Tavern Talks: Loyal Subjects Part II

Tavern Talks: Loyal Subjects Part II Ticket required: Historical Society of Cheshire County Events – Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite Join HSCC interpreter Becky Barton as she presents the American Revolutionary War through the experiences of Loyalist men in Keene. Loyal Subjects, Part II: Eleazer Sanger, Benjamin Hall, Elijah Williams, and Josiah Willard Discover these four, new steadfast subjects of England who lived and worked in Keene but did not sign the 1776 Association Test. Eleazer Sanger, brother of journalist Abner Sanger, Lieutenant Benjamin Hall, lawyer Elijah Williams and Major Josiah Willard. Why did they support King George and what risks did they take for that support? Come pull up a chair in the Wyman Tavern taproom and find some answers! HSCC Interpreter and volunteer Becky Barton has lived in Cheshire County since 2005 when she earned her M.A. in Public History at SUNY Albany. She joined HSCC in 2013 and has been researching early Keene history and Isaac Wyman specifically. Her book on Wyman and his family will be published later this summer. This program is generously sponsored by Fenton Family Dealerships. Tour Details Limited to 12 people per tour Meeting point: Wyman Tavern, 339 Main Street, Keene NH Parking is free and located near the Bruder House in the spaces marked for Museum Parking Please bring your ticket (printed or on smartphone) to show the guide Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Group Tours For private or group tour inquiries, please contact: Attn: Michelle Walker, Director Of Education Email: mwalker@hsccnh.org