Cardinal News 250

Ep 28: The Cardinal News 250 Trivia Challenge, Part 2

Dutchie M Jessee Season 1 Episode 28

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Think you know Virginia’s Revolutionary War history? Think again.

In Part 2 of our Cardinal 250 trivia series, host Dutchie Jessee and founding editor Dwayne Yancey uncover more surprising stories from Virginia’s path to independence. Discover the county that first voted for independence, the free Black hero of the Battle of Great Bridge, the enslaved sailors who helped launch Virginia’s navy, and the legendary soldier known as the “Hercules of Independence.”

You'll also hear the remarkable ride of Jack Jouett, why Thomas Jefferson wanted Norfolk destroyed, and the unusual dinner that followed the British surrender at Yorktown.

Test your knowledge and explore the people, places, and events that helped shape America—but are often left out of the history books.