On Wednesday, Oct. 12, Siena College will sponsor a lecture by James W. Loewen, author of Lies My Teacher Told Me. Loewen is a best-selling author, a leading critic of the teaching of history in our schools, and a lively and provocative speaker.
His topic will be, “Lies My Teacher Told Me About the Civil War,” his
emphasis will be on how popular myths about the Civil War influence
contemporary race relations.
Supporters of the Underground Railroad will likely be interested in what he has to say so we are sharing this announcement with you. The event is free and open to the public.
A LECTURE BY JAMES W. LOEWEN
AUTHOR OF LIES MY TEACHER TOLD ME
7 PM OCTOBER 12
SARAZEN STUDENT UNION 243
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
SPONSORED BY:
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS
DAMIETTA CROSS-CULTURAL CENTER
STANDISH LIBRARY
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