Journeys of Conviction

Paul Revere was a famous patriot who significantly contributed to the American Revolution.  He participated in the Boston Tea Party and helped organize a network of soldiers to keep a surveillance on British military.  He is famously known for his dangerous Midnight Run to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock that the British were coming.  His Midnight Run included a boat ride across the Charles River and a horse ride through the country side.  (Approximately 13 miles) But did you know about these two runs?

Sybill Luddington: Heroine of 1777: At just 16 years old Luddington made a fantastic contribution to the American Revolution. She rode all the way from Putnam County, NY to Danbury CT. She rode over 40 miles to warn soldiers that the British were approaching.

Rosalie Gardiner Jones: Heroine of 1913: Rosalie Gardiner Jones was a dedicated supporter of the cause. Her fight to gain the right to vote covered many years.  In 1913, she hiked 200 miles in 20 days to present a petition for suffrage.  Her courage in the face of hostility, eggs and tomatoes was amazing.  Despite her many obstacles she said "I am equal to man!"