Penn Live7d
200 years ago, this major figure visited central Pa. Here’s how they’re celebrating the anniversary
Gilbert du Mortier, better known to many as the Marquis de Lafayette, was a key figure in the American Revolution. In 1824 and 1825, Lafayette returned to tour the United States, and he was met ...
Berkshire Eagle8d
Letter: Pittsfield should embrace its history with Marquis de Lafayette
To the editor: The Marquis de Lafayette made a grand tour of the United States in 1824 and 1825 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. His travels took him to every ...