Lt. Lemuel Snow, Patriot and Pioneer
Wed, May 06
|Shattemuc Yacht Club
During the Revolutionary War, Lt. Lemuel Snow spent most of his time in the Hudson River Valley. Through letters, Snow documented his experiences that included: witnessing the execution of Major Andre, and many other historical events.
Time & Location
May 06, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Shattemuc Yacht Club, 46 Westerly Rd, Ossining, NY 10562, USA
About the Event
Who is Revolutionary War patriot and pioneer Lt. Lemuel Snow?
While serving for eight years in the Revolutionary War, Lt. Lemuel Snow, like most of the Massachusetts Line spent most of his time in the Hudson River Valley. Through letters, Lt. Snow documented his experiences over many years in this area. From Peekskill to Saratoga, Valley Forge, Monmouth, and Providence he endured the hardships that every soldier faced. He was a witness to the execution of Major Andre, was made a Freemason at West Point, became a member of the Society of the Cincinnati, and was at Verplanck’s Point with his regiment to greet Rochambeau, and with Washington for the Evacuation of New York at War’s end and his farewell.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Kirk Moldoff is a medical illustrator and animator with a passion for industrial archaeology, local history, and cast iron stoves. Kirk has been researching local history for over three decades and has lectured extensively on the rich history of this area.
There will be a Q&A after the program.
- RSVP is required for admission to the Lecture Series
- Limited guest capacity
- FREE to attend
- There will NOT be a potluck supper at this event
The Ferry Sloops Lecture Series is now in its 15th year