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Depreciation Lands Museum - Washington at Valley Forge: The Making of a Leader
Jonathan Klemens, MS, FSA-Scot Author and Historian The poorly trained and ragtag Continental Army, unable to prevent the British forces from taking Philadelphia, retreated to Valley Forge for the winter of 1777-78. It was selected for its strategic location between …
When: Feb. 1, 2025, 5 p.m. · Where: See link for location
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Depreciation Lands Museum - Museum Lecture Series: Redcoats, Minutemen, and the Fight for Liberty — 250th Anniversary of Lexingt
The battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, were the first military engagements of the American Revolution. These battles marked the beginning of open conflict between the American colonies and Britain, setting the stage for the fight …
When: March 8, 2025, 5:50 p.m. · Where: See link for location
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Depreciation Lands Museum - Jack Sleds: A Forgotten Piece of Early American Winter History
The Jack Sled is a relic of early American winters, once a staple for both work and recreation in snowy regions. Simple yet effective, these sleds were used by children for downhill fun and by laborers to transport goods across …
When: March 8, 2025, 7:18 p.m. · Where: See link for location
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Depreciation Lands Museum - Flax Planting on the Homestead
By: Jessica Welker When early settlers arrived in western Pennsylvania, one of their first priorities was clearing land for crops. Among the many plants they grew, flax was especially valuable for producing linen fabric. Initially, settlers would clear small patches …
When: May 11, 2025, 5:41 p.m. · Where: See link for location
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Depreciation Lands Museum - The Siege of Yorktown
by Jonathan Klemens Author and Historian The Siege of Yorktown, also known as the Battle of Yorktown and the surrender at Yorktown, was the final major land engagement of the American Revolutionary War. It was won decisively by the Continental …
When: March 25, 2026, 4:33 p.m. · Where: See link for location
General · Jul 10, 2026