America 250 Series: Did Your Ancestor Fight in the Revolutionary War?

Could Your Ancestor Have Fought in the Revolutionary War?

Are you a history enthusiast or have an interest in genealogy? Join us for a lecture that brings the Revolutionary War to life while helping you uncover your own potential connection to America’s fight for independence.

Explore:

• When and where key battles took place
• Who qualified as a Patriot—and the difference between militia members and Continental Army soldiers
• The many forms of service, from military duty to paying taxes or providing supplies
• How to use genealogy research to discover whether your ancestor played a role
• The best resources for your search—what’s free, what’s paid, and how to get started

Whether you’re tracing your family tree or simply love early American history, this program will inspire and inform. Join us and see if your family has a story woven into the nation’s birth!

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Ambler Branch Library (Wissahickon Valley Public Library)