Thomas E. Chávez, former director of the National Hispanic Culture Center (Albuquerque) and Palace of the Governors, Museum of New Mexico (Santa Fe)
“Spain and the Independence of the United States: An Intrinsic Gift”
Though frequently overlooked, Spain played a major role during the American Revolution, aiding the thirteen colonies in their rebellion against Britain. Thomas E. Chávez will explore Spain’s reasoning, its position during the war and how Spain’s assistance led to the formation of the United States.