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“The Gallant Young Carlisle of Alexandria”: Remembering George William Carlyl

  Nov 11th 2pm $8 per person On this Veteran’s Day we remembered our own George William Carlyle who was killed at the Battle of Eutaw Spring on September 8, 1781 at the age of 15. Tour the house with our own resident expert on George William and learn more about the teenager that Light Horse Harry Lee will recall in his memoirs as “the gallant young Carlisle of Alexandria”.  Reservations are recommended but not required.    Having trouble registering? Please call 703-549-2997 or email [email protected] Ticket Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/8364

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