LECTURE AND Q&A The Boston Massacre and the American Revolution: A Family Story

Serena Zabin, PhD, Carleton College

 

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4 pm, Thursday, March 5 @ 5th Floor, Wimberly Library

On this day in History, British soldiers shot five local men to death. Discover how the Boston Massacre arose from conflicts that were as personal as they were political, and how the tragedy fueled what quickly became the American Revolution. Dr. Serena Zabin is a celebrated historian and acclaimed teacher with a prize-winning book. Presented by the Department of History and Florida Atlantic Libraries. Made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Florida. Reception and book signing to follow! Stay a little longer and immerse yourself in the exhibition, American Revolution: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. from the Marvin & Sybil Weiner Spirit of America Collection!

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