Dee Collier presents: Deborah Sampson, Revolutionary War Soldier

Imagine having such strong patriotic feelings that you enroll as a soldier, passing yourself off as a man for 18 months! Despite being wounded in battle, she still hid her identity, even treating gun-shot wounds herself. Deborah has the distinction of being the first woman to receive a military pension and is the Official Heroine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  Come hear what gave Deborah these strong convictions and determination and how her story resonates with people today.