
Anglican William White (1748-1836), rector of Christ Church in Philadelphia, and Presbyterian George Duffield served as chaplains to Congress during that body's stay in York Town. Here, William White is seen in a panel painted in connection with the 150th anniversary of the adoption of the Articles of Confederation in 1927. He stayed with a Lutheran pastor named Kurtz in York. Background posts: Research topic: 18th-century helicopter could have aided pastor, Declaration signer's marker mounted in obscurity and York church gained new cupola by 'stealth' .
Anne Eckert Johnson was born in Gettysburg but lives in Richmond, Va.
She is seeking information on the Kurtz family that goes back generations in York County.
Here's a recent request: ...
Continue reading Famed Anglican William White ministered to Continental Congress in York.



