Published on April 07, 2026
On Tuesday, April 14th, from 7:00 - 8:00pm, retired Army Colonel and re-enactor John Dwyer will talk about the life and experiences of a soldier in NJ in 1780. John portrays a soldier serving in the Continental Army, camped in New Jersey in the Winter of 1780. He wears the uniform and equipment carried by Revolutionary War soldiers and tells stories about his life, his pay, his food, and clothing and the campaigns he has participated in since 1777. He shows what he is carrying and explains his gear, weapons, and belongings in detail as he passes items around the audience to handle.
No registration required; however, seating is first-come, first-seated.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the library either by phone at either (973) 285-6933 or (973) 285-6934, or by email at amizera@co.morris.nj.us
You can also visit Celebrating 250 Years of Revolutionary History in Morris County to find more events in Morris County celebrating the United States semiquincentennial.