Welcome to your Diamond6 resource page!
Here you will find some important information for your upcoming workshop in Yorktown, Virginia where we’ll be using this pivotal battle in the Revolutionary War as a case study to discuss individual and organizational leadership.
Below you will find information important to your workshop. These materials are chosen and designed to help you get the most out of your experience. We suggest taking some time to become familiar with what is here. You can come back at any time to access the materials.
Enjoy and we'll see you soon!
The Diamond6 Team
Questions? Email us.
Not a history buff? Not a problem!
You do not have to be a historian or even be all that interested in history to have some powerful takeaways during this workshop. We will not be taking you on a history tour. Rather, we will be using history as a case study for analyzing modern day leadership challenges.
However, it is helpful to do a little preparation for the workshop so you have a very basic idea of the "who's who" and "what's what" of the Battle of Yorktown. This resource page will help you understand the leadership lessons we will discuss and be able to participate in discussions with your team.
Now Or Never: Yorktown Campaign of 1781
George Washington's Continental Army has fought for five long years to drive the British from American soil. Now, with the aid of French land and naval forces, that time may be near. Washington and his allies have surrounded the British at Yorktown, Virginia. The dream of American independence hangs in the balance.
Learn more about the Revolutionary War: https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-revolutionary-war
yorktown is full of valuable and informative places and landmarks.
These important places will further highlight and illustrate the events that took place during the battle.
Discover what it took for the United States to be independent as you explore the site of the last major battle of the Revolutionary War. Here at Yorktown, in the fall of 1781, General George Washington, with allied American and French forces, besieged General Charles Lord Cornwallis’s British army. On October 19, Cornwallis surrendered, effectively ending the war and ensuring independence.
Experience the largest outdoor educational living museum in the country, through immersive and authentic 18th-century programming for our guests.
Got questions? We've got answers!
We want to make sure you get the most out of your workshop and are comfortable during your time here. Below is a list of the questions we get asked the most. Have a question that's not listed? Email us and one of our team members will get you an answer ASAP.
What is the dress code? This is a very casual day. Please wear jeans, shorts, or comfortable pants. Sneakers, light hiking shoes, or comfortable walking shoes are recommended. It is also a good idea to bring a hat or baseball cap, sunscreen, light jacket/rain coat, and camera. This workshop takes place rain or shine. We DO NOT recommend skirts, sandals, or high heels.
What is the weather like? The weather is rain or shine. Be sure to check the weather forecast on www.weather.com before you arrive.
Ticks? Ticks are common, however, not all ticks carry Lyme Disease. Although the likelihood of finding a tick is remote, the best way to protect yourself is to wear light colored long pants and closed toe shoes as you will be walking on the battlefield. Always check your clothing and body afterwards for any unwanted visitors.
How are we getting around? We will be traveling via bus, with water and snacks.
We’re moving around a lot. How will we all stay together? This is a common concern. However, we have many tricks and tactics for making sure we don’t leave anyone behind. The group will have a schedule of the day’s events and will always be briefed on what time and where to meet before departing or given free time. We haven’t lost anyone so far and we’ll make sure you aren’t the first!
Can we take photos during the workshop? Yes! We encourage photos throughout your time with us, however please refrain from videotaping or taking photos of slide presentations, during the seminars.
