Essex National Heritage Commission

We all learn about the land battles that began the American Revolution, but less is known about the merchants and mariners who risked their livelihoods and lives to take the battle to the British on the high seas. This lecture will explore the world of the privateersmen and navy sailors who supplied one of Essex...

Captain Michael Rutstein recounts the events leading to the battle between schooner Hannah and HMS Nautilus, Oct. 1775. Join Captain Michael Rutstein as he covers the events leading up to the famous battle between the armed schooner Hannah and HMS Nautilus in October 1775. He will walk us step by step through the engagement, and...