Meeting/Lunch at WEPCO
Join Us This Wednesday — Guest Speaker Edward Hynes
An Enthralling Look at the Origins of The Star-Spangled Banner
Kick off the new year with a fascinating and entertaining Kiwanis lunch program as we welcome Edward Hynes for an engaging presentation on the surprising and dramatic origins of our national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner.
Edward Hynes is a historian and researcher with a deep focus on early American history and the cultural context surrounding the War of 1812. His work explores the origins, evolution, and lasting significance of The Star-Spangled Banner and the historical events that shaped our national identity. Discover the history, stories, and little-known details behind one of America’s most iconic songs — told in a lively and insightful style that is sure to capture your curiosity.
Agenda
12:15 PM — Meeting begins
12:30 PM — Lunch is served
1:00–1:30 PM — Speaker presentation and Q&A
We look forward to seeing you there!
📅 Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
🕛 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 WEPCO Parish Hall, 48 New Canaan Road, Wilton, CT
Full Event Images
About Edward Hynes
Ed Hynes, CFA was born and raised in Wilton, CT. He attended Wilton High School where he played both football and lacrosse. In 1977 Ed graduated from The George Washington University in Washington D.C. with a B.A. in Political Science. He subsequently spent most of his career in financial services. As an equity analyst, institutional salesperson and trader he worked with some of the premier investment banking firms in many of the world’s leading financial centers including New York, Tokyo, London, Chicago and San Francisco. In 2001 Ed became a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder and is currently a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch in Westport, CT.
Ed first became interested in the Revolutionary War as a child when he learned his neighbor’s house was partially burned by the British during the Danbury Raid in 1777. He and his wife are fascinated by history and have visited many important battlefields both here and abroad. Ed currently lives in Norwalk.
Last Updated: January 5, 2026 by saulwgoldberg
Meeting/Lunch at WEPCO – Jan. 7, 2026
Meeting/Lunch at WEPCO
Join Us This Wednesday — Guest Speaker Edward Hynes
An Enthralling Look at the Origins of The Star-Spangled Banner
Kick off the new year with a fascinating and entertaining Kiwanis lunch program as we welcome Edward Hynes for an engaging presentation on the surprising and dramatic origins of our national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner.
Edward Hynes is a historian and researcher with a deep focus on early American history and the cultural context surrounding the War of 1812. His work explores the origins, evolution, and lasting significance of The Star-Spangled Banner and the historical events that shaped our national identity. Discover the history, stories, and little-known details behind one of America’s most iconic songs — told in a lively and insightful style that is sure to capture your curiosity.
Agenda
12:15 PM — Meeting begins
12:30 PM — Lunch is served
1:00–1:30 PM — Speaker presentation and Q&A
We look forward to seeing you there!
📅 Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
🕛 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 WEPCO Parish Hall, 48 New Canaan Road, Wilton, CT
Full Event Images
About Edward Hynes
Ed Hynes, CFA was born and raised in Wilton, CT. He attended Wilton High School where he played both football and lacrosse. In 1977 Ed graduated from The George Washington University in Washington D.C. with a B.A. in Political Science. He subsequently spent most of his career in financial services. As an equity analyst, institutional salesperson and trader he worked with some of the premier investment banking firms in many of the world’s leading financial centers including New York, Tokyo, London, Chicago and San Francisco. In 2001 Ed became a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder and is currently a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch in Westport, CT.
Ed first became interested in the Revolutionary War as a child when he learned his neighbor’s house was partially burned by the British during the Danbury Raid in 1777. He and his wife are fascinated by history and have visited many important battlefields both here and abroad. Ed currently lives in Norwalk.
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