HUZZAH!!! Newsletter

African Americans in the American Revolution Lecture

2011-12-30T00:25:00.000-08:00

African Americans in the American Revolution Lecture

For Patriot's Week, Frederick L. Minus will lead discussions on African Americans roles during the American Revolutionary War. Free Admission

When	Fri Dec 30 3pm – 4pm Eastern Time
Where	Masonic Temple Front & Barrack St, Trenton NJ (map)
Calendar	6thusct1.6thnews@blogger.com

Washington Crossing Crossing Reenactment

2011-12-22T10:31:00.000-08:00

Washington Crossing Crossing Reenactment

Witness the reenactment of the Crossing of the Delaware. General Washington will address the troops and cross the river. River crossings are contingent upon safe conditions for participants. Visitor's Center open 11-3. Contingent of 1st Rhode Island Regiment re-enactors will participate as black soldiers who served in Glover's Regiment. 

When	Sun Dec 25, 2011
Where	Washington Crossing National Historical Park (map)
Calendar	6thusct1.6thnews@blogger.com

CROSSING TRAINING DAYS

Crossing Fund-Raising Efforts

2011-12-10T02:03:00.000-08:00

Fund-Raising Efforts – We Need Your Help

Support for the annual Crossing (as well as other educational programs at the Park) is a major undertaking of the Friends Group. This year the Friends are conducting an exciting Cross with George Raffle to raise money to support the Crossing.

In addition to the two crossings, six other valuable prizes will be awarded. They include:

1. A numbered and framed limited edition lithograph of the Inn at Philips Mill by James Redding;

2. Dinner for eight at the Continental Tavern with General Washington and Glover's Marbleheaders – the sailors who rowed on Christmas;

3. A Crossing Vineyards and Winery party for 10;

4. An overnight stay at the Inn at Bowman's Hill with dinner at Plan B Bistro;

5. A meeting with Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick in Washington and a tour of the U.S. Capitol for four;

6. Four, one-day tickets to Sesame Place.

Tickets are available at the following locations:

· Continental Tavern in Yardley.

· Crossing Vineyards in Upper Makefield.

· Bucks County Visitors' Centers in Bensalem, New Hope and Peddler's Village.

· the temporary Park Visitor's Center at the corner of Rts. 32 and 532.

· Visit www.CrosswithGeorge.com

· Tickets will be sold at the Rehearsal and on Christmas.

1. Cross with George Raffle: Two rides in a Durham boat will be awarded:

1. The Dress Rehearsal on Dec. 11^th, and,

2. The Dec. 25^th Crossing.

Winners will be provided colonial garb and accompany General Washington as his Aide-de-Camp throughout the ceremony and Crossing. The prize is transferable. In addition to the two Crossings, six other valuable prizes will be awarded. Raffle tickets are $10 a piece or six for $50.

Posted by Leon Brooks 1st Rhode Island Regiment of Foot.

ATTENTION TO ORDERS

2011-12-10T00:34:00.000-08:00

TAKE CARE!

Dress Rehearsal – Sunday, Dec 11^th

Registration and Boat Assignments: All re-enactors, historical interpreters, and demonstrators are to register in the wall tent on the south side of the Boat Barn. Registration will begin at 9:30 am. Re-enactors participating in the Crossing are expected to register by 11:00 am. Safety inspection of all black powder weapons will be conducted at registration. No black powder may be brought into the Park for the Dress Rehearsal or Christmas Crossing unless the individual is participating with a registered, insured unit scheduled to perform musketry demonstrations as part of the formal program.

Crossing Assembly: An organizational meeting of all re-enactors will be held at 11:45 in the Boat Barn. All boat assignments for troops will be made at this time. After the organizational meeting, re-enactors in kit are asked to engage the visiting public in conversation and share your historical knowledge. There will be a film crew interviewing random re-enactors. Please cooperate and share your knowledge of history. Muster for the Crossing will take place at 12:30 behind the Patriot Store.

Vehicular Access: All vehicles must be removed from the Village no later than 9:30 am. Vehicles will be allowed back in at 4:15 pm.

Lunch: A light lunch for all participants will be provided by the Upper Makefield Business Association.

Christmas – Sunday, Dec 25^th

Registration: All re-enactors and demonstrators are to register in the Boat Barn. Registration will be from 11 am to noon. Assembly will take place in the boat barn at 11:45 am.

General Information

Volunteer Registration: Re-enactors are encouraged to invite friends and/or family members who are willing to assist the programs as volunteers. Volunteer registration will be in the Trailer.

Parking for all 2011 Events: Parking for re-enactors is at the Washington Pavilion south of Route 532. See attached map.

The 235^th Commemoration of the March to Trenton – Sat, Dec 31^st , 6:30 am

Re-enactors are encouraged to participate in this special event. Boats will cast off from the Park at first light. Troops will join up with marchers on the NJ side and march to Trenton along the same route as Washington’s army. At Trenton, marchers will join the re-enactment of the Battle of Trenton at 11:00 am. We are in need of rowers for this event as well as troops to fill the boats. Anyone may cross and march, however, in order to fight at Trenton, your unit must be registered for the Battle. Visit www.MarchToTrenton.com for more information.

John Godzieba and Frank Lyons, Event Co-Chairs

Joan D. Hauger, WCHP Site Administrator

POSTED By Leon Brooks, 1st Rhode Island Regiment of Foot

Upcoming Events:

2011-12-08T02:07:00.000-08:00

Details Posted on CTXchange

Iron Hill Battle Reenactment: : Revolutionary War battle re-enactment and encampment.

Christmas Crossing Dress Rehearsal: : Mandatory attendance for all participants in Christmas Crossing

Patriots' Week

2011-12-07T01:01:00.000-08:00

The Revolution is back, and we're bringing it - Live!
Get Some!

Patriots' Week, Dec. 27- Jan1st

The largest Revolutionary festival in the country right in the heart of Trenton, NJ

New...

Patriots 5k Run

12/31 9:00 a.m. Begins at the Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St.

Run in the spirit of George Washington and the Continental Army to commemorate the 235th Anniversary of the Battles of Trenton! Destination Trenton and the Patriots' Week Committee proudly present the inaugural Patriots' 5K Run. The course is through the streets of historic downtown Trenton where the Continental Army clashed with Hessian troops.

The run begins and ends at the Old Barracks Museum where runners will be surrounded by soldiers preparing for the Battle of Trenton reenactment. After the run, runners and their families are invited to watch the Battle of Trenton which begins at 11:00 AM, and to participate in other Patriot Week activities. Click here https://www.runtheday.com/app/find/register/500 for Patriots' Week information. Runners are encouraged to wear Patriots or Battle of Trenton themed costumes. $25 Registration Fee, $15 Under 14 Race t-shirt for those that register by December 20th.

Lunch with the Soldiers

12/31 12 to 2p.m. Masonic Temple Front & Barrack St.

Join the reenactors as they take a break between battles to enjoy lunch at the historic Masonic Temple. The lunch will be roast beef, potatoes, and mixed vegetables. Coffee and water will also be available. Meet and talk with the men who put on the Battles of Trenton which are the most important Battles of the Revolutionary War. Tickets are $15pp and must be purchased in advance. Limited to 50 people. To purchase tickets visit http://lunchwithsoldiers.eventbrite.com

Revolutionary Pub Crawl

12/29 7:30 p.m.

The tavern in Colonial America was not only a lodging place for travelers, but where people went to enjoy a drink, get the latest news and discuss politics and religion. It was also a place where history was made. Years after the Revolutionary War, the French Arms Tavern in Trenton served as the capitol of the United States, and meeting place of the Congress of the Confederation from November 1 to December 24, 1784. Join us in raising a glass to these social hubs of the past, the role they played in shaping our country's history and their influence on how we socialize today. For the Revolutionary Pub Crawl we will begin at the Trenton Marriott (1Lafayette St.), then head over to Checkers (14 South Warren St.), then to Eleven Front Bar and Grill (11 Front St.), Settimo Cielo (17 East Front St.),Joe's Mill Hill Saloon (300 South Broad St.) and end at Trenton Social (449 South Broad St).

Bus Tours... (Limited Seating)

Bus Tour: Washington's Crossing

12/30 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Trenton Visitors Center 102 Barrack St.

This bus trip sets the stage for the 10-Days Campaign with a walking tour of Washington's Crossing on both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania sides, including across the bridge, -- it can get cold -- to develop a dramatic narrative of this world-famous event. The Capital City Tours bus then follows the route of General Washington's troops as they approach the city for their surprise attack. This tour will be guided by Ralph Siegel of Trenton Battlefield Tours. It is Part 1 of a 3-part tour package covering the 10-Days Campaign. (Special Patriots Week Only Pricing) Tickets are $20 per person for the bus tour. Tickets may be purchased online at http://washingtonbustour.eventbrite.com or by calling 609.777.1770.

Bus Tour: Battle of Princeton
12/30 1 to 4 p.m.Three hour bus trip meets at the Trenton Visitors Center, 102 Barrack St. for a brief walk to Mill Hill Park before boarding the Capital City Tour bus for Princeton.Trip features important sites on the approach to the battlefield, walking tour of the battlefield and finishes at the refurbished Princeton Battle Monument. Bus returns to the Trenton Visitors Center. It is Part 3 of a 3part tour package covering the 10-Days Campaign. (Special Patriots Week Only Pricing) Tickets are $20 per person for the bus tour. Tickets may be purchased online at http://princetonbattlebustour.eventbrite.com or by calling 609-777-1770.

Old Favorites...

Colonial Ball

12/29 from 7 to 10 p.m. Masonic Temple, Front and Barrack Streets

Dance under the direction of Dancemaster Neil DeMarino to the live accompaniment of "Rules of Civility" (Ridley and Anne Enslow on fiddle and hammered dulcimer). Light refreshments will be served. Ladies are encouraged to wear long skirts so as to better work with the dance moves. Admission $15. Reservations Required. Call (609) 396-1776 to reserve.

Battles of Trenton Reenactments

12/31. 1st Battle Reenactment start at 11 a.m. at the Battle Monument, corner of North Broad & Warren streets. 2nd Battle Reenactment starts at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 120 East State St.

Follow the action from the symbolic first cannon shot fired at the current site of the Battle Monument, down Warren Street to Front Street to a final skirmish on the field located adjacent to the Old Barracks Museum on Barrack Street. In just a few hours on the day after Christmas, the rebel forces-exhausted, dressed in rags, ill from the cold and lack of sleep and decent food-had accomplished the impossible by inflicting a crippling blow to the world's greatest army.

Trenton Battlefield Walking Tour

12/29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Café Ole, 126 S. Warren St.

This 10-block interpretive walk narrates the events of the two battles of Trenton. Broad and Warren Streets turn back to Queen and King Streets as Washington's shivering troops approach from two directions to strike the Hessian forces with shock and awe. Guests are welcome to gather starting at 9am for an informal lecture and question and answer session. The tour will be led by Ralph Siegel of Trenton Battlefield Tours. It is Part 2 of a 3-part tour package covering the 10-Days Campaign. To reserve call 609-777-1770. (Special Patriots Week Only Pricing) A $3 donation is requested.

Family

For the kiddies..

Puppet Show: The Trouble with Trenton

12/27 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. East Hanover Street and Warren Street

A "mini" historical look at an amazing piece of our history presented with marionettes & rod puppets (and lots of help from the audience). Show includes live music, large puppets & props, and plenty of "revolting" action, courtesy of Tucker's Tales Puppet Theatre. Free Admission

Laser Nutcracker Special 3D Planetarium Show:

12/27,28, & 29 11a.m. & 1p.m. NJ State Museum Planetarium

This entertaining show captures the joyous spirit of the season with spectacular effects and brilliant laser light. In addition to the classical music from Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, the program includes Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and other favorites. The Planetarium will also have a 10 minute live demonstration of the sky set to December 25, 1776. Learn about the constellations and visible planets that occupied the sky on the stormy evening when George Washington crossed the Delaware. Suitable for general audiences. General admission: $7 adult; $5 child (twelve and under) Visit www.newjerseystatemuseum.org or call 609-292-6464

Family Friendly Tour and Scavenger Hunt

12/29 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. State House 125 West State St.

Explore the New Jersey State House and discover all the things that make this building one of the most important public buildings in the entire state: beautiful architecture, a rich history, and the dynamic lawmaking process that occurs throughout the building's corridors. At each stop, a tour guide will share exciting facts and stories. Afterwards, families will have the opportunity to investigate the room and uncover the answers to a scavenger hunt. This tour is appropriate for families with children 5 through 12 years of age. Space is limited. For more information, please call the New Jersey State House Tour office at

(609) 633-2709 Free Admission

Patriot Quiz Games:

12/29 3 to 4:00 p.m. NJ State Museum Auditorium 205 West State St.

Test your knowledge in colonial history. This interactive program will use the format of popular game shows to both educate and entertain an audience of all ages. The program highlights will include: "Will the Real Alexander Hamilton Please Stand Up?", "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?", "Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?", "Patriot Jeopardy", and "Patriot Bingo," Special guest appearance by George Washington. Valuable prizes will be provided by the American Institute for History Education. Free Admission

For the complete Patriots' Week schedule, click here

For all other questions about Patriots' Week, call

1.609.777.1770, or patriotsweek@trenton-downtown.com

Need a place to stay during Patriots' Week? Stay at the Trenton Marriott.

Daily Schedule

Revolution in the New World

2011-11-26T00:08:00.000-08:00

New York Historical Society

Three globally influential revolutions in America, France and Haiti changed the course of history. Usually told separately as national histories,  the story of the 18th-century Atlantic revolutions is now told as a global narrative for the first time at the New York Historical Society (NHS), in a multimedia exhibit and presentations by experts.The exhibit will run through March.

THE REVOLUTION WILL NOT BE TELEVISED ! 
So come to the NHS to see this fascinating cultural heritage.    

1st Rhode Island Regiment and other re-enactors will appear to meet and greet visitors for the NYH exhibit: Revolution! The Atlantic World Reborn.

When	Weekly from 10:00 to 5:00 on Saturday from Sat Nov 26 to Sat Dec 3 EST
Where	170 Central Park W New York, NY 10024 (map)

1st Rhode Island Regiment of Foot Telling

The Story of True Freedom Fighters

We bring the story of the contributions of soldiers of African descent in the formative years of our country to young people in the hope they will embrace this proud heritage.
Help us by using our

Freelanthropy search page.

Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies

2011-11-18T00:18:00.000-08:00

Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies,
Gettysburg Things to do
Gettysburg Calendar of Events

35,000 Reenactors

Will commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War

2011 Remembrance Day Parade

The 2011 Remembrance Day Parade will mark the 55th anniversary of this continuous and venerable occasion sponsored by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and the Sons of Veterans Reserve. Re-enactors portraying  historic United States Colored Troops, Union, and Confederate forces, and civilian roles  

When	Sat Nov 19, 2011
Where	Downtown Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (map)

Historian and Author Edwin C. Bearss

Book Signing

Gettysburg Gift Center at the American Civil War Wax Museum

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm

Event Type: Appearance/Signing

Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies

Sponsored by the Union Veterans of the Civil War

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 1:30 pm

Event Type: Parade

Meet Stephen Lang, Gabor Boritt, Jake Boritt, and Heather Ross

Book Signing
Gettysburg Gift Center at the American Civil War Wax Museum
Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Event Type: Appearance/Signing

Meet Stephen Lang, Gabor Boritt, Jake Boritt, and Heather Ross

Book Signing
Gettysburg Gift Center at the American Civil War Wax Museum
Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Event Type: Appearance/Signing

9th Annual Remembrance Illumination
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center - Gettysburg Foundation
Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 5:30pm-9:30pm
Event Type: 150th

Regimental Meeting

2011-11-08T08:34:00.000-08:00

6th USCT/1st Rhode Island Regimental Regimental Meeting

Monthly at 19:30 on the Tuesday Nov. 8th
(Timezone: Eastern Time)
685 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Trenton NJ (map)
Calendar: 6thusct1.ctxchange@blogger.com

Monthly meeting of the 

6th Regiment Infantry USCT

&

1st Rhode Island Regiment of Foot, Continental Line

(609) 310-1521

2011-10-14T14:43:00.000-07:00

more details »

RE-Enactor Awards Ceremony

The
 2nd Annual Re-Enactor Party and Awards Ceremony, Saturday, Oct 15, 5 – 7
 pm, sponsored by the Friends of Washington Crossing Park through their 
Re-enactor Operations Sub Committee.

Message from the President of the Friends Group

aka General George Washington (acting)

 Hear Ye! Orders of the Day

I hereby order that the following individuals be honored and acknowledged, for so many years despite numerous challenges:

Ron Atkinson               Dan Kinnamon

Tom Blair                     John Niemiec

Blair Case                    Lee Reed

Al Giagnacova             Jim Stinson

Robert Kay, Sr.            Ward Vinson 

Everyone is invited to join us in honoring these fine individuals.

Sincerely,

John Godzieba

When

Sat Oct 15 5:00 – 7:00 Eastern Time

Where

Washington Crossing Historic Park – Boat Barn (map)

Attachments

2nd Annual WCHP RE-enactor Awards Ceremony

Allentown Civil War Encampment

2011-10-03T13:53:00.000-07:00

The  2nd New Jersey Brigade will host a Civil War reenactment being held at Heritage Park, in conjunction with the Allentown Fall Festival. The Army encampment opens to the public at 10am. It will include exhibits, including a field hospital demonstration. Union and Confederate forces will engage on the battlefield. There will also be an old time baseball. Outdoor stands will line on Main St. displaying seasonal foods, crafts, and wares of local vendors and artists. Members of the 6th and 22nd USCT will be there with an exhibit to tel the story of black freedom fighters in the Civil War.
event sponsor: 2nd New Jersey Brigade.
event contact: Robert A. Bowell, (570) 588-6400, bbowell@ptd.net
USCT unit contacts:
6th USCT  6thusct@gmail.com
22nd USCT  corporalcharlesharris@22ndUSCTyahoo.com

When	Sat Oct 8, 2011 10:00 AM
Where	Heritage Park Allentown, NJ (map)

Philadelphia Civil War & Troop Review Day Parade

2011-04-14T12:17:00.000-07:00

When: Sat Apr 16, 2011 10am to 12pm EDT

Who: CTXchange
Where: Arch Street between 5th and 6th Streets
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Philadelphia's kick of event for the the American Civil War Sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) Period authentic parade of Union Troops & Living Historians. 5th Street and Arch St. parade through Center City Phila. to the Union League and beyond. Dignitaries and a full review of Union Troops plus Living History demos. at the end of the route.

For Those Still Confused Why the Civil War was Fought

2011-03-26T08:20:00.000-07:00

United States Colored Troops Civil War Weekend

2011-03-19T01:02:00.000-07:00

USCT Civil War Weekend

This is your offical invitation to the Third Annual Philadelphia United States Colored Troops Civil War Weekend will be offered on April 2-3, 2011. This is the sesquicentennial of America’s greatest conflict, the 3rd USCT invites all to come to share and learn the forgotten stories of the most tumultuous period of our nation’s history.

The activities will be centered at Historic Fort Mifflin with events and related exhibits throughout the city. This event is being sponsored by the 3rd Regiment USCT Civil War Re-enactors, Old Fort Mifflin Historical Society, and Fort Mifflin on the Delaware. The goal of the event is to tell the stories of the African Americans during the Civil War, their struggles to serve, for citizenship, for equal pay, for good equipment and freedom. We will tell these stories through plays, music, demonstrations, interactive programs, videos, films, lectures and first person impressions.
We are inviting all USCT units and Ladies to come and participate, in drills, lectures, plays, demonstrations, and music to bring the era and these stories alive.
Reenactors can sleep in the Fort for free, bring sleeping bags as well as 19th century gear it will get cold.
Fort Mifflin is located in Philadelphia Pennsylvania near the airport on Fort Mifflin Road
The Buildings date mostly to the Civil War era and were used during the war as a prisoner of war camp.
USCT’s were not stationed here during the Civil War.

Please attend our event.
Sgt. Major Joseph H. Lee
Third Regiment Infantry USCT
"Rather die freemen than live to be slaves"

Schedule
Friday April 1 Fort Opens 10-4 School Day School groups tour Fort and Soldier life program
3:30 Coffee and Rolls served
4:00 Reenactors start moving into the barracks and casements
Saturday Fort opens to public 10-4
7:30 Coffee and Rolls served
9:00 Muster in ranks and Officers meeting
School of the soldier, Fort Tours programs, plays and exhibits.
1:00 Lunch Provided in the Hospital
4:00 Viewing of the Movie Glory in the Bake Oven

NowPublic News

2011-03-11T22:41:00.000-08:00

From Lincoln Bicentennial Festival

Upcoming Civil War Sesquicentennial
by leonbrooks

Commemorations of the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War have begun.

Click here to read

Three Centuries of African American Soldiers

2011-02-21T21:12:00.000-08:00

Exhibits from the American Revolution to the Korean War

Come see the living history of America’s black warriors brought to life by dedicated re-enactors. View the photos, see the artifacts and talk to the storytellers of America’s men and women of African descent at war. A wonderful educational experience for the whole family and school classes, see this uniquely American story come to life.

	Sat Feb 26 – Sun Feb 27 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
	Old Barracks Museum Trenton’s Old Barracks Museum 101 Barracks Street, Trenton NJ event contact: (609) 396-1776 event site: http://6thusct.org

Africans at Washington's Crossing

2010-12-11T02:14:00.000-08:00

The Delaware River crossing of Colonel Earl Hand of the 1st Pennsylvania was later than Washington's crossing. Colonel Varnum's 9th Continentals being led by Lt Col. Archibald Crary with Christopher Lippitt's regiment were the Rhode Islanders who went across the Delaware with Hand at( McCloskey's ?) crossing. Consequently, they were not at first Battle of Trenton. However, these two regiments fought in the summer 1776 at the Battle Brooklyn on Long Island and the Battle of Harlem Heights in New York City. That winter they fought Second Battle of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton in New Jersey. Several Africans served in these two regiments and many of these men would enlist for three years in the new First and Second Rhode Island regiments being formed in January 1777.

Prince Allen       Benjamin Hoppens Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment
Samuel Ceasar Arthur Fenners Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment
Ceasar Cole      Varnum's 9th Continental Regiment in 1777 Second RI
Ceasar Cook     Varnum's 9th Continental Regiment in 1777 Second RI
James Dailey    John S. Dexters Co. Varnum's 9th Continental Regiment, in 1777 First RI
Ceasar Eason   Arthur Fenners Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment
Windsor Fry       Christopher Lippitt's Regiment,in 1777 First RI
Jack Hazzard     Christopher Dyer's Co. Christo pher Lippitt's Regiment, in 1777 First RI
Pharaoh Hazzard Christopher Dyer's Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment, in 1777 First RI
Benoni Hunt       Thomas Groton's Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment,in 1777 First RI
Cato Mawney     Thomas Groton's Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment,in 1777 First RI
Nathan Pero       Nathaneil Blackmars Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment
John Perry         Christopher Dyer's Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment in1781 Flagg'sCo. First RI
James Profit       Christopher Smith Co. Varnum's 9th Continental Regiment
Phillip Rodman   Baley's Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment
Thomas Sambo Thomas Grotons Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment, in 1781 he joined the R.I. regiment
Benoni Taylor     David Dexters Co. Christopher Lippitt's Regiment, in 1777 First RI

Resources:

Rhode Island Military Census of 1777
United States Census for Rhode Island 1790
Benjamin Cowell "The Spirit of 76 In Rhode Island" Boston 1850
Pension Records
Service Records Film M881-
Rhode Island Archives (Folder) Minorites in the Revolution, Providence R.I.
Black Courage (DAR) 1984
Debra Newman's List of Black Revolutionary Soldiers (NARA )1976
“The Pennsylvania Line “ John Trussell 1977
"So few the Brave" Anthony Walker 1981

Submitted by
Sgt. Joe Becton
Captain John Dexter's Company
Colonel Christopher Greene's First Rhode Island Regiment
"I joined the Army to Obtain my Freedom"

Prepare for Battle

2010-12-11T01:37:00.000-08:00

The word is given! We have received dispatch that the event will be held Sunday, the day after Christmas. Crown and Continental forces will deploy in Trenton for ceremony and battle as follows:

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Registration begins 7 AM to 9 AM, Old Barracks Museum
10 AM All officer's meeting, Long Room, Old Barracks Officer's House
10:30 formation, Old Barracks Parade, rolls taken, divisions sorted, safety inspections
10:50 All troops march out to jump-off points for 1st Battle
The First Battle of Trenton, 11 a.m. to Noon
Nooning at Masonic Temple, hot and cold buffet provided by the Masons. Please note, due to the uncertainty of whether the Old Barracks would be closed by State budget cuts earlier this year, the Masons were unable to get the grant support they usually have had to help underwrite the cost of the meals for battle participants. There will be no charge for any re-enactor participating, but a voluntary donation bucket will be placed near the line for lunches and if you are so inclined, please donate what you can towards the defraying the cost of the meal.
2:10 PM, Formations on Old Barracks Parade, safety inspections
2:20 PM March out to Memorial Service for the Slain, in front of 1st Presbyterian Church
2:30 PM. Memorial Service for the Slain (practice going to "Mourn Arms" before coming)
3:00 - 4:00 PM.The Second Battle of Trenton
4:10 PM Final Formation on Parade of Old Barracks and dismissal

The Battles of Trenton kicks off Patriot's Week

Lifting Our Voices in Song

2010-11-21T22:37:00.000-08:00

In this clip of the Trenton Thanksgiving Day Parade, you'll hear us singing while we march. Audiences like this and cheer us on, but this is not done just to entertain the crowd. It's part of the history. Modern military groups in parades call cadence to keep in step and sing marching songs during drill. In Rev War and Civil War periods, as well as calling cadences, soldiers on the march played and sang popular music, gave inspiring music for their cause, sang the praises about their leader or regiment, marked their return from battle, or sang about military life. In those times when travel took so long by foot, it helped keep up the spirit and helped the endure the hardships.

Thanksgiving Day Parade

2010-11-18T23:18:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving Day Parade

Parade Route - State House to City Hall.

Marchers  gather at 10 AM.

More info -

event: www.trentonnj.org

6th USCT: 6thusct+event@gmail.com or 609-310-1521

When

Sat Nov 20 11am – 12pm Eastern Time

Where

Trenton NJ (map)

	6TH Regiment U.S. Colored Troops, Reenactors Inc.

The Pennsylvania Grand Review Reenactment 2010

2010-11-02T10:11:00.000-07:00

Reenactment of the historic victory parade for US Colored Troops:

event website - http://housedivided.dickinson.edu/grandreview/category/grand-review-1865/

Regimental Contact - 6thusct+review@gmail.con

When

Sat Nov 6, 2010

Where

300 North St. Harrisburg Pa. (map)

Who

•	6TH Regiment United States Colored Troops, Reenactors Inc. - organizer
•	6thusct1.news@blogger.com

The Pennsylvania Grand Review Reenactment 2010
by Leon Brooks

At the end of the Civil War, the Federal army held a Grand Review of its troops in Washington DC to celebrate the nation's hard fought victory over the Confederacy.

Click here to read more in Now Public.

Allentown Civil War Reenactment

2010-10-05T20:13:00.001-07:00

Allentown Reenactment

The 6th USCT will join the 2nd New Jersey Brigade, 22nd USCT, and other reenactors in a Civil War reenactment being held at Heritage Park, in conjunction with the Allentown Fall Festival. The Army encampment opens to the public at 10am. It will include exhibits, including a field hospital demonstration. Union and Confederate forces will engage on the battlefield. There will also be an old time baseball. Outdoor stands will line on Main St. displaying seasonal foods, crafts, and wares of local vendors and artists.event sponsor: 2nd New Jersey Brigade.
event contact: Robert A. Bowell, (570) 588-6400, bbowell@ptd.net
6th USCT contact: 1st Sergeant Fred Minus, Trenton, 609-915-7148, 6thusct@gmail.com
22nd USCT contact: Sergeant Charles Harris, Asbury Park, corporalcharlesharris@yahoo.com

When	Sat Oct 9 10am – 4pm Eastern Time
Where	Heritage Park, Allentown NJ more details »

Telling The Story of True Freedom Fighters

We bring the story of the contributions of soldiers and sailors of African descent in the formative years of our country to young people, in the hope they will embrace this proud heritage.
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Battle of Germantown

2010-09-30T15:01:00.001-07:00

On October 4, 1777, the Continental Army fought the British out in  Germantown. On Battle Day of the Revolutionary Germantown Festival, the 1st Rhode Island Regiment will represent men of African descent who fought in this battle. For more information on this and other festival events, visit the event site:
event site - http://www.revolutionarygermantown.org/

When	Sat Oct 2 10:00 – 14:00 Eastern Time
Where	Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA (map)

Telling The Story of True Freedom Fighters

We bring the story of the contributions of soldiers of African descent in the formative years of our country to young people in the hope they will embrace this proud heritage.
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Brooklyn Heights Battle Commemoration

2010-08-25T20:16:00.001-07:00

Revolutionary War -.Part of Battle Week Celebration
10 AM - 3 PM Re-enactment inside the Main Gate1:30 PM Parade to top of Battle Hill
2 PM Memorial Ceremony at Battle Hill
event contact: 718-768-7300
event site: http://theoldstonehouse.org/battle-week-august-20-29

When	Sun Aug 29 10am – 3:30pm Eastern Time
Where	Green-Wood Cemetery, 5th Avenue at 25th Street, Brooklyn NY (map)

Philadelphia July 4th Day Parade

2010-06-30T22:15:00.000-07:00

6th Regiment USCT will join with the 3rd USCT to participate in the July 4th celebration of the country's independence.

When	Sun Jul 4 11am – 12pm Eastern Time
Where Contact Event Site	Philadelphia Pa. (map) 6thusct@gmail.com http://www.welcomeamerica.com/independence-day-parade

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New York Historical Society

Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies

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Regimental Meeting

6th USCT/1st Rhode Island Regimental Regimental Meeting

RE-Enactor Awards Ceremony

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Philadelphia Civil War & Troop Review Day Parade

For Those Still Confused Why the Civil War was Fought

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Africans at Washington's Crossing

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Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Pennsylvania Grand Review Reenactment 2010

Allentown Civil War Reenactment

Allentown Reenactment

Battle of Germantown

Brooklyn Heights Battle Commemoration

Philadelphia July 4th Day Parade

9th Annual Remembrance Illumination
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center - Gettysburg Foundation
Saturday, November 19, 2011

Time: 5:30pm-9:30pm
Event Type: 150th