Origins and Ideologies of the American Revolution

This series of 48 lectures explores the transformative years between 1760 and 1800, when Enlightenment ideas influenced the formation of American government and identity. Led by award-winning professor Mancall, the course highlights both well-known and lesser-known colonists involved in debates over rights, liberties, and empire, using original source materials to deepen understanding. It also examines the challenges faced by the new nation in establishing a functioning government and gaining international recognition after independence.