Join the library for a program that explores the “watery part of the world” and a local ship’s role in one of the biggest naval battles of the War of 1812.

Edd Hale, a volunteer crew member on the US Brig Niagara, will plumb the depths of the ship’s construction, its wartime experiences, and what life was like on board for captain and crew.  He will also talk about the Niagara’s modern reconstruction and its status as the official flagship of the state of Pennsylvania.

So come aboard for a talk that will teach you the ropes of this fascinating chapter of local history!

Refreshments will be served. 

Bio: Edd Hale is a retired middle school history teacher from Keystone Oaks School District. During his 35 years he taught mostly US history covering the period from discovery to the pre-Civil War era. Recently, in his spare time, he has been volunteering as a crewmember on the US Brig Niagara, the Flagship of Pennsylvania based in Erie, doing day sails and extended voyages. His interests also include traveling, metal detecting, bicycling and computers. He has taught Osher classes on The War of 1812, The Great Castle Shannon Bank Robbery, the Brig Niagara and on using Mac computers.