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British Deserters from the RI Garrison

Date: June 19th 2025

Time: 6:30 pm

June 19 @ 6:30 pm 7:30 pm

Join us for the next installment of the Burt Quist Lecture Series featuring Don Hagist. The author and editor of the Journal of the American Revolution, Hagist will present compelling stories with a focus on British Deserters from the Rhode Island Garrison. We will explore the tales of these soldiers who deserted during the British occupation and what led them to take such risks.

This lecture is sponsored by the Battle of Rhode Island Association. This event is free and open to all.

Portsmouth Historical Society

870 E Main Rd
Portsmouth,RI02871United States
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