<snip> History can be made entertaining but such efforts are not always accurate; the problem is that people believe what they see on the screen is the truth. > Henry Wiencek > Charlottesville _____As witness even things that occur in our own times, such as the movie about the JFK assassination "conspiracy". It is much more difficult for viewers un-read in history to distinguish truth from fiction in much earlier times as witness the recent TV "historical-drama" about Benedict Arnold and its mis-portrayal of the important American historical figures involved. How can those who feel that a more accurate understanding of our heritage is essential to the future well-being of our republic combat this? John Shroeder To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html