It was most unfortunate that the original speaker for this event took ill at the last moment. But our substitute speaker proved to be a wonderful experience. Christine Soper, Vice-Regent from the Hudson River Patriots Chapter of the DAR spoke about the "Role of Women in the American Revolution". She provided little known facts and stories about some of the unsung heroines of the Revolution.
Her list of women proved that it is just lack of good press that kept them out of the history books. Women proved some very essential information to the Patriot cause. Sally Townsend exposed Benedict Arnold. Lydia Barrington Darragh, Deborah Champion, Anna Strong, Patience Wright to name a few, risked everything to provide intelligent information. Deborah Sampson Gannett and Margaret Corbin battlefield actions resulted in Army pensions. Boycotting British goods created lots of extra work for many a housewife. But some ladies like Ester dee Berdt Reed and Penelope Barker not only boycotted but organized groups of women to put more teeth into it. In all it brought to the mind how in all wars, women may rarely get into the history books but their roles are essential.
After the talk, Keller Tavern lived up to its tavern heritage and provided some lovely refreshments and for those interested, a tour of the historical site.
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This was a great program! Fun and informative, and such a beautiful setting at Keeler Tavern. Thanks for putting this together.
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