Lydia Darragh eavesdrops on a British planning meeting in her home.
On the evening of December 2, 1777, Lydia Darragh was confined to her room while British officers conducted a strategic meeting in her parlor. Seizing the opportunity, Lydia stealthily listened through a keyhole, learning details of a British surprise attack planned for the Continental Army. Her act of eavesdropping was perilous, given the retribution faced by those considered spies, showcasing her courage and the precarious nature of espionage during wartime.