Learn About The Battle Of Paoli At Wayne's Black Powder Tavern

WAYNE, PA — Wayne's Black Powder Tavern is gearing up for a dinner with history as part of its Historic Dinner Series.

From 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17, the series will feature the Battle of Paoli. A full menu for the dinner is listed below.

Speaker Jim Christ will teach attendees about how British General Charles “No Flint” Grey led around 2,000 men at night into the Great Valley to surprise over 2,000 of General Anthony Wayne’s men and 2,100 Maryland Militia under General William Smallwood.

The Battle of Paoli was the ninth bloodiest battle of the revolutionary war

"Remember Paoli" is the nation’s first battle cry and was born of the battle that was fought in Malvern on night of Sept. 20, 1777.

After the dinner attendees can participate in a question and after session with complimentary dinner and mini desserts.

The dinner costs $45 — tax & gratuity included.

Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call (610) 293-9333 to book your spot.

The Black Powder Tavern is located at 1164 Valley Forge Road in Wayne

See the night's menu below:

Entrees

• Chicken Parmesan — Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara, Linguini
• Grilled Salmon — Grilled Salmon with Herb Butter served with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans
• Braised Short Rib — Served with Mashed Potatoes and a Marsala Wine Demi Sauce

Desserts

• Mini Sweets

Beverages

• Yards Thomas Jefferson Golden Ale
• Yards George Washington Porter
• Soft drinks
• Coffee

Light hors d'ouvres will be served at the reception from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.