About this episode

The episode explores the contrasting roles of George III and George Washington during the American Revolution and the significance of their stories in the context of American independence.

This year, the US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Despite his limited powers, George III is the focus of grievances the Americans expressed as they demanded independence. George Washington lead the Continental Army and then the nation. The story of two Georges is the story of America. Carol Ann Lloyd TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare @shakeuphistory https://carolannlloyd.com/ https://patreon.com/carolannlloyd https://bookshop.org/shop/ca...

People in this episode

Host: Carol Ann Lloyd

Topics covered

• American Revolution
• George Washington
• George III
• Declaration of Independence
• leadership
• history

Keywords

• American Revolution
• George III
• George Washington
• Declaration of Independence
• leadership
• history

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