The American Revolution: Life on the Home Front in Chatham County

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Join the Chatham County Historical Association for The American Revolution: Life on the Home Front in Chatham County on Sun, Nov 2, 2pm-3:30pm at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse and Museum.

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, most folks think first about the battles that took place during that war. But the Majority of people living through the Revolution were not fighters. Their focus was on day-to-day survival, complicated b shortages of food, salt, and currency, as well as the knowledge that the war could arrive at their doorstep at any moment.

Jim Morgan is the creator of the website AMRevNC, a website dedicated to the history of the American Revolution battles that took place in North Carolina. He is a writer and journalist with a fierce interest and deep knowledge of the American Revolution and will explain what life was like in Chatham County for these "other revolutionaries" on the home front during the seven long years of war.

All are welcome to attend this free event. This event takes place indoors. The historic courthouse meets federal ADA requirements. No pets allowed. Please leave your furry friends at home. Free parking is available across the street at the new Chatham County Justice Center.

This event is part of our Chatham Celebrates America 250 initiative.