Last Bergen County Revolutionary War Roundtable Set For Wednesday

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — The Bergen250 Program will host the final Revolutionary War Roundtable in its fall series on Wednesday in Hackensack.

The series has been part of Bergen250, Bergen County’s initiative to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. It highlights the county’s role in the nation’s founding and engages the public through lectures, events, and community programming.

On Wednesday, historian Robb Haberman will deliver a lecture titled “Surviving Through Community: Sgt. James Selkirk at the Morristown and Pompton Encampments.”

According to the county of Bergen, the talk will focus on "The remarkable story of Sgt. James Selkirk, a Continental soldier whose experiences at the Morristown and Pompton encampments highlight the critical role of community in sustaining the army through hardship. Haberman will examine how Selkirk and his fellow soldiers endured the challenges of winter encampments, relying on networks of support, resilience, and shared sacrifice to survive and continue the fight for independence."

The event will take place at 7 p.m. at the 4th Floor Learning Center at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack.

They county said the talk will offer attendees "an opportunity to gain fresh insight into the lived experiences of Revolutionary War soldiers. Haberman, known for his engaging research on everyday lives during the Revolution, will bring to life the struggles and perseverance of Selkirk and his comrades, underscoring the importance of community bonds in the broader fight for liberty."

Admission is free and open to the public, but seating is limited, so arrive early, the county suggests.

For more information, visit www.Bergen250.com.