Helping the Sails Unfurl on the Tall Ship Providence
Famed for its exploits under the command of John Paul Jones in 1776, The Providence is a recreated 18th century ship recently brought to Alexandria.
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Cato, Recitations, and Minuet at our Subscription Ball
Philip Vickers Fithian wrote in his journal: Virginians must dance or they will die. Thus, Virginians found a legal loophole around the “no frivolity” mandate.
John Paul Jones and the Comte de Grasse ship: Naval Academy
My son found the French ship, La Ville de Paris, which was part of Admiral de Grasse’s fleet at the Battle of the Capes in 1781.
Mystic Seaport where seaworthy literature comes alive
At Mystic Seaport we climbed
boats, hoisted rigging, built canals, and more, bringing to life all the sailor books we’ve read.
Lafayette Sighting in Washington DC
Scrambling to see everything in a day, we enthusiastically conquered a lot!
Understanding the unique layout to the city, I strategically planned our route.
