Preservation Virginia on Bacon’s Rebellion and America’s 250th: Connections or contradictions?
Preservation Virginia is marking the 350th anniversary of Bacon’s Rebellion, when Nathaniel Bacon and his followers burned the state's colonial capital. The event explores historical connections and contradictions between the rebellion and America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The commemoration focuses on the significance of these milestones in American history.
This weekend marks the 350th anniversary of Nathaniel Bacon and his followers burning Virginia's Colonial capital.
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