Mounted American Civil War US Cavalry soldiers in a line salute with their swords.

Garrison Life at Fort Monroe: 200th Anniversary of 1st Permanent Soldiers Stationed in 1823

Fort Monroe National Monument

Special Event
  • Mar 25, 2023 at 9:00 AM
  • Free

Experience the sights and sounds of the US Army at Fort Monroe. See soldiers drill on the Parade Ground. Experience black powder firing demonstrations throughout the weekend highlighting Artillery, Cavalry, and Infantry. Hear field music and learn from living historians interpreting 200 years of national defense.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Fort Monroe Parade Ground

Latitude and Longitude 37.004061, -76.307044

Schedule

Date:

Mar 25, 2023

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

8 hours

Contact Information

Aaron Firth
757-722-FORT (3678)
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Event Type

  • Living History
Tags: civil war, us army, fife and drum, wwi, wwii, military vehicles, paratroopers