Event
Henry Rifle Program
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Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 33.983076, -84.578044
This program will be held in the Visitor Center's front field.
Dates & Times
Date:
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Time:
11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
Duration:
30 minutes
Type of Event
Living History
Description
The American Civil War has become known for its rapid advancement in weapons technology. At the foot of Big Kennesaw Mountain, elements of the 66th Illinois charged the Confederate works with a weapon that would revolutionize warfare: the Henry Repeater. The programs at the above- listed times include firing demonstrations of this weapon.