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Course Description

American Revolution: Selected Readings | Explore the ideas behind the American Revolution in the words of the men and women who lived it, from Patrick Henrys incendiary speech of 1775 to George Washingtons Farewell Address in 1796. We will read and discuss writings from, among others, Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, and Abigail and John Adams, and Phillis Wheatley. We will inquire into the foundations of freedom, liberty, and democracy in order to build a more perfect union.

Learner Outcomes

Explore the ideas behind the American Revolution in the words of the men and women who lived it; Discuss selected writings of influential Revolutionary War writers; Inquire into the foundations of freedom, liberty, and democracy to build a more perfect union; Participate in guided discussions on influential documents that shaped the American Revolution.  
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Section Title
Arnold | American Revolution
Section Schedule
Apr 06, 2026 to Jun 01, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
10:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Apr 06, 2026 to May 18, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
10:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jun 01, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
16.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 05, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 05, 2026
Instructors
  • Cynthia Barry

Section Notes

Arnold Senior Center | American Revolution | No class on May 25 | Explore the ideas behind the American Revolution in the words of the men and women who lived it, from Patrick Henrys incendiary speech of 1775 to George Washingtons Farewell Address in 1796. We will read and discuss writings from, among others, Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Abigail and John Adams, and Phillis Wheatley. We will inquire into the foundations of freedom, liberty, and democracy in order to build a more perfect union.
Section Title
Severn | American Revolution
Type
In Person
Days
T
Time
10:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Apr 07, 2026 to Jun 09, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
20.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Instructors
  • Cynthia Barry

Section Notes

Severn Senior Center | American Revolution | Explore the ideas behind the American Revolution in the words of the men and women who lived it, from Patrick Henrys incendiary speech of 1775 to George Washingtons Farewell Address in 1796. We will read and discuss writings from, among others, Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Abigail and John Adams, and Phillis Wheatley. We will inquire into the foundations of freedom, liberty, and democracy in order to build a more perfect union.
Section Title
Annapolis | American Revolution
Type
In Person
Days
Th
Time
10:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 09, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
20.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026
Instructors
  • Cynthia Barry

Section Notes

Annapolis Senior Center | American Revolution | Explore the ideas behind the American Revolution in the words of the men and women who lived it, from Patrick Henrys incendiary speech of 1775 to George Washingtons Farewell Address in 1796. We will read and discuss writings from, among others, Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Abigail and John Adams, and Phillis Wheatley. We will inquire into the foundations of freedom, liberty, and democracy in order to build a more perfect union.
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