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Faith and Revolution #9: In Celebration of Peace: The Moravians of Winston-Salem and the Psalm of Joy
Posted September 29, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution
In previous posts in this series on the Moravians and the American Revolution we have looked at the varying ways members of the church responded to this tumultuous time, ranging […]
Faith and Revolution #8: A Revolutionary Coincidence: John Henry Antes, the Fair Trade Men, and their Declaration of Independence
Posted August 26, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution, General
In earlier posts in this series we have explored how Moravians in well-established communities such as Bethlehem and Lancaster responded to the American Revolution. This month we would like to […]
Faith and Revolution #7: Moravians and the Announcement of the Declaration of Independence
Posted July 7, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution
As readers are likely aware, 2026 marks the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, of the establishment of the United States with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Lesser known is […]
Faith and Revolution #6: Moravian Pacifism in the Aftermath of Revolution: John Ettwein and Alexander Hamilton’s Meeting in Bethlehem
Posted June 23, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution
In previous posts in this series we have looked at how the Moravians responded to the American Revolution, including their interactions with notable figures such as George Washington and Benjamin […]
Faith and Revolution #5: Moravians and Medicine – The Military Hospital at Lititz
Posted May 26, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution
One aspect of the Moravian Church’s experience during the American Revolution that has received much attention over the years is the role of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, as a hospital for wounded […]
Faith and Revolution #4: Relics of the Revolution – A Moravian’s Views on the American Revolution a Century Later
Posted April 24, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution
Our on-going monthly series highlighting collection materials to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence continues! Want the next post delivered to your inbox? Subscribe to our mailing […]
Faith and Revolution #3: Gustav Ewald Shewkirk – A Moravian Loyalist in New York City
Posted March 19, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution, General
As this year marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence we will be publishing a series of monthly posts highlighting collection materials that illuminates different aspects of the […]
Faith and Revolution #2: William Henry – Moravian and Revolutionary
Posted February 25, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution, General
As this year marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence we will be publishing a series of monthly posts highlighting collection materials that illuminates different aspects of the […]
Faith and Revolution #1: Moravians, Pacifism, and Benjamin Franklin
Posted January 30, 2026 in Digital Access, Faith and Revolution, General
As this year marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence we will be publishing a series of monthly posts highlighting collection materials that illuminates different aspects of the […]
Digital Collections Spotlight 65: Valley Forge
Posted December 17, 2025 in Digital Access
On December 19th, 1777, the Continental Army led by George Washington established their winter camp at Valley Forge, near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Over the next six months the army dealt with […]