Ron Petersen presents the second half of his two-part course on how American independence came about. 2026 will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. With a focus on Massachusetts, this course will explore the people, events, and reasons that led to the separation of the American colonies from Britain.

Ron Petersen is a lecturer and writer on Cape Cod history. He is also Chair of the Orleans Historical Commission and has served on numerous town committees and non-profit boards. His expertise in Cape Cod and Massachusetts history makes him the prime candidate for leading students through the history of American Independence.

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