The History of Alcohol at Bethabara

Timeline of Moravians and Alcohol in and Beyond Bethabara

Background Knowledge

This timeline focuses on significant events regarding the Moravians in North America and Bethabara. There is a particular focus on how alcohol was ever-present in Bethabara's economy, trade, and the diets of Bretheren.

1752 CE

1753 CE

1756 CE

June 17, 1762 CE
Hendrich Fieldhausen Banished

1757 CE


1763 CE


1774 CE
Trade and Profession Slows at Bethabara
1775 CE
Second Tavern Built
1777 CE - December 1, 1778 CE
Second Brewery Built

1766 CE

1802 CE

1803 CE