Amis Historiques – A Celebration of U.S.-French Diplomatic Relations

The U.S.-French relationship has a remarkable history, dating back to France’s support for the American War of Independence and Benjamin Franklin’s service as the first U.S. envoy to a foreign government. Through centuries of change, diplomacy, and cooperation, the relationship has remained an important link between the United States and Europe.
Join Global Minnesota and Alliance Française for a lively conversation about the people and stories behind this enduring diplomatic relationship. Tom Selinger of the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training will explore how generations of American and French diplomats have carried forward Franklin’s legacy, navigating pivotal moments in history while strengthening the longstanding ties between the two countries.
This event is being presented as a part of the World Affairs Councils of America’s Engage America Program implemented by the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training with support from the Una Chapman Cox Foundation.