The American Revolution’s End and an Empire’s Beginning

Could the American Revolution have been both a fight for human liberty—and for empire and dominance?

Explore the strange duality of the Revolutionary War with historian Lawrence Hatter. Meet the Revolutionary War generation who won huge victories for universal human rights, yet who conquered other humans for territory and treasure. Discover the Battle of Fallen Timbers, where the U.S.’s victory over a Native confederacy led to its ongoing invasion of Indian Country.

As the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence approaches, how can we celebrate the Founders’ achievements while reconciling with this dissonant past?

LOCATION: 819 SW 152nd St. Burien, WA 98166

WHEN: April 24th, 1-2pm