Lecture: Washington and the Marquis de Chastellux
Dey Mansion is proud to welcome Dr. Iris de Rode for a special lecture on the historic 1780 meeting between General George Washington and the Marquis de Chastellux, which took place on this very site.
A major general in Rochambeau’s expeditionary force, Chastellux was responsible for logistics, strategic planning, and—most importantly—served as the essential liaison between General Rochambeau and General Washington. Over the course of the campaign, Washington and Chastellux formed a deep friendship that not only strengthened the Franco-American alliance but also helped shape the outcome of the Revolutionary War.
Drawing from Chastellux’s long-forgotten private papers—rediscovered by Dr. de Rode in the Chastellux family château in Burgundy—this lecture will bring their transformative encounter to life and offer new insights into the human foundations of one of history’s most consequential alliances.
Light refreshments will be provided by High Societea Tea in Wayne. The program is Free and Open to the Public.
To RSVP call 973-706-6640 or email deymansion@passaiccountynj.org
