Historical Lectures

[Greg C.]

I ended up becoming good friends with a professor of mine after the semester ended last year. Because I work for the Park System of my county, which gives historical presentations among sports programs which I normally teach, and he has his own connections, I figured I would bring it up to my boss about doing a lecture series on the Revolutionary War, because we both re-enact. He said he would pass it up the ladder and I didn't hear anything about it for months. I figured it got lost in translation and there was no interest. Then I get a series of emails from my boss last week saying that they loved the idea, and they want something at the beginning of 2011. They asked for Civil War (which made me even happier) but they also wanted us to tie in the state of New Jersey, and our county of Monmouth. I said the only way to do this is to do a lecture on the Revolutionary War, since many battles and events took place in this state and county. They agreed and a few days ago, I met with him and laid the foundation for our presentations. We are starting in January (providing there are no hold-ups) and we are to do the Revolutionary War one that they wanted, the Battle of Fredericksburg on my suggestion, and a third one which is on how to plan a Civil War/Revolutionary War battlefield vacation.

Below is some tentative art work advertisements for the events. I am really excited about this, and the Rev. War one make take place at the Spy House, a War site used by American spies and notorious for being the most haunted building in New Jersey.

[neferetus]

Pretty cool, Greg. Continue to immerse yourself in history for the sake of future kids who only learn theirs from watered down, agenda-driven textbooks.

[Greg C.]

And here's our other one:

[Greg C.]

Revolutionary War ones are set in stone, but we are still waiting to here on the Civil War ones. Right now, we have an eight part series planned on that, which will include First Manassas, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Petersburg, Sherman's March, Peninsular Campaign, and the surrender of Appomattox.

If anyone lives in New Jersey, please come check us out.

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History Alive: New Jersey During the American Revolution

Why was the Battle of Monmouth one of the most important battles of the American Revolution? Why was Benjamin Franklin’s son, William arrested? What weapons and tactics did the troops use? Presenters from the historic Proprietary House will answer these questions and much more. The presentation will feature instructors dressed in period battle uniforms complete with weapons. Find out why New Jersey was such an important part of the Revolution. Don’t just Google it! Come see for yourself.

One 1-Hr Session $5.00 Per Person
Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center
Thu, Jan 27 6:00-7:00 PM………………………………XBW11A

History Alive: Planning a Visit to a Historic Battle Site

Looking for a trip that is interesting, informative, and inexpensive? Whether you are looking for a local afternoon activity or a family vacation we can help you find the right place. This presentation will map out various historic battle sites of the American Revolution and the Civil War. From Sandy Hook to Gettysburg, there is a memorable trip waiting to be discovered by your family.

One 1-Hr Session $5.00 Per Person
Thompson Park VC Beech Room Visitor Center
Mon, Mar 14 6:30-7:30 PM………………………………XBX11A

Call 732-842-4000 EXT 1 to reserve your spot.