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The Moultrie Flag became a symbol of courage when it was raised under fire during one of the Revolution's earliest victories.

As part of UDallas’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Assistant Professor of Politics Matthew Cantirino, PhD, explores the flag carried by the South Carolina militia during the Battle of Sullivan's Island in June 1776. Featuring the word “Liberty” and a distinctive crescent emblem, the banner reflected a principle that united patriots across the colonies even before the Declaration of Independence was signed.

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"Give me liberty, or give me death!"

As part of UDallas’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Professor of Politics Philip Harold, PhD, examines the Culpeper Minutemen Flag carried by a Virginia militia unit in 1775. Inspired by Patrick Henry’s call for resistance and featuring the iconic rattlesnake, the banner reflected the growing determination of Americans to defend their liberties.

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The Battle of Bunker Hill was a British victory, but it revealed the high cost of defeating the American cause.

As part of UDallas’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Associate Professor of History Mark Petersen, PhD, examines John Trumbull’s famous painting of the battle. Centered on the death of patriot leader Joseph Warren, the artwork helped shape how Americans remembered the Revolution, portraying sacrifice, courage and the diverse group of colonists who fought for liberty.

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When American patriots first took up arms, they did not see themselves as starting from scratch.

As part of UDallas’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Associate Professor of History Mark Petersen, PhD, examines the Bedford Flag, traditionally carried at the Battle of Concord. Combining English, European and local Massachusetts traditions, the flag offers a glimpse into how the first generation of revolutionaries understood their cause and their identity.

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A Summer of UD Wisdom continues — short reflections from University of Dallas professors to inspire deeper thinking throughout the summer.

Here, Irene Alexander, PhD, reflects on the Apostle Paul and God’s surprising, quiet ways of speaking.

When British regulars marched to Concord to disarm the colonial militia, they encountered a group of minutemen at Lexington. What happened next would change history.

As part of the University of Dallas' celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Associate Professor of History William Atto, PhD, examines William Barnes Wollen’s depiction of the Battle of Lexington, where the shot heard round the world was fired.

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