Special Event

Event

Civil War Book Group: American Slavery, American Freedom by Edmund Morgan

Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 38.306053, -77.460648


Meet at Fredericksburg Branch of Central Rappahannock Regional Library (1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401)

Dates & Times

Date:

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Time:

6:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Partner Program

Thursday, October 5, 2023, 6 pm-7 pm


Description

Welcome to the Civil War Book Group!

After years of conflict over the institution of slavery, the Civil War would be the turning point that set the course of the United States into the 20th century and beyond. Join us on the first Thursday of each month as we explore the meaning of the Civil War and how the past has shaped who we are today through a diverse selection of narratives, novels, and histories. In partnership with the Central Rappahannock Regional Library. 

For November: 

American Slavery, American Freedom by Edmund Morgan
6 pm-7 pm
Meet at Fredericksburg Library Branch (1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg)

How did Americans who advocated freedom rationalize slavery? Historian Edmund Morgan’s seminal 1975 text covers Virginia’s early history and explores how democratic ideals developed alongside racism and slavery. Joining us at this meeting will be staff from George Washington Birthplace National Monument.

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Contact Information

Mary O'Neill

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