Washington’s Spies Lecture
Hosted by New Castle–Henry County Public LibraryDiscover how espionage, coded messages, invisible ink, and daring undercover missions played a crucial role in the American Revolution.
Event Details
The New Castle–Henry County Public Library is sponsoring Henry County Reads, a community-wide read of 1776 by David McCollough. The library will distribute free copies of the book (pick up yours at the main circulation desk) and will offer several related programs.
At this event, participants will step into the secret world of the American Revolution with Dr. Nicholas Miller, professor of history at Ball State University, as he explores the fascinating story of George Washington’s spy network and the intelligence operations that helped secure American independence. Miller’s engaging lecture will examine the courageous men and women who risked everything to gather information, deceive the British, and support the Continental Army.
Whether you’ve read 1776 or simply enjoy American history, this presentation offers a captivating look at one of the Revolutionary War’s most intriguing—and often overlooked—stories.
Registration is appreciated. To register, click on the RSVP button above to go to the library’s events page, then complete the registration form.
For more information, call the library at 765.529.0362, email krystals@nchcpl.org, or visit the library’s event web page.
This program received support from an Indiana Humanities Mini-Grant.