In a new video from Prager University, Pierce College history professor Richard McMillan explains why the most important date in American history may not be the one you think.

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Course Description

What was perhaps the most determinative date in American history? July 4, 1776? Pearl Harbor? September 11? How about…July 28, 1588. Richard McMillan, Professor of History at Pierce College, explains why that seemingly random date is so important.