Lucy Keegan
Lexington,MA
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development. Lover of history and historical research.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Historical Researcher/Content Writer Intern
Colonial Williamsburg
Willisburg, VA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with museum staff to evaluate historical works and recommend optimal inclusions for current collections or exhibits.
- Wrote articles for publication on the Colonial Williamsburg website.
- Made recommendations to and proposed potential exhibitions.
- Worked with curators in historical archives.
- Collaborated with other historians on joint research projects.
Battalion S3
College of William and Mary, ROTC
Williamsburg, VA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversaw battalion training operations with a staff of 10.
- Planned and oversaw the planning of all battalion FTXs (field training exercises), multiple battalion balls, and supported higher-level operations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army National Guard
Williamsburg, VA
06.2022 - 05.2025
- SPC in the US Army C-BTRY, 1-111 FA in VA.
- Worked on both M119 and M777 systems.
- Assisted in setting up firing positions and camouflage techniques.
- Prepared reports on performance of weapons systems during exercises or drills.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Performed maintenance on weapons, vehicles, and other equipment related to the mission.
Historical Interpreter
George Washington Speaks Website
Seattle, WA
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Portrayed Elizabeth Pinckney after extensive research in several videos on the website, which were made publicly available.
- Provided dance and etiquette lessons.
- Demonstrated popular songs of the time.
- Engaged in battle reenactements
- Sewed historical clothing.
- Visited schools to provide demonstrations and portray Eliza Pinckney.
Historical Interpreter
Northwest Colonial Association
SEATTLE, WA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Worked at various living history events both in historical personas and providing historical demonstrations.
- Used 18th century weapons (muskets, pistols).
- Portrayed Elizabeth Pinckney after extensive research.
- Provided dance and etiquette lessons.
- Demonstrated popular songs of the time.
- Engaged in battle reenactements
- Sewed historical clothing.
French Tutor
Seattle Central College
SEATTLE, WA
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Tutor other students in French speaking and writing as President of the French Club
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase club membership increasing membership from 2 to 15 participants.
- Organized club activities to improve and practice language skills.
Education
History
College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA08-2025
Skills
- Historical interpretation and archival experience
- Research skills
- French language skills
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Written communication
- Dependable and responsible
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Other Club/Activity 20 hr/wk, Sewing. Home-based crafts and business. Self-taught seamstress. Create 1700’s gowns as well as historical and fantasy cloaks entirely by hand. 80-150 hrs of work per gown.
Accomplishments
- Vice President's Medal, Seattle Central College
- Army ROTC Distinguished Military Graduate
- Nancy Bedford Award for French Studies
- Society of 1812 Award
- US Army Veteren's Purple Heart Award (Not a US Army Purple Heart commendation)
- Honor Graduate, US Army 13B Advanced Individual Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Historical Researcher/Content Writer Intern
Colonial Williamsburg
09.2024 - 05.2025
Battalion S3
College of William and Mary, ROTC
09.2024 - 05.2025
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army National Guard
06.2022 - 05.2025
French Tutor
Seattle Central College
01.2019 - 05.2020
Historical Interpreter
George Washington Speaks Website
08.2018 - 08.2021
Historical Interpreter
Northwest Colonial Association
06.2018 - 08.2021
History
College of William And Mary
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