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1776 Lecture Series

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In 1776, thirteen of the two dozen British colonies in the Americas revolted against the British Empire and formed a new and independent nation. This year marks the 250th anniversary of American Independence. The Program in British, Irish and Empire Studies will devote an entire lecture series this year to that monumental event. We will explore the causes and consequences of that Revolution, the experiences of people who fought for and against it, the impact of the Revolution on the broader Empire, and the legacy of that Revolution. Please join us throughout the spring and the fall as we explore this pivot point in global history. These lectures are open to all members of the university community and to anyone beyond the university who wants to learn more about 1776. We will start on February 13th at 2pm!