Larchmont Remembered

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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

South Kingstown Public Library: Peace Dale Library

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10/29/2024 06:30 PM 10/29/2024 07:30 PM America/Anguilla Larchmont Remembered Join Providence Journal columnist Dan Harrington for this true story of the long-forgotten sinking of the steamship Larchmont off Watch Hill, RI in February 1907. Amidst gale-force winds and 20-foot waves, the Larchmont collided with the schooner Harry Knowlton three miles off shore. Passengers and crew had little chance of survival in the brutal conditions. This illustrated presentation includes eyewitness accounts, never-before-seen photographs, and a story of tragedy and heroism that will leave you deeply moved. Sponsored by the Friends of the Peace Dale Library.Event LinksWebsite: https://go.evvnt.com/2681075-0 Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/providence/events/south-kingstown-public-library-peace-dale-library/larchmont-remembered-317881?ref=uceaddevent South Kingstown Public Library: Peace Dale Library, 1057 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown, RI, 02879

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Join Providence Journal columnist Dan Harrington for this true story of the long-forgotten sinking of the steamship Larchmont off Watch Hill, RI in February 1907. Amidst gale-force winds and 20-foot waves, the Larchmont collided with the schooner Harry Knowlton three miles off shore. Passengers and crew had little chance of survival in the brutal conditions. This illustrated presentation includes eyewitness accounts, never-before-seen photographs, and a story of tragedy and heroism that will leave you deeply moved. Sponsored by the Friends of the Peace Dale Library.

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