webisode: Benjamin Rish
Benjamin Rush, a respected and revered member in the world of medical science, led the city in treating Yellow Fever with "heroic" treatments of bleeding, mercury, and perspiration.
Watch more at http://www.historyofphilly.com/
Check out our website! http://historymakingproductions.com/
- published: 29 Mar 2012
- views: 16488
7:01
The legacy of Benjamin Rush
Although the coronavirus' effects may seem shockingly new to most, the U.S. has been through pandemics that have upended life in the past. Yellow fever ravaged ...
Although the coronavirus' effects may seem shockingly new to most, the U.S. has been through pandemics that have upended life in the past. Yellow fever ravaged Philadelphia in 1793, and one doctor, Benjamin Rush, worked tirelessly to treat the sick. When he was not doing that, Rush was dining with iconic Americans such as John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Michelle Miller speaks to Steven Fried, author of the biography "Rush," about the historic figure's unique legacy.
https://wn.com/The_Legacy_Of_Benjamin_Rush
Although the coronavirus' effects may seem shockingly new to most, the U.S. has been through pandemics that have upended life in the past. Yellow fever ravaged Philadelphia in 1793, and one doctor, Benjamin Rush, worked tirelessly to treat the sick. When he was not doing that, Rush was dining with iconic Americans such as John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Michelle Miller speaks to Steven Fried, author of the biography "Rush," about the historic figure's unique legacy.
- published: 25 Apr 2020
- views: 3761
7:31
Benjamin Rush: The most important Founding Father you've never heard of
Lin-Manuel Miranda put his favorite founding father on the map with the Broadway hit "Hamilton." But what about some of the lesser-known characters from the Rev...
Lin-Manuel Miranda put his favorite founding father on the map with the Broadway hit "Hamilton." But what about some of the lesser-known characters from the Revolutionary era? The author of a new book argues that one in particular deserves to remembered – a doctor and signer of the Declaration – who championed progressive causes that remain topical today. Michelle Miller reports.
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https://wn.com/Benjamin_Rush_The_Most_Important_Founding_Father_You've_Never_Heard_Of
Lin-Manuel Miranda put his favorite founding father on the map with the Broadway hit "Hamilton." But what about some of the lesser-known characters from the Revolutionary era? The author of a new book argues that one in particular deserves to remembered – a doctor and signer of the Declaration – who championed progressive causes that remain topical today. Michelle Miller reports.
Subscribe to the "CBS This Morning" Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/1Q0v2hE
Watch "CBS This Morning" HERE: http://bit.ly/1T88yAR
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Get new episodes of shows you love across devices the next day, stream local news live, and watch full seasons of CBS fan favorites anytime, anywhere with CBS All Access. Try it free! http://bit.ly/1OQA29B
Delivered by Norah O’Donnell and Gayle King, "CBS This Morning" offers a thoughtful, substantive and insightful source of news and information to a daily audience of 3 million viewers. The Emmy Award-winning broadcast presents a mix of daily news, coverage of developing stories of national and global significance, and interviews with leading figures in politics, business and entertainment. Check local listings for "CBS This Morning" broadcast times.
- published: 22 Sep 2018
- views: 13983
45:04
Dr. Benjamin Rush
Historian Steve Yacik talks about Benjamin Rush and the roles he played in the American Revolution and the field of medicine in the early Republic.
This presen...
Historian Steve Yacik talks about Benjamin Rush and the roles he played in the American Revolution and the field of medicine in the early Republic.
This presentation was made to the Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table on March 11, 2024.
You can visit the Round Table's website here:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org/washington-crossing-american-revolution-round-table.html
The Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table was founded in 2004 and is sponsored by the Swan Historical Foundation:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org
To learn about upcoming talks, please join our mailing list by sending an email to:
[email protected]
https://wn.com/Dr._Benjamin_Rush
Historian Steve Yacik talks about Benjamin Rush and the roles he played in the American Revolution and the field of medicine in the early Republic.
This presentation was made to the Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table on March 11, 2024.
You can visit the Round Table's website here:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org/washington-crossing-american-revolution-round-table.html
The Washington Crossing American Revolution Round Table was founded in 2004 and is sponsored by the Swan Historical Foundation:
https://www.swanhistoricalfoundation.org
To learn about upcoming talks, please join our mailing list by sending an email to:
[email protected]
- published: 12 Apr 2024
- views: 665
1:00
Dr. Benjamin Rush
Dr. Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and statesman, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. He was appointed by President John Adams to be ...
Dr. Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and statesman, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. He was appointed by President John Adams to be Treasurer of the U.S. Mint.
Rush served as vice president of America’s first Bible society and was a leading advocate for use of the Bible in public schools. In a tract widely distributed in 1830, titled A Defence of the Use of the Bible in Schools, he wrote that he preferred the Bible as a schoolbook because “the Bible contains more knowledge necessary to man in his present state than any other book in the world.”
After his death in 1813, Benjamin Rush became known as the father of American medicine and one of the most notable men in America!
Sign up to receive The Book in your inbox daily at https://museumofthebible.org/thebook
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https://wn.com/Dr._Benjamin_Rush
Dr. Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and statesman, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. He was appointed by President John Adams to be Treasurer of the U.S. Mint.
Rush served as vice president of America’s first Bible society and was a leading advocate for use of the Bible in public schools. In a tract widely distributed in 1830, titled A Defence of the Use of the Bible in Schools, he wrote that he preferred the Bible as a schoolbook because “the Bible contains more knowledge necessary to man in his present state than any other book in the world.”
After his death in 1813, Benjamin Rush became known as the father of American medicine and one of the most notable men in America!
Sign up to receive The Book in your inbox daily at https://museumofthebible.org/thebook
Copyright © 2018 Museum of the Bible. All rights reserved.
- published: 03 Jul 2018
- views: 2136
19:34
Benjamin Rush and Inventing the Bucket: Citation Needed 6x06
In the season finale: Gary gets nauseous, Matt gets accused of being a minor royal, and Chris pulls a face. This time, we're back at the founding of America, ta...
In the season finale: Gary gets nauseous, Matt gets accused of being a minor royal, and Chris pulls a face. This time, we're back at the founding of America, talking about a man who helped, or perhaps hindered, a famous expedition...
BONUS MATERIAL: https://youtu.be/67adxXG34-k
FULL PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL96C35uN7xGIo2odDuuPeYtb7BtQ1kBhp
WEB SITE and MORE AUDIO EPISODES: http://techdif.co.uk
https://wn.com/Benjamin_Rush_And_Inventing_The_Bucket_Citation_Needed_6X06
In the season finale: Gary gets nauseous, Matt gets accused of being a minor royal, and Chris pulls a face. This time, we're back at the founding of America, talking about a man who helped, or perhaps hindered, a famous expedition...
BONUS MATERIAL: https://youtu.be/67adxXG34-k
FULL PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL96C35uN7xGIo2odDuuPeYtb7BtQ1kBhp
WEB SITE and MORE AUDIO EPISODES: http://techdif.co.uk
- published: 06 Jul 2017
- views: 966753
7:07
Dr. Benjamin Rush - The First Great American Physician | Medical History with Dr. Brown
In this week's historical deep dive with Dr. Brown we learn about the first, great American physician, Dr. Benjamin Rush. Although his work and legacy is often ...
In this week's historical deep dive with Dr. Brown we learn about the first, great American physician, Dr. Benjamin Rush. Although his work and legacy is often forgotten amidst the towering shadows of other historical American figures, his contributions to the landscape of medicine today are undeniable.
Standing strong in the face of the 1793 Yellow Fever, he cared for his ill patients regardless of their condition and even fought off the Fever TWICE himself.
His unrelenting pursuit of excellence and strong stance made him a formidable and domineering figure, but he stood by his beliefs to ensure the treatment of illness and advancement of medicine.
Join us as we examine some of the greatest historical moments and figures in the world of medicine.
Parke-Davis's Pictorial Annals of Medicine and Pharmacy
Stories by: George A. Bender
Paintings by: Rober A. Thom
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In this week's historical deep dive with Dr. Brown we learn about the first, great American physician, Dr. Benjamin Rush. Although his work and legacy is often forgotten amidst the towering shadows of other historical American figures, his contributions to the landscape of medicine today are undeniable.
Standing strong in the face of the 1793 Yellow Fever, he cared for his ill patients regardless of their condition and even fought off the Fever TWICE himself.
His unrelenting pursuit of excellence and strong stance made him a formidable and domineering figure, but he stood by his beliefs to ensure the treatment of illness and advancement of medicine.
Join us as we examine some of the greatest historical moments and figures in the world of medicine.
Parke-Davis's Pictorial Annals of Medicine and Pharmacy
Stories by: George A. Bender
Paintings by: Rober A. Thom
👍 Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, & subscribe.
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- published: 30 Oct 2021
- views: 439
12:53
One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling
One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling #Faith #God #School Learn more at WallBuilders.com
One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling #Faith #God #School Learn more at WallBuilders.com
https://wn.com/One_Room_Schoolhouse_Benjamin_Rush_And_God_Wallbuilders_Truth_America_Homeschool_Schooling
One Room Schoolhouse - Benjamin Rush and God #WallBuilders #Truth #America #Homeschool #Schooling #Faith #God #School Learn more at WallBuilders.com
- published: 06 May 2020
- views: 1965
8:28
Who was Dr. Benjamin Rush and Did He Kill George Washington
When George Washington died on December 14, 1799, some Americans immediately blamed the country’s most famous doctor, Dr. Benjamin Rush.
Dr. Benjamin Rush was ...
When George Washington died on December 14, 1799, some Americans immediately blamed the country’s most famous doctor, Dr. Benjamin Rush.
Dr. Benjamin Rush was not in the room when George Washington died his public support of a medical practice called bloodletting may have contributed indirectly to Washington's death. This practice consisted of draining a patient's blood in an effort to rebalance the body and combat disease.
Dr. Benjamin Rush stumbled into the practice while treating patients during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He came to believe that draining massive amounts of blood could cure the most aggressive diseases. Many Americans embraced Dr. Rush’s miracle cure, even though most doctors thought he was crazy. The medical community criticized Dr. Rush and forced him to resign from the College of Physicians. Dr. Rush was also blasted in the media, especially by a journalist named William Cobbett.
During the final hours of George Washington’s life, Washington attempted to combat a sever throat infection with bloodletting. His medical team ordered the removal of over 80 ounces of blood, roughly 40% of his total blood volume. This massive amount of blood loss could have contributed to, or even caused, Washington’s death.
While Benjamin Rush’s public support of bloodletting may have contributed indirectly to George Washington’s death, we do not believe Dr. Rush can be held responsible for his death. Dr. Rush was an accomplished physician and dedicated civic leader.
The content in this video was drawn from multiple sources but principally from a publication entitled “Benjamin Rush, MD: assassin or beloved healer?” by Robert L. North, M.D., and another titled “December 14, 1799: The excruciating final hours of President George Washington” by Dr. Howard Markel.
Most images are taken from the free website https://commons.wikimedia.org/.
#BenjaminRush
#GeorgeWashington
#WilliamCobbett
#Bloodletting
#YellowFever
#ColonialPhiladelphia
#DeathofGeorgeWashington
#CAG
#PH
https://wn.com/Who_Was_Dr._Benjamin_Rush_And_Did_He_Kill_George_Washington
When George Washington died on December 14, 1799, some Americans immediately blamed the country’s most famous doctor, Dr. Benjamin Rush.
Dr. Benjamin Rush was not in the room when George Washington died his public support of a medical practice called bloodletting may have contributed indirectly to Washington's death. This practice consisted of draining a patient's blood in an effort to rebalance the body and combat disease.
Dr. Benjamin Rush stumbled into the practice while treating patients during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He came to believe that draining massive amounts of blood could cure the most aggressive diseases. Many Americans embraced Dr. Rush’s miracle cure, even though most doctors thought he was crazy. The medical community criticized Dr. Rush and forced him to resign from the College of Physicians. Dr. Rush was also blasted in the media, especially by a journalist named William Cobbett.
During the final hours of George Washington’s life, Washington attempted to combat a sever throat infection with bloodletting. His medical team ordered the removal of over 80 ounces of blood, roughly 40% of his total blood volume. This massive amount of blood loss could have contributed to, or even caused, Washington’s death.
While Benjamin Rush’s public support of bloodletting may have contributed indirectly to George Washington’s death, we do not believe Dr. Rush can be held responsible for his death. Dr. Rush was an accomplished physician and dedicated civic leader.
The content in this video was drawn from multiple sources but principally from a publication entitled “Benjamin Rush, MD: assassin or beloved healer?” by Robert L. North, M.D., and another titled “December 14, 1799: The excruciating final hours of President George Washington” by Dr. Howard Markel.
Most images are taken from the free website https://commons.wikimedia.org/.
#BenjaminRush
#GeorgeWashington
#WilliamCobbett
#Bloodletting
#YellowFever
#ColonialPhiladelphia
#DeathofGeorgeWashington
#CAG
#PH
- published: 15 Feb 2022
- views: 558