1620

Feeling like you're only getting one side of the story about America's founding? Discover the historical arguments and evidence that challenge the popular narrative. This summary provides a powerful counterpoint, giving you the tools to understand the full debate and form your own informed opinion. You'll explore the key claims made in "1620," from a defense of the Pilgrims' original vision to a critique of how slavery is often framed in modern discussions. Uncover the historical context and intellectual arguments you need to confidently discuss the complexities of America's origins and its enduring legacy.

Peter W. Wood is the President of the National Association of Scholars and a former provost and professor of anthropology with decades of experience in American higher education. This extensive background provides him a unique vantage point on how history is taught and debated in our nation’s classrooms. His work on 1620 stems from a deep commitment to fostering a more complete, evidence-based understanding of America's founding principles and the complex origins of our national identity.