Sink or Be Sunk! is an original one-act play written for the Hancock County Historical Society. It is based on the well-researched book of the same name by HCHS member and historian Paul Estronza La Violette. The play recounts events in December of 1814 during the War of 1812 when the British navy arrived in Mississippi Gulf Coast waters. Two naval battles occurred at that time – one in the Bay of St. Louis and one in nearby Lake Borgne.
Two performances have been scheduled on Saturday, September 28 at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. A proposed school performance for local Mississippi history students on Friday, September 27. The Community Hall is centrally located in Bay St. Louis. It has ample parking and is ADA compliant.
There will be displays in the lobby with more information and history.
There will be no admission fee, but reservations are suggested. Reservations can be made on the play website https://hancock39520.wixsite.com/sink-or-be-sunk
