The Rhode Island Historical Society is pleased to present a six-part educator professional development series in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, made possible by support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Join us as we welcome writer Andrew Waters on Tuesday, November 10th, at 4:30 pm for the presentation Nathanael Greene, Rhode Island, and the Race to the Dan, the second workshop in the series.
In this program, Waters explores how Nathanael Greene’s Rhode Island upbringing shaped his military leadership during the Revolutionary War, focusing on the Race to the Dan—Greene’s strategic retreat across North and South Carolina. As commander of the Continental Army’s overmatched Southern Department, Greene relied on adaptation, resilience, and critical thinking to outmaneuver Charles Cornwallis and help prevent the British from regaining control of the South. Through pivotal moments in the Race to the Dan, Waters examines how Greene’s early life and experiences in Rhode Island influenced the leadership qualities that made his campaign so consequential.
All educators who attend will receive a $100 stipend and a letter for 1.5 hours of professional development. This workshop is for Rhode Island educators only.
Andrew Waters is the author of three books on the American Revolution in the South, including To the End of the World: Nathanael Greene, Charles Cornwallis, and the Race to the Dan. His most recent book, Backcountry War: The Rise of Francis Marion, Banastre Tarleton, and Thomas Sumter was a finalist for the American Battlefield Trust’s “Book Prize for History.” After an early career in editing and publishing, he has spent the majority of his career working in land conservation. Andrew is a North Carolina native, where he currently resides with his wife, Anne, and cat, Romeo.
This program has been made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy Demands Wisdom.
The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state's oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island's past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st -century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest. As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.
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