There is perhaps no image of America more ubiquitous than the cowboy. Close your eyes and you can see him now, blazing dusty trails surrounded by cacti and sweat. But who were the actual cowboys? And how did the cowboy, through film, television, and literature, become one of the defining symbols of America? Join us online for a special edition of American Identity!
The American Identity series is dedicated to enhancing understanding of American history and identity, spanning from pre-colonial times to the contemporary era.
📅 When? September 8, 7 PM.
📍 Where? Online, you will receive an email with the Zoom link on the date of the event.
America has a reputation for doing things bigger than most: bigger houses, bigger cars, bigger portions at restaurants. This applies to American spending as well- American consumer spending amounts to 26% of the world's total consumer spending, dwarfing all of Europe at only 12%. What drives America's consumer culture? Has it always been this way or is this a recent phenomenon? Join ELR Charlie next week as we look to answer these questions!
