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This presentation by Char Weigel, VP of Special Projects for Revolutionary Westchester 250, is based on new primary source research about the events leading up to the September 22,1780 cannonade on the British ship The Vulture in Haverstraw Bay. This action stranded British Major John André, leading to his capture and thwarting Benedict Arnold’s plan to hand West Point over to the British. From The Vulture’s arrival in Haverstraw Bay on September 17 until she retreated downstream on September 22, its days involved privileged “white flag” communications, missed meetings, and a false flag offense by Americans (violating the customs of war). The dramatic week ended with success due to the persistence of an American colonel who secured the critical King’s Ferry crossing against the odds. PLEASE NOTE: The Thursday Night Speaker Series is Proudly Sponsored by the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association. Seating is by reservation only. Call (845) 446-2134 to Register. Suggested Donation: $5, FMBSA Members $3
(Image Credit: Ruby Lane: https://www.rubylane.com/item/802481-123124321/Scratch-Built-Model-1776-Ship-Sloop)
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690 Route 9W, Fort Montgomery, NY, United States, New York 10922
