The story behind History Had Eyes is more than a historical investigation.

It is a case study in archival research, intelligence history, political decision-making, historical methodology, and the challenge of questioning long-accepted narratives. Through this Guest Lecture program, author and researcher Ben Everidge offers presentations to universities, colleges, museums, historical societies, libraries, civic organizations, and professional conferences interested in exploring one of the twentieth century's most intriguing historical mysteries.

Drawing on years of research that began with a family story passed down by his great-uncle Martin Van Buren Hutson, Ben shares how documents from the U.S. National Archives, Library of Congress, presidential libraries, military records, and other historical collections shaped the investigation presented in Rescuing Nicholas and now expanded through The Hutson Project documentary series.

Each lecture is tailored to the audience and may examine subjects such as historical research techniques, evaluating primary sources, presidential decision-making during World War I, the American Expeditionary Force in Siberia, intelligence operations, diplomacy, and the continuing debate surrounding the fate of the Romanov family. Presentations encourage thoughtful discussion, careful examination of evidence, and respectful engagement with competing historical interpretations.

Whether speaking to students, faculty, researchers, or the general public, the goal is not simply to present conclusions, but to demonstrate how historical investigations evolve and why asking better questions often leads to better scholarship.

Guest Lecture Highlights

• Presentations by author and researcher Ben Everidge

• Customized lectures for universities, museums, and historical organizations

• Topics spanning political science, history, intelligence, diplomacy, and archival research

• Interactive discussion and audience Q&A

• Available for keynote presentations, classroom lectures, conferences, and special academic events

Contact Ben Everidge for more info.