Being an American: The Legacy of the Revolution - Lecture 25

Explore the legacy and ongoing impact of the American Revolution in this 41-minute lecture from Yale University. Examine when a revolution can be considered complete, focusing on the role of societal acceptance in establishing new political regimes. Discover how the American citizenry shaped the Revolution's trajectory and how evolving popular memory influences its meaning. Learn about the Founding Fathers' perspectives on revering the Revolution and their encouragement for future generations to continue improving America's governmental experiment. Gain insights into the Revolution's ultimate lesson - that America's political process was intended to be ongoing and that citizens' opinions and actions remain crucial. Delve into topics such as revolutionary principles, public opinion shifts, eyewitness accounts, and the Founders' reflections on reconstructing and remembering this pivotal period in American history.

- Chapter 1. Introduction: The End of the Revolution
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- Chapter 2. Change and Acceptance of Revolutionary Principles between the 1770s and 1790s
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- Chapter 3. Gauging Change in Public Opinion and Acceptance of New Governance: Eyewitness Accounts
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- Chapter 4. Reconstructing and Remembering the American Revolution: The Founders' Reflections
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- Chapter 5. Revolution Runs in the People: A Conclusion
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