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The Battle of Brandywine: On the Importance of Winning Our Freedom

  • Historic Rock Ford 881 Rockford Road Lancaster, PA 17601 USA (map)

Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series presents "The Battle of Brandywine: On the Importance of Winning Our Freedom." Author Bruce E. Mowday will discuss the many aspects of the Battle of Brandywine that led to the winning of our independence, including the wounding of the Marquis de Lafayette. The presenter will have books available for purchase and signing at this lecture.

This presentation will begin at 6:30 PM in the Langmuir Education Room located on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn. Prior to the lecture from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, attendees may visit the Snyder Gallery and our 2026 Focus Exhibit. The Snyder Gallery closes when the lecture begins.

About the Presenter: Bruce E. Mowday is an award-winning author and newspaper reporter. He has authored more than 25 books on history, sports, business and true crime. He is a Consulting Producer with Lionsgate/Blackfin productions in connection with a documentary on his new book, "Killer at the Door." In 2025, the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution bestowed on Mowday the “1776-2026 DAR America 250! Commendation” for his “extraordinary effort in raising awareness of Revolutionary Patriots and America’s 250th anniversary.” Mowday served as chair of the American Friends of Lafayette’s Bicentennial Brandywine Committee. He is a member of Chester County’s 250th Commission.

 $5 RFF Members; $10 Non-Members

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