Wolfe's Family Vault in the Crypt of St Alfege Church

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Little is known – and little can be found – about Henrietta Thompson-Wolfe, mother of General James Wolfe who led British forces in the conquest of Quebec. Join Ed Katz, Tour Guide at Quebec House – where the Wolfe family lived and James was born – to hear about his research around this fascinating, overlooked character.

* This talk is FREE, no booking required.  

An opportunity to visit the Crypt, where the Wolfe family is buried, will be offered before and after the talk. If you’d like to add a FREE visit to the Crypt, please book your space as places are limited. Two slots available: 1.30pm and 3pm. The visit will last about 30 minutes. Click here to book your place. 

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Character in Focus - The woman behind the hero: Henrietta Wolfe and her life in Greenwich

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St Alfege Church, 3 Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 9BJ
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