Saturday, December 4, at 2 p.m. at the Wyckoff-Garretson House, 215 S. Middlebush Rd., Somerset "The War Man‟ An intimate portrait of an American Revolution Soldier "The War Man‟ An intimate portrait of an American Revolution Soldier - Author Robert A. Mayers In 1775, the first year of the American Revolution, Congress made an appeal for troops. The resulting army of citizen-soldiers began what for many would be more than five years of battle and deprivation. Their consolation, however, was that they would ultimately defeat the most powerful army of the age and win independence for the new country of America. John Allison, a New York farmer, answered the call to arms in 1775, joining the Continental Army's 3rd New York Infantry. Allison was surrounded by like-minded volunteers, yet all were equally unprepared for campaigning. Despite the lack of training, equipment, and clothing, Allison and the rest of his company found themselves marching toward Quebec knee-deep in snow as part of the unsuccessful American invasion of Canada. ROBERT A. MAYERS is a Watchung author who served as a combat officer in the Navy and Marine Corps. He is a former executive of a human resources consulting firm. Admission is $10/ person. The event begins at 2 p.m. at the Wyckoff-Garretson House, 215 S. Middlebush Rd., Somerset, followed by Q&A and refreshments. Books will be available for sale and signing at $20 each. Mr. Mayers is a direct descendant of John Allison. Reservations to 732-560-1977 or to chrisflp@aol.com