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Revolution Echoes Civil War on the Border | Kansas City News
This year’s Civil War on the Border series at the Watkins Museum of History adds a bold twist: it’s also an American Revolution deep dive, exploring how 1776 shaped the Civil War 80 years later. With top historians and online talks from Aug 20–23, it’s a fresh look at history’s echoes. Meanwhile, on Aug 22, Donna Rae Pearson traces Kansas’ roots in freedom through “The Taste of Freedom,” revealing how African Americans celebrated emancipation long before Juneteenth became national. A must-listen for anyone curious about how past struggles fuel today’s understanding of liberty. Listen in…
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