Bergen250 proudly presents Tim Adriance: Roots of Resistance: Why Some Jersey Dutch Joined the Patriot Cause in the Revolution

Bergen County is rich in Revolutionary War history. During the Revolution, the county’s population was primarily comprised of a distinct cultural group known as the Jersey Dutch. While most residents aligned with the British, a significant minority of the Jersey Dutch took the courageous step of supporting the Patriot movement. But what motivated this decision? This program delves into the underlying factors that took shape more than a century prior to 1776. Join us to discover the long-held cultural and personal beliefs that ignited the quest for independence.