'The Battle of White Plains: How the Revolution Was Nearly Lost' Webinar

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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For one critical week in October 1776, a sleepy New York village became the epicenter of the American Revolution’s survival. How did General Washington’s weary forces manage to outmaneuver a far superior British-Hessian army poised to deliver a crushing blow? It's time to uncover the dramatic story of bold decisions, daring escapes, and unexpected triumphs that helped preserve the fight for American independence.

Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the pivotal Battle of White Plains, a little-known yet consequential Revolutionary War clash that tested the mettle of General George Washington’s army and shaped the course of American history.

Led by Stephen Paul DeVillo, historian and author of the upcoming book Neutral Ground: Westchester in the Revolution 1777-1783, our unique virtual experience will include:

• An overview of the Battle of White Plains, including its strategic context after the fall of New York City and its role in Washington's defensive campaign
• A look at the British and Hessian offensive, and how the numerically superior enemy forces sought to encircle and crush the Continental Army
• An exploration of George Washington’s tactical decisions, including his use of local terrain and last-minute maneuvers to escape total defeat
• Profiles of key players, such as Alexander Hamilton, Lord Howe, and the fearless Delaware Regiment, who helped turn the tide
• A discussion around the legacy of the battle, and how this near-catastrophic moment ultimately strengthened the American cause
• Plaques and remnants still visible today, offering a tangible connection to the battlefield nearly 250 years later

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Stephen — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week.
See you there, virtually!

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About Stephen
Local historian Stephen DeVillo is the author of The Bowery: The Strange History of New York’s Oldest Street and The Bronx River in History and Folklore. In recent years he had led annual Jane’s Walks for the Municipal Art Society along the Bowery and elsewhere, and the Bronx River Rambles for the Bronx River Alliance. A lifelong walker and urban explorer, he is fascinated by the big histories to be found in small places, and seeks out their obscure and half-forgotten tales, tragedies, and folklore.

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