History expert to give lecture at Ocoee library

The West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center in Ocoee will hold an event in September where people can learn about Florida's past.

Britain's Loyal Colonies Lost is a special presentation for America's 250th Anniversary that teaches attendees about the War of Independence and what happened to the East Florida and West Florida colonies. The presenter of the event is David Head, a lecturer of history at the University of Central Florida. Guests will have an opportunity to ask Dr. Head questions about the American Revolution in Florida during the presentation.

David Head is an experienced historian and author whose focus is on the early American Republic and the American Revolution. He edited The Golden Age of Piracy: The Rise, Fall, and Enduring Popularity of Pirates and is the author of history Books like A Republic of Scoundrels. Dr. Head gives presentations on many subjects, including the art of political combat, George Washington, and Florida's pirate history.

The lecture on the War of Independence will be held on Wednesday, September 9 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Guests who want to attend Dr. Head's lecture do not need to register for the event, and the presentation is free. Libraries that organize historical discussions such as this can use poster printing services to inform more of their patrons about the special events.

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