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Southern Lady/Yankee Spy: Elizabeth Van Lew

April 25 @ 7:00 PM join us for a historical portrayal of Elizabeth Van Lew by Annette Baldwin @ FPLD.

Historic Portrayal - April 25 @ 7 pm at Frankfort Public Library - Elizabeth Van Lew was a leader of Richmond’s espionage network. Although Van Lew's family had once held slaves, she was passionate about the preservation of the Union and the injustices of slavery. Van Lew's story is told through a historical portrayal created and performed by Annette Baldwin. Sponsored by The Frankfort Area Historical Society. Register here or call 815-534-6173 to register.

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