From Battleground to Empire State: New York and the Legacy of the War of 1812
Remembering the War of 1812 is part of the Talking About History Series, presented by King Manor Museum in conjunction with York College, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, and the New York Council on the Arts. Alfred Ronzoni is the guest speaker.
Event details
When
Apr 23, 2012
from 06:15 PM to 08:00 PM
from 06:15 PM to 08:00 PM
Where
Academic Core, 3D01
Contact Name
Contact Phone
718-262-2645
Attendees
York College faculty, students, staff. Members of the community. Guests of King Manor Museum.
This lecture will explore the legacy of the War of 1812 in the creation of New York as the "Empire State." The War of 1812 has been referred to as America's "forgotten war." But it was, in fact, the pivotal event in establishing the young United States as an independent nation here to stay. Victories at the battles of Plattsburgh, Lake Erie, Baltimore and New Orleans gave Americans a new sense of confidence, pride, and patriotism.
