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Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL
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A Heroic But Doomed Defense: The Battle of New London, Sept. 6, 1781
Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CTHistorian Matthew Reardon will present a military study of Benedict Arnold's raid on New London CT, presenting a balanced reinterpretation of the battle while dismantling its myths. Copies of his […]
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An 18th Century Lady’s Discourse on Plain Sewing & Fashion
Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL -
The Common Defense: The Birth of America’s Defense Forces
Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VAPresented by Jeff Joyce, Culpeper National Cemetery. In celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, discover how the Continental Army, Navy, and Marines were established in 1775 as war […]
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American Revolution 250th Anniversary Celebration
Butte County Library, Oroville Branch 1820 Mitchell Ave, Oroville, CA, United StatesThe Butte County Library, Oroville Branch will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with an engaging program that brings history to life. Explore an interactive display, enjoy a presentation on the Revolution’s enduring legacy, and watch selected segments from Ken Burns’ The American Revolution documentary series.
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Amarillo Public Library, Panhandle PBS and Texas Panhandle Lineage Societies Happy Birthday Party celebrating America 250!
Amarillo Public Library 413 SE 4th St, Amarillo, TXAmarillo Public Library, Panhandle PBS, and Texas Panhandle Legacy Societies will host this "Happy Birthday" party in celebration of America 250! Colonial style clothing, birthday cake, and THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION […]
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Book Discussion and Zoom with Author: My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray
Spencer Public Library 21 E 3rd St, Spencer, IAJoin us as we discuss and Zoom with the author of the historical fiction book, My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton by Stephanie Dray.
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Voices of 1776: The Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding
Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PAJoin Valerie Gugala to explore the untold stories of women, African Americans, Native peoples, and immigrants whose contributions shaped the Revolution. Discover the hidden figures whose courage and labor were […]
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Deborah Sampson and Anna Maria Lane, Women Soldiers of the Revolution
Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VAPresented by Vicki Ritenour Dehlbom, Honorary Regent, Washington-Lewis Chapter, NSDAR. Two women, one from Massachusetts and another from Virginia, became soldiers in the fight for freedom. Both hid their true […]
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Why the British Lost the War for American Independence
Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VAPresented by Dr. Porter Blakemore, University of Mary Washington. This talk will answer the following question: How was the most powerful 18th Century Atlantic maritime power beaten by a group […]
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A Rather Brilliant View: Revolutionary Experiences at Chatham
Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VAPresented by Peter Maugle and Ryan Quint, National Park Services. How did the revolution impact those at Chatham? Its owner, William Fitzhugh, served as a legislator and commissioner, but did […]
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Fashions of the Colonial Period
Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CTFashion historian Ren Antonowicz (Spirits of Fashion) will take us on a journey through the clothing trends and cultural influences of the 17th & 18th centuries, showcasing how style was […]