Appalachia's Role in America's Founding
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History Professor Aaron Aster discusses Appalachia's influence on the founding of the United States and the associated conflicts over land.
History Professor Aaron Aster of Maryville College (TN) explores Appalachia's role in the founding of the United States, including how the American Revolution unfolded alongside conflicts among European and indigenous people over control of the land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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