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SUMMARY:Exhibit: The Life and Legacy of The Marquis de Lafayette
DESCRIPTION:Step into the remarkable life and legacy of the Marquis de Lafayette\, a Frenchman who volunteered his service to the American cause during the Revolutionary War. Arriving in America in 1777\, Lafayette became a trusted officer and confidant of General George Washington and fought in key engagements at Brandywine\, Gloucester\, Monmouth Courthouse\, and Yorktown. He also spent the winter of 1777–78 with the Continental Army at Valley Forge. \nThis traveling\, six-banner exhibit\, presented by the American Friends of Lafayette\, explores Lafayette’s military service\, his role in strengthening the Franco-American Alliance\, and his lifelong commitment to human rights. Through historic images\, carefully researched text\, and engaging graphic design\, visitors will discover the many dimensions of Lafayette’s life and his enduring connection to the United States. \nThe exhibit also highlights Lafayette’s celebrated return to America in 1824\, when President James Monroe invited him to visit as the nation’s official “Guest of the Nation.” As the last surviving major general of the Continental Army\, Lafayette traveled approximately 6\,000 miles through 24 states during his 13-month tour\, receiving enthusiastic welcomes along the way. \nOn display in the PA Room Hallway through November 17\, the six floor-to-ceiling panels offer an engaging look at Lafayette’s life\, career\, humanitarian ideals\, and lasting American legacy. The exhibit also connects Lafayette’s story with that of George Washington and explores the 2002 proclamation naming Lafayette an honorary citizen of the United States. \nAs America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026\, this exhibit offers an opportunity to rediscover Lafayette’s extraordinary contributions to the American Revolution and the ideals that continued to shape his life long after the war.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/exhibit-the-life-and-legacy-of-the-marquis-de-lafayette/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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SUMMARY:Lafayette's Farewell Tour in Southwestern PA
DESCRIPTION:Join historian and American Friends of Lafayette member Ernest Sutton\, M.D.\, on Thursday\, October 22\, from 5:30–6:45 p.m. in the PA Room for a fascinating look at the Marquis de Lafayette’s celebrated farewell tour through Southwestern Pennsylvania in 1825. Light refreshments will be served. \nIn 1824\, President James Monroe invited Lafayette—the last surviving major general of the Continental Army—to return to the United States as its official “Guest of the Nation.” Lafayette embarked on an extraordinary 13-month journey\, traveling approximately 6\,000 miles through 24 states and receiving enthusiastic welcomes along the way. \nDr. Sutton’s presentation will explore Lafayette’s travels through Southwestern Pennsylvania\, offering a closer look at his historic visit and the communities and people he encountered along the way. \nCome hear the story of Lafayette’s remarkable return to America and discover the part Southwestern Pennsylvania played in his unforgettable farewell tour!
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/lafayettes-farewell-tour-in-southwestern-pa/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Forum - Researching Coal Industry Communities
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered who you might be related to\, or how your family came to the United States or\, more specifically\, to Pennsylvania or Ligonier? \nThe Ligonier Valley Library’s Genealogy Forum will help you develop the tricks and tools needed to trace your family lineage\, start your own family bible\, or just learn more about family history in general. Each forum meeting focuses on some aspect of family research and occasionally features a guest speaker. Programs are led by or organized by the library’s Pennsylvania Room Archivist. \nThe Genealogy Forum meets the 4th Tuesday of January\, March\, May\, September\, and October. \nThis month Genealogy Forum is celebrating Family History Month with the Westmoreland County Libraries. Genealogist Kate Townsend will present “Charting Out the Company Town in Pennsylvania: Researching Coal Industry Communities.” Many people in our area worked in coal mines and lived in towns owned completely or partially by the coal company. Learn how to locate company towns on maps and what life was like in such a town. \nGenealogy Forum meetings are free and open to the public. Please register at https://bit.ly/LVLFamilyHistory26. \nFor more information\, call the library at 724-238-6451 or email paroom@ligonierlibrary.org
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/genealogy-forum-5/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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