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San Juan Island National Historical Park Griffin Bay with Turtleback Ridge in background from American Camp's prairie.
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Fourth of July at American Camp 1868
Richard Schlecht
The above painting captures a typical Fourth of July celebration at American Camp during the peaceful joint occupation of San Juan Island c. 1868. The two garrisons regularly exchanged visits en masse during which they participated in athletic contests, enjoyed food and drink and the companionship that comes from sharing a common language far from home. Click on the image for a more detailed view.
English Camp self-guided history walk
English Camp History Walk
Take a self-guided walk around English Camp's historic parade ground.
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American Camp History Walk
Take a self-guided walk through American Camp's historic landscapes.
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Mt. Finlayson on San Juan Island.

Did You Know?
Mt. Finlayson is named for Roderick Finlayson, a Hudson's Bay Company employee who is credited with founding Victoria, BC. He is one of several Company men who have island roads and features named for them.
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