NC History Series: The Emergence of Military Uniforms as a Symbol of National Identity

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

529 S Front St, New Bern, NC, United States, North Carolina 28562 | New Bern

Tryon Palace
Publisher/HostTryon Palace
NC History Series: The Emergence of Military Uniforms as a Symbol of National Identity
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Join us to discover how simple terms like “redcoat” and “bluecoat” became universal descriptions of a nation’s army in the age of black powder!
Speaker: Ken Osen
For over 30 years, Mr. Osen has been a researcher, designer, and sculptor for museums and the collectibles industry, primarily focusing on military uniforms of the 18th to the 20th century. This journey has taken him to personal and private military collections throughout the US and Europe to inspect real uniforms and equipment. His research provides historical context to the miniatures he creates.
The North Carolina History Series
The North Carolina History lecture series continues this winter with the goal to engage the broader community and expand the understanding of, and engagement in, the fascinating history of New Bern, Craven County, and North Carolina. As our nation celebrates its 250th birthday, we are focused on the history surrounding our nation’s founding, and topics related to our colonial and revolutionary history. We are pleased to welcome three historians who will present each week, for three consecutive weeks.
The series is presented by the Lifetime Learning Center and Tryon Palace, in partnership with the Richard Dobbs Spaight Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Purchase of ticket required to attend.
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