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George Washington, New Jersey & the Revolutionary War

George Washington, New Jersey, and the Revolutionary War

The Man  ·  The State  ·  The War  ·  A Revolutionary Trifecta!

Join us to celebrate America's 250th anniversary of the Revolution. Guest speakers, coffee, snacks, and friends. Bring your friends and neighbors!

What to Expect

  • George Washington the man — beyond the portrait: who he really was, what drove him, and what made him extraordinary
  • New Jersey's central role — why the war's turning points ran straight through our state
  • The war itself — brought to life with storytelling, context, and memorable detail
  • Surprising facts — history that will make you see the founding of America in a new light
  • Lively & interactive — Joel's lectures are known for their warmth, humor, and genuine enthusiasm for the subject
Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington
George Washington — Gilbert Stuart, c. 1796

About the Lecturer

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Joel Farkas - Revolutionary War Lectures

Joel Farkas is a historian and professional lecturer with a passion for making the American Revolution accessible, entertaining, and genuinely exciting for modern audiences. With a warm and witty style, Joel brings the founders, the battles, and the ideas of the Revolutionary era to life in a way that resonates with audiences of all ages.

Learn more at revolutionarywarlectures.com.


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