Meet the woman who hoodwinked George Washington’s army! A Massachusetts. native, Deborah Sampson is the only woman known to have disguised herself as a man and serve as a soldier in the Continental Army without getting caught!

In honor of the 250th -anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Deborah is coming to tell her story. Learn about the close calls, mountainous obstacles, and head-scratching conundrums this farm girl faced as, without support from family or friends, she risked humiliation and imprisonment to help free the colonies from English rule.

Find out the story-behind-the-story of this principled, dangerous deception and the character of the quiet rebel who pulled it off.

Janet Parnes, of Historical Portrayals by Lady J, will portray Deborah Sampson.

About Janet Parnes
As the founder and principal of Historical Portrayals by Lady, Janet Parnes has been delighting and educating audiences ages 7-adult with historical-character portrayals for more than 20 years. Her portrayals whisk audiences back into life into the Colonial, Federalist, Victorian, and World-War eras. Janet’s extensive research, attention to detail, and writing talent result in historically accurate, entertaining performances. Audiences feel as if they are chatting with a friend. They chuckle, marvel, and, at times, cringe!

Janet has had the privilege of performing at the Massachusetts State House, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum, and numerous libraries, schools and museums. She relishes opportunities to help audiences of all ages develop a deeper appreciation of the richness of American history and the sacrifices and contributions of the women (and men) who were part of its evolution.

Janet has appeared in publications that include The Boston Globe, Metro West Daily News, Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Patriot Ledger, Daily Transcript, RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist), Bon Voyager and numerous local papers.  For more information visit www.women-history.com.

Registration is not required, only encouraged.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of Boyden Library - in memory of Ann Clark.