How important was the Battle of Prudence Island? Although a much smaller action than the Battle of Rhode Island two years later, the response of the Second Company of Portsmouth and reinforcements to a British raiding party on January 12-13, 1776, illustrated American resistance and resolve. Laurie Greaney, Regent of the Battle of Rhode Island Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will discuss British ship logs, Ezra Style's record of first-hand accounts, pension records and the role of enslaved men in the battle.
If you would like to attend virtually, the Zoom link may be requested from the library by emailing info@portsmouthlibrary.org.
Room Reservation:
Wednesday, January 14
Program Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Name of Organization:
Portsmouth Free Public Library
Contact Name:
Carolyn Magnus
Contact Phone Number:
401 683-9457 ext. 113
Contact Email:
director@portsmouthlibrary.org