Captain Daniel Shays & America's First Nonviolent Protest
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Special Event
On January 25, 1787, Daniel Shays marched 1200 farmers and veterans into Springfield to try to resolve a dispute over the government's unjust taxes. Join author Dan Bullen as he discusses this historic event which ultimately led to the drafting of the Bill of Rights and the Constitution.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Schedule
Date:
Mar 9, 2019
Time:
2:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour and 30 minutes
On January 25, 1787, Daniel Shays marched 1200 farmers and veterans into Springfield to try to resolve a dispute over the government's unjust taxes. Join author Dan Bullen as he discusses this historic event which ultimately led to the drafting of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Contact Information
Susan Ashman
413-271-3977
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