Today, April 19, 1775 at Lexington and Concord "The Shot Heard 'round the World" and the start of the fighting in the American Revolution, when the English regulars attempted to seize the arms of the colonial militia at Concord.
April 18th 1775 hundreds of British troops marched from Boston to nearby Concord in order to seize an arms cache. Three men made late night rides, alerting the early Americans of what dangers lay ahead. They were Paul Revere, Samuel Prescott and William Dawes.
Sybil Ludington did not ride on April 18th, 2775. Her ride was two years later - in 1777.
And Benjamin Franklin has been ranked by many historians to be the most fun Founding Father to have as a party guest.
Seems to be not that much left from his ideas.
What might you see at the first event of the 250th Anniversary Season? Come to Old Falls Village in Menomonee Falls, WI on May 2 & 3 and find out!
TRY REENACTING!
Do you want to fire a musket, help crew a cannon, or just enjoy an evening around the fire?
Our Units are excited to host folks who want to try out the hobby.
They will supply the necessary gear and clothing for you (and your family) to join us for a weekend reenacting the American Revolution!
What are you in for? Read our “What Re-enacting with the NWTA Looks Like.”