Andrew Lawler returns with his latest captivating presentation! Join the acclaimed author and journalist as he brings history to life with his unique storytelling style. While the American Revolution is often defined by the battles at Lexington and Concord, critical events in the South have long been overlooked. In this lecture, presented with PowerPoint, Lawler uncovers a forgotten chapter—when white patriots clashed with armed African Americans in Virginia, both fighting for liberty. This conflict, in Britain’s largest and wealthiest North American colony, played a pivotal role in the push for independence and left one of America’s largest cities in ruins. Don’t miss this eye-opening exploration of how this overlooked struggle shaped debates on guns, race, and immigration in America. Lawler's latest book, A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis That Spurred the American Revolution will be available for purchase and signing following the presentation.

Andrew Lawler is a journalist and author of four acclaimed books, including Under Jerusalem and the national bestseller The Secret Token, exploring themes of history, archaeology, and politics. A National Geographic Explorer, he has reported from dozens of countries with bylines in The New York Times, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and more.

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.