Florida Reflections: Conversations on Florida's Contributions to the American Tale- \;As the Un ited States approaches the 250th anniversary of independence\, this statew ide series invites audiences to look beyond familiar narratives and recons ider Florida&rsquo\;s place in the American story. Led by historians\, sch olars\, artists\, and cultural practitioners\, the programs explore overlo oked Revolutionary histories\, the development of democracy in Florida\, I ndigenous knowledge\, and the cultural traditions that carry memory across generations. From Florida&rsquo\;s surprising role in the American Revolu tion to reflections on civic responsibility and cultural expression today\ , the series connects past and present in thoughtful and compelling ways. Together\, these programs encourage reflection on democracy\, identity\, a nd participation at a pivotal moment in the nation&rsquo\;s history.
\nThe 14th Colony: The American Revolution's Best Kept Secret \;Historian and author Roger Smith leads a discussion on the mos t under-told story in our nation&rsquo\;s history. While the American Revo lution is often framed through events in the northern colonies\, Florida p layed a very different and largely overlooked role. Even more striking is how little this history is known here in Florida\, where these events unfo lded and continue to shape our understanding of the nation&rsquo\;s foundi ng.
\nBio: Roger Smith received his Ph.D. in Early American History from the University of Florida where he is an adjunct professor\, as well as an onboard historian/lecturer for American Cruise Lines. He was a board member with the Florida Council for History Education and consulted on th e AMC TV show Turn.
\nAcknowledgement: Florida Refl ections was developed by Florida Humanities and is part of By the People: Conversations Beyond 250&ndash\;a series of community-driven programs crea ted by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. The initi ative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Funding is provide d in part through the Thomas M. &\; Irene B. Kirbo Charitable Foundatio n\, the Gulf Coast Community Foundation and the Community Foundation for B revard. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or its partners
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