Chairman Dallas Robinson, Revolutionarywar@fort1749.org
We are closing in on the 250th anniversary of American Independence which arrives July 4, 2026. In 2025, we will prepare for that event with a re-enactment skirmish between American and British troops Aug. 9th and 10th. Plans are underway and it’s not yet known how many units will participate but we’re looking forward to it and more details will be revealed as the event shapes up. But mark those dates.
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– 2025 Skirmish –
By Dallas Robinson
On Aug. 9 and10, 2025, the Fort la Presentation Association held its first Revolutionary War re-enactment at the site of Fort La Presentation. The event was designed to illustrate the history of Fort Oswegatchie, which was operated by British forces during and after the American Revolution. The re-enactment was based on two historical scouting parties that departed from the Mohawk Valley to gather intelligence about Fort Oswegatchie. British troops were involved in the Battle of the Cedars in Quebec, a raid and destruction of a mill in Little Falls, NY and an attack on Fort Dayton at Herkimer, NY.
Re-enactors from Canada, the Mohawk Valley and Plattsburg participated in artillery and musket firing demonstrations. Jack Downing contributed his work on a dugout canoe. Demonstrators presented activities relating to cooking, butter making, herbalism, children’s toys, and soldier equipment used during scouting missions. The Native North American Traveling College from Cornwall, Ontario, gave presentations that included storytelling, music, and dance instruction for participants at the community social event.
Informational tents were available from organizations including the Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons of the American Revolution, Ogdensburg History Museum and St. Lawrence Center History and Cultural. Volunteers assisted with event logistics, such as equipment setup and takedown. Jim Reagen served as emcee and historical interpreter, providing descriptions of battles to facilitate visitor understanding.
The event took place during periods of hot weather and concurrent activities across St. Lawrence County. Attendance contributed to educational opportunities for visitors interested in Revolutionary War history.
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