7. Memorial Day
Having lost so many of his friends in Vietnam, Memorial Day carries a special meaning for him. In this presentation, he tells you why!
8. The Torah, The Bible, The Koran
You will wonder why there is such hatred in the world after Tom explains how similar each religion is and how they share the basic tenets of faith.
9. America's Greatest Challenge
What are the real challenges facing our great nation and what role can we play in addressing them?
10. True Grit
Tom set out on a journey to discover what made this country so great. The audience will be amazed when they find out what role the American cowboy played.
11. Veteran's Day
Why this day is confused with Memorial Day and how by doing so we dishonor those who gave their very lives for our freedom.
12. Labor Day
The history of the labor movement in our country and the role unions played then and now.
13. Global Warming, Truth or Hoax?
We have heard so many conflicting stories. Tom gets to the bottom of this and what he found out will surprise you!
14. Serendipity
Some of us would call this phenomenon blind luck or happenstance. But did you know it is rooted in science?
15. Independence Day
Our Founding Fathers believed that man, if left to his own accord, would be ruled by the stronger members of society. What did they do to prevent it?
16. God Bless America
What role did religion play in the founding of our nation and does it still play a role today? You will definitely be surprised!
17. International Day of Peace
Started by the United Nations in 1981, September 21st is a celebration of peace throughout the world. How is that going? Tom will tell you all about it.
18. Pearl Harbor
December 7, 1941, "A day that will live in infamy". Has it lived in infamy? Tom tells you why it has not.
19. The Consequence of War
War is an organized and often prolonged conflict characterized by extreme violence, social disruption and economic destruction. What is the real cost of war?
20. Political Correctness
We tend to think that political correctness began with the Obama administration, but would you believe it started 54 years ago in China? Learn about the "Red Book"
and how it has become a part of our Western Culture.
21. The Islamization of America
Our biggest enemy is not Russia, China, North Korea or Iran. Our biggest enemy is complacency regarding radical Islam.
22. September 11th-Patriot Day
Patriot Day is not a Federal Holiday, although some people believe it should be a national day of prayer and reflection.
23. Honest Abe
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. Why is there such an interest in him all of a sudden, i.e. movies, books, and plays?
24. The Peshtigo Fire
Why do people remember the Great Chicago Fire that killed 250 people, but no one seems to know anything about a fire that occurred in Wisconsin on the very same
day that killed 2400 people? Tom will share the story.
25. The Disappearing Middle Class in America
Already the richest country in the world, the United States reached its highest cumulative wealth in 2013 and has spiraled down ever since. Why?
26. Armed Forces Day
Often confused with Veterans Day, Armed Forces Day is a day set aside to honor all those currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States.
How and why was this day set aside. Tom will tell you about its history and the current state of readiness in our military.
27. The Coming Pole Shift
In 2005 a Caltech Astronomer discovered a new planet beyond Neptune and nicknamed it "Planet X" It was identified 6000 years before that by the
Sumerians and called "Nibiru". It will have a dynamic affect on planet Earth in the future and our magnetic field has already begun to change.
Tom Callaghan is a dynamic speaker and historian. His thought provoking presentations on such subjects as "Honor, Respect, and Courage"; "God Bless America"; and "Titanic's Hidden Message for America", motivate his listeners to re-think some of their life long beliefs and challenges them to participate in life and not just observe. Take time to review the list of Tom's presentations shown below.
1. Living and Working in Saudi Arabia
Tom lived and worked in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and shares his experience building the King Faisal Specialist Hospital in this secretive kingdom.
2. History and Building of the Panama Canal
Having cruised through the canal, Tom, as a builder, was fascinated with the engineering and environment of this project. After much research, he tells his audience all about
what he found out.
3. The Edmund Fitzgerald
In 1975 the ore ship sank in Lake Superior. Tom knew some of the men aboard who perished in this horrible tragedy. You will find his presentation spellbinding.
4. Titanic "A Hidden Message for America"
Did you realize that the tragedy of the Titanic has a correlation to what is happening in America today?
5. Courage, Honor, and Respect
Serving in Vietnam, Tom saw many inspiring acts of battlefield courage. What can we learn from these men and how can we apply it today?
6. Ireland "The Emerald Isle"
Tom's visit to Ireland was to explore his Irish ancestry. He found out some very interesting facts about his family and will share them with you in this
presentation.