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A Quarter Millennium of American History

A Retrospective

2026-05-21 18:30:00 2026-05-21 19:30:00 America/New_York A Quarter Millennium of American History Hampton Park Library -

Thursday, May 21
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-21 18:30:00 2026-05-21 19:30:00 America/New_York A Quarter Millennium of American History Hampton Park Library -

In honor of the America 250 celebration, join us for a scholarly retrospective featuring three experts from the University of North Georgia. This one-hour program offers a multi-faceted look at the ideas and events that shaped our nation, from its chaotic birth to its current role on the global stage.

Our Featured Presenters:

  • Patrick Hightower, Senior Lecturer: “The Revolution will not be Televised: Reflections on the War for Independence versus the American Revolution.”
  • Erin Bush, Associate Professor: “Mothers of All Citizens: Women’s Rights over Time.”
  • Christopher Jespersen, Professor: “America and the World: U.S. Foreign Policy at 250.”

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TAGS: | Guest Lecture | Education |

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