Loyalty and Zeal: Algonkians of the Revolution 1774-1783

 
Join Drew Shuptar-Rayvis , a citizen and cultural ambassador of the Pocomoke Indian Nation talk about the contributions, struggles and sacrifices made by algonkian peoples during the War of American Independence. This program will focus on Algonkian people and some Iroquoian of the period. Learn about material culture of Algonkian people during the revolution as well as trade; sit and listen about the complex political paths of patriotism, toryism and neutrality that shaped the history of many Algonkian and Iroquoian people in order to preserve their ways of life. Experience the realities of the devastation of Sullivan Campaign as well as the contributions made by numerous Algonkian people both patriot and loyal.