General Horatio Gates and the American Revolution
897 S Columbus Ave
Mount Vernon NY
10550 See map
At 1 PM, Dr. James Kaplan, an author and New York City history tour guide, examines the life and military career of General Horatio Gates, including the intriguing question of his role in the great American victory at the Battle of Saratoga. Additionally, there's a performance of American Revolution songs, a demonstration about the use of the church as a wartime field hospital, historic children’s games, and tours of the historic cemetery and Church Bell Tower.
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Ina Aronow June 11, 2013 at 10:40 pm
It seemed to me the key point of moving the City Yard from the waterfront was to open up the…Read More waterfront and turn that run down and obsolete yard into a public park overlooking Long Island Sound. The westside site was the most cost effective place to move the yard. Not ideal, but no real alternative has been proposed. I don't think this has much to do with racism. All races can enjoy more of the waterfront. Any development around it will add to our tax base
Martin Sanchez June 12, 2013 at 08:35 am
Ms. Aronow, The issue is that an alternative has been suggested, Ward Acres, as it is much larger…Read More and strategically beneficial for the City of New Rochelle. I don't think the recent public discussions has resulted in unanimity in terms of the waterfront being an entirely public venue for all races to enjoy.