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Lecture Explores Prudence Island Battle

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Portsmouth, RI

The Portsmouth Historical Society will present a lecture on the 1776 engagement on Prudence Island Thursday, September 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The program is part of the Portsmouth 250th Lecture Series and will be led by Laurie McDonough Greaney of the Battle of Rhode Island Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The discussion will examine the British raid, the local response, and additional research about the men involved. The listing identifies Prudence Island as the location.

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