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THE LIFE & TIMES OF PETER NAVARRE: WOODSMAN, FUR TRADER, & SOLDIER
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River Raisin National Battlefield Park will be hosting Larry Michaels and Terry Breymaier for a special presentation “The Life & Times of Peter Navarre: Woodsman, Fur Trader, & Soldier on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.
River Raisin National Battlefield Park Education Center 333 N. Dixie Hwy Monroe, MI 48162
Get to know Peter Navarre a descendant of French royalty, pioneer scout, and master of Native American languages. He lived nearly his entire life in a cabin in the woods along the Maumee Bay. During the War of 1812, his considerable skills as a scout and woodsman were called into play for the fledgling country. He witnessed and played a part in the siege of Fort Meigs, the defense of Fort Stephenson, the massacre at the River Raisin, the Battle of the Thames, and the Battle of Lake Erie.
Historians Larry Michaels and Terry Breymaier were both raised in East Toledo and graduated from Waite High School. Larry served many years as President of the East Toledo Historical Society and authored many local history books, including co-authoring with Robin Hage, “Peter Navarre, War of 1812 Scout—The Man Behind the Legend.” Terry’s family tree traces to Robert Navarre (grandfather).
Peter Navarre’s original musket will also be on display during the presentation, courtesy of the private owner.
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