Presented by the hit podcast American History Tellers, this work unveils the behind-the-scenes stories of dramatic events in American history, all set within the iconic White House. For over two centuries, this residence has been the backdrop for fierce power struggles, pivotal decisions, scandals, and intimate moments among First Families and their staff. In the engaging style of the American History Tellers podcast, readers are placed in the shoes of historical figures—from influential leaders to everyday Americans—who experienced events that shaped the nation. You will witness Andrew Jackson’s tumultuous 1829 inauguration, where a mob overran the White House, and learn about Woodrow Wilson’s stroke, which led his wife Edith to assume the role of shadow president. The narrative also covers President-elect Abraham Lincoln’s secretive journey to Washington to evade an assassination plot before the Civil War, Winston Churchill’s wartime stay, where he and FDR strategized against Germany, and Barack Obama’s critical decision to authorize the Navy SEAL raid that killed Osama bin Laden. Blending social, political, and cultural history, this account invites readers to explore the extraordinary people and events that have defined America, all within the halls of the Executive Mansion.
