The 150th commemoration of the US Civil War offers an opportunity to explore key turning
points in 19th century America. Vibrant new perspectives stimulate clashes over its competing legacies.
This free, public talk will reassess not only those landmark events, but also the ‘hotly contested’ significance of 1863, offering contemporary insights into the war’s enduring
significance.
Part of the University of Sussex public lecture series. Click here to book.
Speaker is Professor Catherine Clinton, Queen’s University Belfast
Location: Chowen lecture theatre, BSMS
Email: events@sussex.ac.uk
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