Ken Bancroft Public History

05/05/2026

Proud to present my latest work on the Revolutionary War diary of Englishman Nicholas Cresswell. Cresswell had a difficult time navigating the uncertainty of revolution and suspicion of being a Tory. His relationship with Thomson Mason, the younger brother of Founding Father George Mason, is extraordinary and entertaining, and says a lot about fidelity and honor.

04/20/2026

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03/24/2026

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03/13/2026

So thankful to be invited to present and appreciate of those who joined the call.

02/27/2026

Coming soon on March 9, my presentation on Nicholas Cresswell Journals for the Alexandria Historical Society. Registration is free.

An English Tory in Old Town: an Examination of the Journals of Nicholas Cresswell by Kenneth Bancroft. In the early years of the American Revolution, a young Englishman was caught between his loyal…

01/23/2026

Alexandria Historical Society Zoom Meeting, March 9, 2026 7pm

An English Tory in Old Town: an Examination of the Journals of Nicholas Cresswell by Kenneth Bancroft In the early years of the American Revolution, a young Englishman was caught between his loyalty to the crown and his ambition in Virginia. The Journals of Nicholas Cresswell offer a unique primary source on life in the colonies on the eve of the Revolution from what could be described as a ‘Tory’ point of view....

An English Tory in Old Town: an Examination of the Journals of Nicholas Cresswell by Kenneth Bancroft In the early years of the American Revolution, a young Englishman was caught between his loyalt…

01/16/2026

Did you know that the Clements Library University of Michigan has 58 copies of Common Sense in 54 editions (including French!) Great meeting about a new exhibit discussing the importance of this book to the American Revolution and others…

01/15/2026

Some interesting events coming up if February

01/08/2026

A little piece of NVA history that is often overlooked. This was one of ‘Light Horse’ Harry Lee’s many failed investments, unfortunately, which partially les to his ruin.

01/07/2026

VPHA at Welbourne Manor

Middleburg, VA Originally built in 1775, the house has been in the care of the Dulany family since 1833. It has seen its share of Loudoun history. The event featured Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area’s Travis Shaw who discussed the history of Welborne Manor and the Dulany family.

Middleburg, VA Originally built in 1775, the house has been in the care of the Dulany family since 1833. It has seen its share of Loudoun history. The event featured Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area…