(Satellite Location: Corry) Marquis de Lafayette's visit to Northwestern PA 200 Years Ago
Marquis de Lafayette's visit to Northwestern PA 200 Years Ago
During a one year long visit of 24 states, Marquis de Lafayette visited Erie, Pennsylvania on June 3, 1825. He was a French aristocrat, freemason and military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War, commanding American troops in several battles, including the siege of Yorktown. After returning to France, he was a key figure in the French Revolution of 1789 and the July Revolution of 1830. He has been considered a national hero in both countries. Join JES Decadian scholar Judy Lynch in discussing the travels, the impact, and the people this extraordinary statesman met during his journey through Pennsylvania - to Pittsburgh, Meadville, Waterford and historic Fort Le Boeuf, and finally to Erie for a last day of celebration before he headed East. The story of a hero for Northwestern Pennsylvania, the nation, and the world.
Location: Corry Higher Education Council-- 221 North Center St. Corry, PA 16407.
Date/Time: Tuesday, July 18 at 6 p.m.
Admission: FREE, pre-registration is required for guaranteed seating.
Parking: lot next to and behind building
Judith Lynch, Ph.D. has been a board member of the Jefferson Educational Society since its inception and served as its first chairwoman. She is the Jefferson’s inaugural Decadean Scholar. From 2004 to 2017, Dr. Lynch served as Associate Professor of Political Science and History at Mercyhurst University, and from 2002 to 2004, she taught at Allegheny College and was part of the Civic Engagement Institute. Prior, she worked as an analyst for the CIA and served for 20 years as Erie County Executive. She received her Doctorate with Distinction in Political Science in 2001 from the University of Pittsburgh and her M.A. in Social Studies from Gannon University. Her undergraduate degree, a B.A. in History and Political Science, is from George Washington University.
