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"The Fisherman’s Cause: Atlantic Commerce and Maritime Dimensions of the American Revolution" Lecture

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Special Event
  • May 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
  • Free

As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, join us for Conflict & Community: Salem, Essex County, and the American Revolution — a dynamic series of programs exploring the American Revolution — its many perspectives, lived experiences, and lasting legacies. This series brings together a range of voices and experts to examine the Revolution from multiple angles. Programs will take a variety of formats including lectures, panel discussions, living history presentations, and more.

Christopher Magra, Professor of History at the University of Tennessee, will present "The Fisherman’s Cause: Atlantic Commerce and Maritime Dimensions of the American Revolution." This lecture, based on his 2007 book by the same name, will explore the maritime roots of the Revolution.

 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Salem Armory NPS Visitor Center (2 New Liberty Street, Salem MA)

Latitude and Longitude 42.522549, -70.891954

Schedule

Date:

May 21, 2026

Time:

6:30 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Event Type

  • Partner Program
  • Talk
Tags: freedom 250, american revolution