MONDAY SPEAKER SERIES (40) Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Mondays, 11:30am-1:00pm, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19
Join us as we hear from a variety of interesting speakers on a variety of topics.
April 14 The Opium Wars, Kathy Welch When Europe developed a taste for tea beginning in the 17th century, it created a huge trade imbalance with China. China wanted nothing of European goods in exchange for their tea, porcelain and silk products. China insisted instead on payment in silver which drained European coffers. Having enough of this imbalance, England forced open Chinese ports and made China take opium in trade. China’s efforts to halt this devastating drug trade led to two wars that have come to be known as The Opium Wars.
April 21 George Washington Was a Traveling Man, Jim Sefcik Where did he go? When did he go? Why did he go? And where did he sleep? Part 2
April 28 “Perticulars that I have Been Eye & Ear Witness To” How Nathaniel Bacheller Changed History, Eric H. Schnitzer Park Ranger/Military Historian Saratoga National Historical Park Benedict Arnold, relieved of command, under house arrest, and maybe drunk, rode out onto the field of battle on October 7 and took charge of the American attack against the British, thus bringing our troops to victory in the Second Battle of Saratoga! Or did he? This program explores one of the mo st epic examples of Revolutionary War evidence-driven revisionist history ever seen!
May 5 From Roots to Justice: How Genetic Genealogy Is Cracking Cold Cases, Join Heidi Gross as she explores the fascinating history and evolution of genetic genealogy in law enforcement, from its roots in consumer ancestral DNA testing to its groundbreaking role in solving cold cases. This presentation delves into key milestones, ethical challenges, and the future of this transformative investigative tool.
May 12 “The Track to Change: How 20th Century America Shaped Thoroughbred Racing”, Matt Reichel & Madeleine Egger The 20th century was a time of great change in American life, culture, and politics. Together we will explore how those changes were reflected in American thoroughbred racing.
May 19