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At Monticello
Thomas Jefferson (aka Bill Barker) invites DSDI’s Lucy Duke Tonacci to Monticello on the first day of opening June 13 after the coronavirus closing. Masks and six-foot separation were required. Mr. Jefferson normally calls Lucy “Ms. Lee” in recognition of … Continue reading
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Wives of the Signers: Lucy Grymes Nelson
Lucy Grymes was most likely born in Williamsburg on September 4, 1743.[1] According to her daughter, Susanna, Lucy was a premature baby so small she “might have been put in a quart Pot”.[2] Her father, Philip Ludwell Grymes (1721-1762) of Brandon … Continue reading
Posted in Signers by state, Virginia
Tagged Declaration of Independence, Signer, Thomas Nelson
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Enjoying Spring and exploring history at Stratford Hall
The glorious Spring weather brought 94 DSDI members and their families to Stratford Hall, Va., April 20-22 to enjoy a weekend full of history and fun. We learned about the Lee family, climbed the chimney, searched for 15-million-year-old fossils, tasted … Continue reading
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Mr. Jefferson stars at DSDI meeting in Charlottesville
Thomas Jefferson was the highlight of DSDI’s spring meeting in Charlottesville, Va., March 31-April 2. More than 80 DSDI members, spouses and guests enjoyed the beautiful environs as they explored colonial history and the contributions of a Founding Father. The … Continue reading
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Spring Meeting in Charlottesville
The spring General Meeting of DSDI will be held in Charlottesville, Va., March 31-April 2, 2017. A room block has been reserved at the Boar’s Head Inn. The invitation for this meeting will specify local hotels as a backup in … Continue reading
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