LHS Presents: Smallpox in 18th Century Longmeadow and its Influence on the Course of the Revolution with Dr. Al McKEE In-Person
During the American Revolution, patriots battled not only the British and British mercenaries but also disease. Early in the war, smallpox caused a great deal of illness, many deaths and effected the course of battles. Making use of recent published research and local primary source material, Dr. Al McKee will review some history of smallpox prior to the revolution, will discuss inoculation and some of the politics of inoculation and how it impacted the war effort. He will then share information and stories about smallpox in Longmeadow and surrounding communities.
Dr. McKee is a local physician, historian and president of the Longmeadow Historical Society.
This program helps Longmeadow Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution and is sponsored by the Longmeadow Historical Society.
Please Register in Advance.
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Time:
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Betty Ann Low Meeting Room
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Health & Wellness History Rev250 Special Interest Discussion