John McCurdy

Join John McCurdy, a history and philosophy professor at Eastern Michigan University and author of Vicious and Immoral, as he uncovers the queer lives of Revolutionary America. He delves into the life of Robert Newburgh, an 18th-century British Army chaplain, exploring how societal norms shaped perceptions of queerness. Their discussion highlights the intersection of sexuality, honor, and reputation during tumultuous times, while addressing the challenges historians face in recovering suppressed queer histories that influenced revolutionary thought.