History Killers
James M. MasnovHistory, music, and social commentary.
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Celebrating America's 250th in the Nation's Capitol with Illuminations in the Sky
Beginning at 11:59 PM on July 4th, 2026, an enormous fireworks show was displayed over Washington, DC.
While taking a momentary and much-needed break from my current doctoral work, my wife and I watched the festivities (which simultaneousl...
The United States of America at 250
On this 250th anniversary of the American founding and the Declaration of Independence, it seems appropriate to offer some discussion about that historical moment, and to contextualize it with the broader history of the United States. This...
Doctoral Diaries: Enduring the Comprehensive Exams
Two years into a five year doctoral program for history, one of the most significant milestones has been conquered: the Comprehensive Exams (also known in the field as the general examination).
For those interested in how this level of doc...
Experience Masonic Block with free music delivered to you every month...
As a subcriber to History Killers, dear reader, you know that along with historical content and social commentary, you also receive the occasional serving of original music by the band Masonic Block. Now, Masonic Block will be bringing thei...
Doctoral Diaries
[James M. Masnov is a Columbian Distinguished Fellow at George Washington University’s History Department in Washington, DC. He has been a scholar at the Institute for Constitutional Studies and a contributor at Pure Insights, the Brownston...
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James M. Masnov is a writer, musician, and historian who has authored several books, numerous articles, scores of songs, and countless lectures. He is the founder of History Killers, Masonic Block, and the History is Human Journal.
James M. Masnov is an intellectual historian and author of two books. He speaks to academic and public audiences and makes regular media appearances, including on nationally-syndicated radio and prominent news and commentary podcasts.
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