Tag Archives: George Washington

The Hudson Valley Gateway Region: Verplanck’s Big Time Role in the American Revolution

Posted on 19/06/2019 by John G. Testa

Thank you to the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce for once again asking me to submit this piece about the importance of local history in their 2019-20 Annual Member Directory:

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Independence Day!

Posted on 29/06/2018 by John G. Testa

Below is an article I was asked to write for the Cortlandt Living Magazine July 2018 edition. They wanted a short piece showing some of the important events associated with July 4th other than being Independence Day, especially local connections. … Continue reading →