The Long Goodbye: The American Revolution in Britain with Richard Bell
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The Long Goodbye: The American Revolution in Britain with Richard Bell

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Experience the drama, division, and passion of American Revolution from two different perspectives, the colonial people fighting for independence and the British Parliament struggling to maintain its borders. This conversation, led by an American Revolutionary historian, delves into the British side of the American Revolution.
Seen through American eyes, July 4, 1776 marks a triumphant moment: the birth of a bold new nation committed to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Through British eyes, the American Revolution looked quite different. To the King, of course, the war for independence was an affront, the disproportional response of an ungrateful colonial rabble to all that he and the British Empire had done for them. To leaders in Parliament and the generals in the field, the loss of the colonies was a humiliating defeat that cost them their jobs and permanently crippled their careers.
But beyond Parliament and the palace, British responses to the war were anything but monolithic. The country was bitterly divided as to what the war was about, how to win it, and whether it was worth it. Ordinary Britons vigorously debated every new twist and turn in the unfolding drama. Some grew angry at the toll that the endless years of fighting took on their own lives and livelihoods. Others objected to the war on the basis of conscience, urging reconciliation and peace every chance they got.
Led by an expert on American Revolutionary history, Dr. Richard Bell, this interactive seminar will explore the birth of the United States as seen from the other side of the Atlantic. Designed to inform curiosity as well as future travels, participants will come away with an increased appreciation for the ways in which the American Revolution was a defining moment for the future of the British Empire.

This conversation is suitable for all ages.

90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.

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B.G. (Briarcliff Manor, US)
Another excellent lecture from Dr. Bell

Finding Dr. Bell's lectures has been one of the highlights of my last few years. I always learn so much about topics I had never even thought about. Always a treat

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Karen Thompson (Pacifica, US)
Always Excellent!

I’ve never taken a class from Professsor Bell that I did not thoroughly enjoy. He communicates the subject manner in an entertaining and thought-provoking style that leaves me looking forward to his next offering!

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S.S. (Oxford, US)
The Long Goodbye

Dr. Bell talked about a time ofBritish/American history that I knew very little about - the feelings of Great Britain pre,during , and after he American Revolution. This conversation was the best - but every one of his talks are intensely interesting to me!

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Katy

Wonderful and varied topics

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Barbara

This speaker is engaging, informative, focused and persuasive. The material was well-organized and presented well. Good job.

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B.G. (Briarcliff Manor, US)
Another excellent lecture from Dr. Bell

Finding Dr. Bell's lectures has been one of the highlights of my last few years. I always learn so much about topics I had never even thought about. Always a treat

K
Karen Thompson (Pacifica, US)
Always Excellent!

I’ve never taken a class from Professsor Bell that I did not thoroughly enjoy. He communicates the subject manner in an entertaining and thought-provoking style that leaves me looking forward to his next offering!

S
S.S. (Oxford, US)
The Long Goodbye

Dr. Bell talked about a time ofBritish/American history that I knew very little about - the feelings of Great Britain pre,during , and after he American Revolution. This conversation was the best - but every one of his talks are intensely interesting to me!

K
Katy

Wonderful and varied topics

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Barbara

This speaker is engaging, informative, focused and persuasive. The material was well-organized and presented well. Good job.

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