From Battlefields to Family Bonds: The Mercer-Weedon Story

Step into the fascinating world of Revolutionary Fredericksburg, where the intertwined lives of General Mercer and General Weedon shaped both history and family legacy. Discover how these two patriots not only contributed significantly to the American Revolution but also forged deep personal bonds—marrying sisters and supporting each other’s families through times of hardship. Explore the story of the historic Sentry Box, built by General Weedon in 1786, and learn how the Mercer and Weedon families’ acts of courage and compassion left a lasting mark on their Fredericksburg community.

Speaker: Charles McDaniel, Business leader, Weedon descendant and current owner of the Sentry Box

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