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Learn about DePeyster Civil War general Saturday in Canton

Posted 9/23/16

CANTON -- Newton Martin Curtis, a farmer, teacher, and Post Master from the small town of DePeyster, went on to become a Brigadier General during the Civil War, a Medal of Honor recipient, and New …

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Learn about DePeyster Civil War general Saturday in Canton

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CANTON -- Newton Martin Curtis, a farmer, teacher, and Post Master from the small town of DePeyster, went on to become a Brigadier General during the Civil War, a Medal of Honor recipient, and New York State Congressman.

Learn more when Ron Day discusses the life of General Newton Martin Curtis the next SLCHA Civil War Roundtable Sunday, Sept. 25, 2 p.m. at the St. Lawrence County Historical Association, Silas Wright House, 3 East Main St.

After the Round Table, participants are welcome to view the Historical Association’s exhibit about Curtis and his military career – General N.M. Curtis: Hero of Fort Fisher

For more information, call the SLCHA at 386-8133 or e-mail info@slcha.org.