America: Colony to Constitutional Republic
8-weeks | This course is completed
Join us as we explore the people, politics and economy of America during its first two
centuries. Settlers contested with indigenous inhabitants, and slavery was adopted. A
very American focus and fledgling beginnings at self-governance developed into a
movement for independence from Britain. No prior knowledge or outside readings
needed; copies of all slide presentations will be available.
Tom Walker
Tom Walker is a retired Navy pilot and State Veterans Counselor. Tom has presented eleven different history courses at Vassar LLI, Bard LLI and Marist CLS. Since 1986, the Hudson Valley has been home to Tom and his family, including his wife, two sons now living overseas, five grandchildren and Wally, their rescue dog. Tom enjoys playing various folk instruments.