CFMC Meaningful Monday Episode 51 Westbrook Historical Society

Описание: Episode 51 – Celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary with our local historical societies.

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and learn more about the many contributions and stories about our local communities.

Marcy Fuller, Westbrook Historical Society, shares a great story central to Westbrook and the founding of our country. Are you aware of the important place in history of John Ely? A hero of the American Revolution, Ely was born in Old Lyme and then moved to Westbrook. He rallied a group of patriots and headed to Boston at the outset of the Revolution. But more importantly, Ely was a doctor and specialized in smallpox disease. His service to the troops afflicted by this disease was imperative to the health of the American Revolution troops.

His story doesn’t end there, though … Tune in and join us to kick off the 250th anniversary … and connect with the Westbrook Historical Society for a fascinating story of a local hero and doctor.

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