Public Presentation: New Jersey's Revolutionary Rivalry, the
Untold Story of Col. Tye & Capt. Huddy by Rick Gerffken
Wednesday, March 18th at Bahrs Landing Restaurant, Highlands.
6:30pm: Coffee and cookies 7:00pm: Presentation 8:30pm Close
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The intriguing and little-known story of the Revolutionary War conflicts between a runaway slave called Col. Tye fighting for the British and his Patriot foe.
Runaway British fighters >>
<< Col. Huddy being taken from prison.
The extralegal hanging of militia Capt. Joshua Huddy in Highlands, New Jersey created an interrnational incident when George Washington resolved to hang a British P.O.W. in retribution.
These incidents threatened the success of the Paris Peace Treaty talks which were saved by the intervention of the Queen of France, Marie Antoinette.
About Rick Geffken
Rick Geffken is a well known of local historian and author. In 2023, he was recognized for historical contributions by The Monmouth County Historical Association and the Monmouth County Clerk for his efforts in the preservation and knowledge of Monmouth County history. The Monmouth County Genealogy Society awarded Rick the Barbara Carver Smith Distinguished Service Award in 2025.
A former U.S. Army officer and Viet Nam veteran, Rick retired from a career with Hewlett-Packard. He earned a BS from St. Peter’s University, a Teaching Certificate from Monmouth University, and an MA from Montclair State University. Rick’s books include:
The Story of Shrewsbury Revisited, 1965-2015
Lost Amusement Parks of the North Jersey Shore
Hidden History of Monmouth County
To Preserve & Protect, profiles of people who recorded the history and heritage of Monmouth County, New Jersey
Stories of Slavery in New Jersey.
New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry, the Untold Story of Col. Tye vs. Capt. Huddy
Navesink Maritime Heritage Association
Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach.
Contact: myhumphreys@gmail.com
