Editor’s note: In June 2015, I traveled to Philadelphia to see L’Hermione, the replica of the original 18th century frigate that Marquis de La Fayette sailed to America in 1780 to help Gen. George Washington defeat the British. The replica was on an east coast tour participating in the Tall Ships Festival before the ship…
Philly Welcomed L’Hermione and 18th Century History
On June 26, 2015, L'Hermione, the replica of the original 18th century tall ship, docked in Philadelphia while participating in the Tall Ships Festival along the east coast. (Photo: RET in Philly on June 26, 2015)