The lectures at Bowman’s Folly on October 3, 2026 with Eastern Shore historians Dr. David Scott and Dennis Custis explored the life and legacy of General John Cropper, one of Virginia’s Eastern Shore’s most distinguished Revolutionary-era leaders. Shore History has captured 2 videos of these lectures that we would like to share.

Part 1 is Dr. David Scott as he shares his research on General Cropper and his place in the history of Virginia and the American Revolution.

Part 2 is Dennis Custis as he brings his extensive knowledge of local history to the story of General Cropper, his Revolutionary-era service, and his connections to Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

Click on Links below to view the You Tube videos