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Contact: Alan Amelinckx, 413-482-1051
Springfield Armory NHS News ReleaseJanuary 17, 2025
For Immediate Release
For Immediate Release
Author Talk: Shays’ Rebellion
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Join author and historian Daniel Bullen for a deeper look into his book, Daniel Shays’s Honorable Rebellion, on January 25th at 1:00pm. Come experience this free presentation as we explore one of the defining moments in early American history.
Shays’ Rebellion was a series of demonstrations and uprisings in 1786 and 1787, mostly in Western Massachusetts, in response to the state government’s tax policies. Men who agreed with Shays made their way towards what is today Springfield Armory National Historic Site, known at the time as Springfield Arsenal. They intended to seize the weapons stored at the Arsenal and make their way to the state capitol. In the decisive event of the conflict, privately hired militia forces dispersed Shays’ “Regulators” at the Arsenal, effectively ending the rebellion. Historians widely agree that Shays’ Rebellion was one of the inciting incidents leading to the Constitutional Convention and the modern system of American government.
Mr. Bullen’s presentation will offer facts and perspectives on the rebellion that may be new to many visitors. Springfield Armory National Historic Site is excited to host this event and increase awareness of this critically important moment in Springfield’s and the nation’s history.
Seating for the program is limited. Please call 413-734-8551 to reserve your seat.
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ABOUT THE PARK: Springfield Armory National Historic Site is the location of the nation’s first armory (1794 – 1968) and was established by George Washington. The site includes historic grounds, buildings, and the world’s largest historic American military firearms collection. For updates and further information call (413) 734-8551, check the website at www.nps.gov/spar or go to www.facebook.com/sparnhs.
Last updated: January 17, 2025