“Two Commodores, a DeWolf and a Journey to Japan”
April 3, 2014 |
Dr. Matthew C. Perry will talk about the life of his ancestors, Commodore Matthew C. Perry who opened the ports of Japan and, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who led America to victory over the British in the Battle of Lake Erie. These American heroes were closely associated with Bristol, Rhode Island through the marriage of their brother, Captain Raymond Perry, to Marianne Dewolf, daughter of U.S. Senator and notorious slave trader from Bristol, James DeWolf. Dr. Perry will share personal anecdotes and information acquired through research on his famous ancestors.
The lecture, which is co-sponsored by Linden Place and the Bristol Historical and Preservation Society, will take place inside Linden Place Mansion on Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM. Admission is free for Linden Place and BHPS members and $5 for non-members. Reservations are recommended.
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| Location Information |
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Linden Place Mansion |
500 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809 |
| Website:
www.lindenplace.org |
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| Contact Information |
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Susan Battle |
| Email:
sbattle@lindenplace.org |
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401-253-0390 |
| Fax:
401-253-4106 |
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