Reluctant Witness: Nicholas Cresswell, “An Englishman in Loudoun” Views the American Revolution
Join us at at Dodona Manor for an afternoon of living history as you see Loudoun County in 1774-1777 through the eyes of a 24-year-old Englishman caught here by the outbreak of Revolution.
Learn about his life, travels, and observations. Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area educator and historian Travis Shaw will bring Cresswell to life through his 18th century diary, and public historians Rich and Tracy Gillespie will set the stage and walk us through the experiences Cresswell had while visiting Loudoun.
LOCATION & TICKETS
This event will be held outdoors on the lawn at Dodona Manor, Leesburg. Chairs will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring their own folding chair.
Members of the Marshall Center and their guests receive free admission. For other attendees, tickets are $10 each.
The American Revolution: What You Did Not Learn in School – Part One
Join history enthusiast and Marshall Center Docent, Blane Ampthor for a look at several events and personalities such as the Boston Massacre, Washington's Crossing of the Delaware, Paul Revere and Benedict Arnold. While these topics are generally known, the events will be explored in more detail, examining the misconceptions and the interesting personalities that influenced the famous events.
This event is free and open to all. It will be held in the Haub Room at Dodona Manor, Leesburg. This event space is only accessible by staircase.
BIO
Blane Ampthor is a retired federal employee with more than 36 years of service. He has had a lifelong interest in history and has read extensively on World War II, the American Revolution and ocean liners. He has taught with several Lifelong Learning Institutes and has instructed with various organizations such as the Loudoun County Public Library system in Virginia, AARP and seniors’ communities. He enjoys visiting sites related to his interests so he can gain a fuller understanding of events.