Join the Continental Army!
Children are invited to Join the Continental Army and experience a day in the life of the continental soldier. Recruits will be mustered, or registered, by receiving enlistment papers and continental currency. Recruits will then be issued wooden (dummy) muskets and learn how to stand, march, and carry their musket as one of Washington's soldiers would have done. Park rangers dressed in continental uniform will train the recruits in a full musket drill.
Attendees are encouraged to participate in the series of three Saturday training sessions in order to advance in skills and be promoted within the ranks of the Continental Army.
Programs take place on the first Saturday of each month from February through April.
These events are weather dependent. Please call the Visitor Center at 610-783-1099 to confirm the status of the program.
Activities will take place outdoors, so please dress accordingly and wear sturdy shoes.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Valley Forge NHP 1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406
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Contact Information
William Troppman
(610) 783-1099
Event Type
- Children’s Program
- Living History