
A Tale of Two Spies
Free - No Registration RequiredSummer 2022|#12721
Jul 24, 2022
All ages, Mixed
HistoryAdult (18+)
Description
When the Civil War began, two women decided on a life-altering course. Inspired by patriotism, Rose O’Neal Greenhow, of Washington, D.C., and Elizabeth Van Lew, of Richmond, used their position in society to conduct clandestine activities from behind enemy lines. Join staff historian, Lisa Denton, who will present this comparative biography, explore the successes and failures of their wartime activities and how their espionage activities impacted their personal lives. Information: den63@henrico.us
Instructor
Recreation Staff
(804) 501-7275
More Information
SupervisorLisa Denton
Number of sessions1
DepartmentHistory
Retired
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