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Charter Day 2026: Ken Burns

At William & Mary’s 2026 Charter Day, acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns reflects on the power of authentic history, shared memory and the responsibility we all carry to shape the future.

By Staff
Published February 12, 2026
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