Revolution 250: The Myths and Facts surrounding British Cavalry Commander, LTC Banastre Tarleton

August 27
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

The Center at Belvedere

540 Belvedere Blvd.
Charlottesville, Virginia 22901

Few figures of the Revolutionary War are as controversial as British cavalry officer "Bloody Ban" Banastre Tarleton. While leading the British Legion, he was known for his bold attacks and was feared throughout the southern colonies. He is remembered as one of the Revolution's most notorious villains. COL (Ret.) Steve Rundle will explore the facts and myths surrounding Tarleton's career: was he truly a ruthless butcher or has history exaggerated his crimes? His legacy remains both fascinating and divisive.