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Virginia in 1776 – Rappahannock Institute for Lifelong Learning | June 3, 10, 17 - 10:00 a.m. - Noon

On the eve of the 250th anniversary of American Independence, this course examines Virginia in the year 1776. Incorporating primary documents and images, the course looks at the pivotal roles Richard Henry Lee, George Mason, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and others played in Virginia and nationally as the Revolution entered its second year. Highlights include the Second Continental Congress and Jefferson's writing of the Declaration of Independence and the Fifth Virginia Convention and Mason's work to create the Declaration of Rights and state constitution.

Offered in partnership with Rappahannock Community College's Rappahannock Institute for Lifelong Learning program (RILL). Instructor: Robert Teagle, HCC&M Executive Director.