Rosemarie Zagarri
Historian and author of Revolutionary Backlash: Women and Politics in the Early American Republic. Focuses on the political and economic context of the American Revolution.
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Apr 17, 2025 • 58min
The Day the Revolution Began
Join historians Rick Atkinson, an expert on the American Revolution; Mary Beth Norton, who dives into loyalist perspectives; and Rosemarie Zagarri, focusing on women’s political roles. They explore the tensions leading to the Battles of Lexington and Concord, highlighting pivotal events like the Boston Massacre and the Powder Alarm. The conversation also delves into the evolving public sentiments during the revolution and the influence of key figures like Mercy Otis Warren, showcasing how propaganda shaped the revolutionary spirit across the colonies.
Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 19min
Episode 12: The Conspiracy
Join historians Patrick Griffin, an expert on British imperial policy, Rosemarie Zagarri, who explores women's roles in colonial boycotts, and Christopher Minty, who delves into New York's political landscape. They discuss the fallout of the Stamp Act Crisis, the significance of Charles Townshend's taxing strategy, and the powerful non-importation movements spurred by colonial opposition. Discover how women mobilized, the conflicts in New York politics, and the escalating tensions leading up to protests that would ignite the Revolutionary spirit.
