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History Hour: Washington's Greatest Hits

Wed, Dec 9 · 2:00 PM Purcellville Library

Washington pulled off a daring river crossing and changed the momentum of the war, but the days that followed brought their own dangers and more surprises. Historian and former Army officer Bill Wilkin presents a well-illustrated talk designed for civilians, focusing on the people involved and the truly incredible challenges they faced. As we approach the 250th anniversary of these improbable victories in the Revolutionary War, join us for an up-tempo adventure. View all of our programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution . Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.

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