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40 for 40: Welcome to Fort Stanwix
Transcript
Fort Stanwix is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its opening, in 2016. And you're invited to the party. You're not alone if you've never heard of the "Fort that Never Surrendered." But all that is about to change with "40 for 40." We're sharing 40 stories about Fort Stanwix over the next 40 weeks. Here's a quick preview: Wanna learn about the Siege of Fort Stanwix during the Revolutionary War? We've got that. Curious about archaeology at Fort Stanwix? You're covered! The Battle of You bet! Ever want to visit an 18th Century from a dog's perspective? Well now you can. Learn about the French & Indian War? Yup. Take a virtual tour of our crib? Check! Oh! And there's rangers, cannons, fireworks, untold stories, artifacts, bikes, memorials, muskets, and obelisks. Um... What's an obelisk? It's one of these! Now back to "40 for 40." Tune in every Monday, or subscribe to our YouTube channel for new stories about Fort Stanwix National Monument. The little National Park with a big story, in Rome, NY! See you soon!
Description
2016 is the 40th anniversary of Fort Stanwix National Monument opening to the public and the park is celebrating by releasing a series of 40 short films about the park's history and its future!
Duration
1 minute, 23 seconds
Credit
National Park Service
Date Created
07/04/2016
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