A presentation and lecture by historical researcher Chris Logsdon, Wednesday, 1 May 2019 6 to 8 pm, East Gate Masonic Lodge No. 216, 15 Greene Street, Cumberland, Maryland 21502
George Washington’s experiences in Western Maryland had no
small part in shaping his life and legacy. The region played a unique role in
Washington’s military career, from his time as a young lieutenant colonel to
his service as Commander in Chief and President. But Washington’s time in
Western Maryland did much more than mold his military beginnings. The region anchored Washington’s focus on westward
thinking and the notion of an American economic empire. This presentation
explores the significance of Western Maryland in the life of America’s foremost
Founding Father.
Chris Logsdon is an attorney and historical researcher from Cumberland,
Maryland. Chris focuses his research on George Washington’s presence in Western
Maryland. Chris has conducted extensive research on the subject for
Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate, contributing to the Estate’s Digital
Encyclopedia initiative. Chris has also based his study on Washington’s role in
the drafting of the U.S. Constitution and his impact on the formation of the
executive branch. A native of Cumberland, Chris is a graduate of the Georgetown
University Law Center and The George Washington University.
This event is free and open to the public. Tours
of the historic Masonic Temple will be available during the social hour, 6 to 7
pm. Refreshments provided. Admission is free.
