Sibyl Luttington, the Forgotten Rider

Sibyl Luttington, born in 1761, undertook a remarkable ride through wooded territory at the age of 16 to muster her father's forces and aid the town of Danbury during the Revolutionary War. Despite her courageous act, Sibyl's story was overshadowed by Paul Revere's famous ride, which became well-known thanks to a historically inaccurate poem written long after the event. Sibyl's gender and lack of public prominence contributed to her story being overlooked for many years, but efforts have been made to honor her with statues, markers, and commemoration. Her ride and the lesser-known details of her life highlight the complexities of historical recognition and the impact of literary works on shaping our understanding of events.