• Did Sybil Ludington Really Make her Paul Revere-like Ride to Aid Danbury?

  • Oct 31 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
  • Podcast

Did Sybil Ludington Really Make her Paul Revere-like Ride to Aid Danbury?

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  • A 16-year-old Dutchess County, NY girl rode a horse in pouring rain for 40 miles to rally area militia to come to the aid of Danbury, CT which was under siege by the British during the Revolutionary War. At least, that’s the legend of Sybil Ludington. But, not all professional historians sign-off on the tale, due to scant written evidence. Now, a retired teacher says he has found proof that shows that Sybil made the ride. Hear the story with Vince Dacquino.

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