From Jail to the Supreme Court: The Career and Citizenship of Fred Vinson

Exploring History

Jun 25 2024 • 21 mins

Fred Vinson's life went from being born in a jailer's house in Eastern Kentucky to serving as chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He was a key player in American government during and after World War II. In this podcast, Ray Notgrass tells Vinson's life story and shows how it encourages all of us to take part in the great story of America.

Read the episode transcript, see photos, and find links to more resources about Fred Vinson and the Supreme Court:
https://shop.notgrass.com/blog/exploring-history-podcast-9/from-jail-to-the-supreme-court-the-career-and-citizenship-of-fred-m-vinson-275


Homeschool curriculum and resources for all ages: https://notgrass.com/

Supplemental videos, field trips, and other resources: https://homeschoolhistory.com/

Encouragement for homeschool moms: https://charlenenotgrass.com/

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