When we think of the rebellious colonies, very few think of the smallest one.
May 4, 1776, Rhode Island became the first American colony to formally renounce allegiance to King George III and declare independence, passing the "Act of Renunciation" two months before the Continental Congress. The colony's General Assembly severed ties, removed the King’s name from official documents, and established a sovereign state
This weekend's Old Falls Revolutionary War Encampment and Battles will recognize the 250th anniversary of America’s independence.
More info: www.gmtoday.com/timeout/old-falls-revolutionary-war-encampment-to-celebrate-250th-anniversary-of-...
I had a great time at the event yesterday.
May 1, 1778 Battle of Crooked Billet. 850 British soldiers (Queen's Rangers and light infantry) under Maj. John Graves Simcoe and Lt. Col. Robert Abercromby attacked 300–500 American militia under Gen. John Lacey at dawn, in present-day Hatboro, Pennsylvania, surrounding the camp, (which was caught completely by surprise) Simcoe, used a "pincer" tactic to route the unprepared militia, causing significant casualties and forcing a retreat. Part of the Philadelphia Campaign (1777-78), the battle showed the vulnerability of local militia protecting the area while the Continental Army was at Valley Forge
This weekend in Menomonee Falls, WI - the NWTA’s first encampment of the 250th season!
TRY REENACTING!
Do you want to fire a musket, help crew a cannon, or just enjoy an evening around the fire?
Our Units are excited to host folks who want to try out the hobby.
They will supply the necessary gear and clothing for you (and your family) to join us for a weekend reenacting the American Revolution!
What are you in for? Read our “What Re-enacting with the NWTA Looks Like.”