George Peter Alexander Healy, ca. 1847.
American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia. Photo by Frank Margeson
Benjamin Franklin appealed to the French king for loans and gifts to buy arms, clothing, shoes and other supplies needed by the American army. These loans and French military and naval help played a vital role in the final outcome of the Revolutionary War.
Tuesday, May 19, 2 p.m.
Kitzinger Community Room
James City County Library
7770 Croaker Road, Norge
with a repeat showing
Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m.
Williamsburg Library Theatre
515 Scotland Street
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, part 3
(90 minutes)
The conclusion of the PBS series portrays Franklin's place as minister to France during the Revolution and as a framer of the Constitution.
Programs associated with this exhibit are made possible through a grant from the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library.
Free, no reservations needed
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