"The British Attack Against St. Louis During the American Revolutionary War"

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on April 11, 2026 @ 10:00am.
  • A library card is not required.

Program Description

Event Details

In commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, the St. Charles City-County Library is offering a wide variety of presentations and programs throughout the year, highlighting local, state, and national events, time periods, and cultural moments.

We do not hear a lot about the Battle of St. Louis on May 26, 1780.

This talk, as part of our America 250 celebration, will be an overview of this British led attack against St. Louis.

battle scene from 1780 in St. Louis

About the Presenter:

Stephen L. Kling, Jr. is the author of several books on the American Revolution, including The American Revolutionary War in the West, primary historical consultant for the House of Thunder HEC-Media documentary on the Battle of St. Louis, and co-curator of the American Revolutionary War in the West Museum Exhibit.

Presented in partnership with the St. Charles County Historical Society, whose mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history and genealogy of St. Charles County for future generations.

logo of older buildings with St. Charles County Historical Society on it

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.