The new National Museum of the United States Army was opened on Veterans Day. On display are guns, tanks, uniforms, and recorded first-hand accounts of fighting in one of the many wars that this country fought since being formed nearly 250 years ago. This museum is on Fort Belvoir land off the Fairfax County Parkway, right across from the Davidson Airfield. Continue reading
British Troops Firing at the Americans
The 18th-century comes to life at George Washington’s Mount Vernon every year. This historical landmark and former home of our nation’s 1st president hosts Revolutionary War Weekend. It is a two-day event and is one of the largest Revolutionary War re-enactments in the region. You can watch hundreds of Continentals, Redcoats, Hessians, cannon, and cavalry in action on the estate. Throughout the weekend, you can learn more about life in the 18th century, discuss military techniques, and watch battle re-enactments. You can also wander through the encampment and meet the soldiers. This family-friendly event features a youth muster on the bowling green and even meeting General Washington. A host of other Revolutionary War-themed activities can be found throughout the weekend.Continue reading
