Revolution 250 Podcast - The Malden Instructions

In this episode of the Revolution 250 Podcast, host Robert J. Allison of Suffolk University welcomes local historians Linda Thorsen and Tom Coots for a deep dive into the remarkable story of the Malden Instructions. Drafted in May 1776 in the town of Malden, these bold declarations instructed the colony’s representatives to support independence from Great Britain—weeks before the Continental Congress would adopt the Declaration of Independence. Thorsen and Coots explore how ordinary citizens in Malden helped shape extraordinary change, examining the political climate, local leadership, and community resolve that produced one of the earliest formal calls for independence. Their conversation highlights how the Malden Instructions reflect the broader transformation taking place across Massachusetts in 1776, as towns moved from protest to outright revolution. This episode brings to life a pivotal yet often overlooked moment, reminding us that the drive for independence was not born in a single hall, but in towns and communities where people made the courageous decision to chart a new course for the future. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6468373475229696