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Special Event
Event
Unsung Heroes Day: French & Indian War
Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time:
9:30 AM
Duration:
6 hours and 30 minutes
Type of Event
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Guided Tour
Living History
Talk
Description
Come to Fort Stanwix National Monument over Memorial Day Weekend and you just might see a British flag flying over the fort. On Saturday, June 21, the park will be focusing on the British history of the fort during the park’s French and Indian War Weekend. A range of activities, including weapons demonstrations, special displays, interactive programs, and informational talks, will give visitors more insight into the war that caused Fort Stanwix to be built. Visitors will also gain a better understanding about how Fort Stanwix and the Mohawk Valley were involved with this global conflict.
“Our French and Indian War in North America was part of a larger international conflict between France and England to determine who would be the world superpower of the 18th century”, said Park Ranger William Sawyer. “By supporting British attacks as a supply depot and staging area, Fort Stanwix helped England become that superpower”. Sawyer added “Ironically, this victory over France would help pave the way for the 13 colonies rebellion against England in 1775.”
Reservation or Registration: No
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