Digitize Your History

Digitize Your History

Digitize Your History

German Sabotage and Espionage in the US during WWI

Guest speaker James Calaski Get ready for a gripping dive into the shadows of WWI, right here on American soil! This presentation uncovers the shocking truth about German espionage and sabotage in the US. Discover the clandestine battle waged by Imperial Germany's spy......More

Guest speaker James Calaski Get ready for a gripping dive into the shadows of WWI, right here on American soil! This presentation uncovers the shocking truth about German espionage and sabotage in the US. Discover the clandestine battle waged by Imperial Germany's spy network, designed to cripple American industry and undermine neutrality. The presentation will expose the chilling details of the Black Tom Explosion, a catastrophic blast that rocked New York Harbor, and the Kingsland Explosion, another act of calculated sabotage in the heart of New Jersey. This isn't just history; it's a pulse-pounding tale of undercover agents, daring plots, and the desperate fight to protect a nation on the precipice of war. Don't miss this thrilling exploration of a forgotten front! Registration encouraged.

GSBC: To Be Announced

GSBC: To Be Announced

Explore the Hidden Archive

Explore the Hidden Archive

GSBC: To Be Announced

The Turncoat and the Patriot (SK)

William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin, was the last royalist governor of New Jersey. John Fell, "the great Tory hunter," led the local opposition to the British during that time.  Although their paths probably never crossed, their dual lives provide a unique ......More

William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin, was the last royalist governor of New Jersey. John Fell, "the great Tory hunter," led the local opposition to the British during that time.  Although their paths probably never crossed, their dual lives provide a unique look at New Jersey in Revolutionary times.  In advance of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, noted local author Jim Wright will talk about these two exceptional men, their legacies, and the reason Ridgewoodians should be upset about the name of a certain highway.