AMERICAN REVOLUTION ROUND TABLE of RICHMOND


During the revolution, officers – from ensigns to generals – were a fluid group, constantly coming and going.  William M. Ferrarro will be our March 15 speaker.  Bill, the Managing Editor of the Washington Papers at the University of Virginia, will tell the story in his presentation “Officer Resignations in the Continental Army: General Washington’s Constant Headache.”  The usual reminder will follow in March.  In the meantime, please remember to reenlist.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9SzsTHS3bC1cVpkU2Z2MDhNeEU/view  Thanks.

There’s still time to register for the premier American Revolution Conference at http://americashistoryllc.com/2016/5th-annual-conference-of-the-american-revolution-2-2/  You’ll have a great time, learn much Revolutionary War material, and support our business sponsor.  This will be the Venters’ sixth conference.  They have sold out in the past.


Here’s a quick listing of other news and coming events.  Thanks to all who sent along items.

The Society of Cincinnati calendar, with a number of revolutionary lectures - http://societyofthecincinnati.org/events/public

Here’s a presentation on the revolutionary battle of Petersburg at the Petersburg National Battlefield - https://www.nps.gov/pete/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?event=62A1C87B-1DD8-B71B-0B83F2520273DA4C

For the revolutionary model maker, a diorama article - http://www.dailyprogress.com/lifestyles/artistry-and-history-locals-build-out-dioramas-to-illustrate-revolutionary/article_a865e224-e04a-11e6-8d59-3397c7b01229.html

Washington’s new old house goes up on the Rappahannock - http://www.fredericksburg.com/news/local/washington-house-replica-rises-on-riverbank/article_fcd11750-6d2c-5b05-af56-466ba9536bd4.html

Glenn Williams’ Dunmore’s War will soon be released.  What a great cover! - https://smile.amazon.com/Dunmores-War-Conflict-Americas-Colonial/dp/1594161666/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1487358258&sr=1-1&keywords=dunmore%27s+war

So will John Maass’ George Washington’s Virginia - https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1467119784/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_img?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2AWDD9J8J33EV&coliid=I2Y29I8HLVCT5L

Here’s information about exciting new archaeological finds at Gloucester Point - http://www.fairfieldfoundation.org/the-thrill-of-discovery-at-gloucester-point/ and http://www.dailypress.com/features/history/dp-nws-gloucester-dig-update-20170120-story.html

Benedict Arnold the Hero? - http://benedictarnoldherobetrayed.com/

I’m a little late on this one, but you may eventually find it on the VHS site.  Thanks, Paulette Schwarting -  

We just learned that Pulitzer Prize winning historian Edward J. Larson (who is teaching a course at the University of Richmond this semester) will participate in our screening of Liberty & Slavery: The Paradox of Americas Founding Fathers  on Thursday, February 16, as part of our Created Equal Film Series. Ed appeared in the film and wrote “The Return of George Washington: Uniting the States, 1783-1789.” We’re excited to have him speak as part of the program.



Edward Larson will also be presenting two lectures are the University of Richmond - http://history.richmond.edu/major-minor/lectures.html

Check the Virginia Historical Society at Facebook to see our own Karen Chase appear in their new video.  Karen first appears around 1:13 and again later.  She’s a star!

And, on a sad note, the Father of Historical Archaeology, Ivor Noel Hume, recently died.  Here’s his listing - http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/vagazette/obituary.aspx?pid=184065883  While certainly no archaeologist, I’ve enjoyed many of his books and had the pleasure of meeting him on one occasion.  This man certainly made major contributions to our period of interest.

Finally, although not revolutionary, this is Richmond weekend on C-SPAN 2 and 3.  Check the schedule for some familiar topics - https://www.c-span.org/schedule/?channel=2

I have been asked why I don’t use embedded links in these note, but rather use the entire web address.  There are two reasons.  Some folks are reluctant to click on a link where they can’t see the actual address.  I understand.  Secondly, as I understand it, the Library of Virginia History List Serv, which also receives this note, disables such links to keep the list safe.  Again – fine.

See you on March 15.  All are welcome.  Thanks.

Bill


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