BCHS 250 Lecture Series: We Were There, Blacks in the Revolutionary War

Location: Historic New Bridge Landing 1209 Main Street River Edge NJ 07661
Time: 7pm
Description: We Were There, Blacks in the Revolutionary War – An overview of Black Men that participated in the Revolutionary War.

Leon Vaughan is a researcher and historian. He generously donates his time and energy as a dedicated member
of the Historical Society of East Orange, the African American Historical & Genealogical Society, and the Bergen County Historical Society, and others.
He is a Revolutionary War and Civil War re-enactor and highlights the often-overlooked contributions of African Americans in the military.
Come and hear interesting historical accounts of Blacks who participated in the American Revolution.
Learn about Black men who fought alongside Washington and the British.

Lecture takes place in the State Historic Site, the 1752 Zabriskie Steuben House, 1209 Main St, River Edge, NJ. Ice tea and cookies served at the conclusion. Free Parking. No cost, we do accept donations. BCHS, PO Box 55, River Edge, NJ 07661-0055

Cost: Free Admission, Donations Accepted
https://www.bergencountyhistory.org/event-details/bchs-250-lecture-series-we-were-there-blacks-in-the-revolutionary-war

Date

May 21 2026

Time

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location

Historic New Bridge Landing
1209 Main St, River Edge, NJ 07661
Category