Historian Don Sharp recently re-emphasized the importance of Lacombe area resident James Rumsey and his contributions to the founding American republic. Rumsey was friends with Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson, served as George Washington's Chief Engineer, and contributed much to the prosperity of the young country by inventing steam-engine propelled watercraft.
While much is known about the last 12 years of Rumsey's life, Don Sharp has discovered a wealth of information about Rumsey's early life: his ups and downs, accomplishments and disappointments.
To watch Don's video presentation, click on the link below.
