dr. robson was the alumni distinguished profession -- profession -- professor of history. tommy at this church today manyded his classes -- how active this church today attended his classes over the years? that is wonderful. was fortunate to have attended many of his lectures. i was always amazed. hundreds would fill the auditorium to overflowing with students from every department including athletes, scientists, architects -- all spellbound in the way dr. robertson made history, live. in my opinion, if there were more teachers like the dr. robertson and the school system, we would not question why students do not understand or care about american history. [laughter] today, dr. robson serves as a key member of the commission that was established to plan and commemorate the 150th anniversary of virginia and the civil war. under his leadership, the commission has been successful beyond all imagination. i am honored to present dr. james robertson,j jr. [applause] >> thank you. thank you very much. myould say david was one of toughest students and i do remember. player that il