James E. Reagen: Revolutionary War talk at Ogdensburg History Museum

OGDENSBURG, N.Y. (WWTI) – North Country historian and author James E. Reagen will talk about the Revolutionary War on Wednesday, April 24 at 1 p.m., in St. Lawrence County at the Ogdensburg History Museum at 206 Ford Street.

“ Fort Oswegatchie played an active role during the war, serving as a staging area for daring raids and major expeditions into the Mohawk Valley ,” said Reagen. “ Unfortunately, too many people have no idea about this important period in our nation’s history and what happened right here in our own backyard. ”

Reagen will talk about Northern New York’s unique role in America’s struggle for independence from British rule. Reagen is the author of “Fort Oswegatchie” which tells the role of the Revolutionary War in Northern New York. He is also the author of “Booze, Badboys & Bootleggers – North Country Tales Grandpa Never Told You,” and “Warriors of La Presentation” A History of the North Country’s Role in the French and Indian War.

“ With the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution approaching in just two years, it’s important for all of us to become more aware of Northern New York’s place in that historic struggle ,” said Reagen. “ History happened here. We need to help our children and grandchildren become better aware of our region’s role .”

The event is sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution, Swe-kat-si Chapter and Chapter Regent Sally Hartman said the public is invited to attend.

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