The Battle of Long Island
April 22, 2026 |
Wed, April 22nd, author Bill Bleyer will discuss Long Island's
pivotal role in the American Revolution. The Battle of Long Island was the largest single-day engagement of the
war and a devastating defeat. Learn
about the harsh realities of the British occupation and brought years of
hardship for its residents. This talk
sheds light on the local impact of a global conflict and the resilience of Long
Islanders during a defining chapter in American History. The program will be held at the Islip Public
Library, 71 Monell Ave., 7-9 pm, and is free and open to the public. For more info, 631-559-2915,
www.isliphamlethistory.org. |
Website:
www.isliphamlethistory.org/index.html |
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| Location Information |
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Islip Public Library |
71 Monell Avenue
Islip, NY 11751 |
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| Contact Information |
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Historical Society of Islip Hamlet |
| Email:
isliphamlethistory@gmail.com |
| Phone:
631-559-2915 |
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