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Cassandra in Oz: Counterinsurgency and Future War
Cassandra in Oz: Counterinsurgency and Future War
“Cassandra in Oz: Counterinsurgency and Future War,” by Conrad Crane. When Conrad Crane retired from active duty to become a research professor, he never expected to become a modern Cassandra, fated to tell truth to power without being heeded. After the world transformed on 9/11, he warned the Army that it was not prepared to […]
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What Did Alexander Hamilton Drink? Chocolate in the American Colonial Period
What Did Alexander Hamilton Drink? Chocolate in the American Colonial Period
The next time you pick up a piece of chocolate, consider that you are partaking in an expedition into American history. Alexander Hamilton’s rival, Thomas Jefferson, was a chocolate fan. John and Abigail Adams also loved their chocolate. Hamilton’s boss, President George Washington, along with his wife, Martha, was well acquainted with chocolate. But what […]
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Becoming Bond – newportFILM Screening
Becoming Bond – newportFILM Screening
Join us for a special Bond-themed May screening inside the Rosecliff Ballroom... BECOMING BOND Tuesday, May 9 Rosecliff Ballroom 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 6:00 PM Cocktail reception on the Rosecliff Loggia: Martini Bar with Svedka Vodka & Gin, Modelo Beer, Callie & Meiomi Wines. Hors D'oeuvres. Live music by The Greg Silva Trio. 7:00 […]
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New England Bound: Slavery and Colonization in Early America
New England Bound: Slavery and Colonization in Early America
Join us for a Rhode Island Middle Passage Ceremonies and Port Markers Project book talk with author and historian Wendy Warren, entitled, “New England Bound: Slavery and Colonization in Early America.” Wendy Warren reconfigures colonial history by sharing how New England’s economy derived its vitality from the profusion of slave-trading ships coursing through its ports. […]
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10th Annual Urban Pond Procession
10th Annual Urban Pond Procession
10th Annual Urban Pond Procession "Stories of Mashapaug Pond" Saturday, May 13 (rain date May 14) Park at Alvarez High School, then walk down Crescent Ave and Reservoir Ave to the start of the Procession. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on during the Finale! 5:30 PM Mashapaug Pond Boathouse (behind Ocean State […]
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“Printer’s Error” Talk
“Printer’s Error” Talk
Rebecca Romney, Author of Printer's Error: Irreverent Stories from Book History and Pawn Stars' rare book expert will speak at the Annual Meeting of the John Russell Bartlett Society.
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Paper Tigers – Free newportFILM Screening
Paper Tigers – Free newportFILM Screening
Join us for a FREE community screening of this fascinating & inspiring educational documentary... PAPER TIGERS in partnership with Newport Health Equity Zone Tuesday, May 30 Casino Theatre - 9 Freebody Street, Newport, RI 6:30 PM Film, followed by Q&A with film subject & teacher Erik Gordon ADMISSION: FREE (suggested $5 donation) RSVP & Watch […]
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The Sea Mark: Captain John Smith’s Voyage to New England
The Sea Mark: Captain John Smith’s Voyage to New England
“The Sea Mark: Captain John Smith’s Voyage to New England,” by Russell Lawson. By age thirty-four Captain John Smith was already a well-known adventurer and explorer. He had fought as a mercenary in the religious wars of Europe and had won renown for fighting the Turks. He was most famous as the leader of the […]
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