Bloody Run 1763

 Today's anniversary. A native victory. Here

THE BALLAD OF DAVY CROCKETT Official Trailer (2024)

 Here

In 1815, an American Legend, whose wife has fallen deathly ill, leaving his young children to survive on their own, must fight his way back to them across the many perils found in the Savage Lands of the wild frontier.

René Chartrand

 

This celebrated Canadian historian has passed away. I have so many of his books. He will be missed. 

1984 I think

Minisink 245 years ago.

 Read about it here

The Battle of Minisink took place during the American Revolutionary War at Minisink Ford, New York, on July 22, 1779. It was the only major skirmish of the Revolutionary War fought in the upper Delaware River valley. The battle was a decisive Iroquois and Loyalist victory, as the Patriot militia was hastily assembled, ill-equipped and inexperienced.

Soldat des compagnies franches de la Marine. Détail du Port de Marseille, par Joseph Vernet, 1754.

 Wiki

Colonel Guy Johnson and Karonghyontye (Captain David Hill) 1776

 An excuse to post this painting. Details here

Death of Sir William Johnson 250th

 

Johnson hosting an Iroquois conference at Johnson Hall in 1772 (painting by E. L. Henry, 1903)

From the wiki

Johnson died from a stroke at Johnson Hall on 11 July 1774 during an Indian conference. Guy Johnson, William's nephew and son-in-law (he had married Mary/Polly), reported that Johnson died when he was "seized of a suffocation."^[94] His funeral in Johnstown was attended by more than 2,000 people. His pallbearers included Governor William Franklin of New Jersey and the justices of the New York Supreme Court. He was buried beneath the altar in St. John's Episcopal church, the church he founded in Johnstown. The next day chiefs of the Six Nations performed the condolence ceremony and recognized Guy Johnson as Sir William's successor.^[95]

During the American Revolution, the rebel New York legislature seized all of Johnson's lands and property, as his heirs were Loyalists.

Sweet Liberty (1986) Full movie

 Here

This is a comedy starring Alan Alda, Michael Caine and Michelle Pfeiffer about making a movie about the American Revolution. Is pretty funny. Wiki

Dr. Michael Burgess, an esteemed historian specializing in the American Revolution, finds his meticulously researched novel Sweet Liberty transformed into a Hollywood film production right in his hometown of Sayeville, North Carolina. Despite the pride he feels at the prospect of his work reaching a larger audience, Michael is dismayed to discover that the film adaptation strays significantly from his original story, ignoring historical accuracy and deviating from the essence of his book. As he reluctantly collaborates with the film's hack screenwriter Stanley Gould to salvage the project, Michael's world becomes even more complex when his personal life intersects with the film's glamorous cast and crew, leading to unexpected tensions and entanglements.

From Russia

 So my illustrations have been used in a series of Russian books on the French and Indian war. I think the author Alex Stepkin has figured out a way to send me copies. 

"My fourth book on the Seven Years War in North America has been published, "Oswego Officers: Formation of the 50 and 51 Regiments (1755-1756). )"

The book deals with the formation of two infantry regiments, Shirley and Pepperella, in English North American colonies. The book also features brief biographies of officers who served in these regiments. " Translated from Russia

At Fort Ti

 Fort Ticonderoga presents the 1759 Siege of Carillon two-day battle reenactment July 20-21! Through a combination of demonstrations, vignettes, narrated boat cruises, and battle reenactments, visitors will experience the British advance for Lake George. Become immersed in this 18th-century siege; featuring the constant roar of cannon, thrilling battle reenactments, and even a nighttime program where visitors are immersed in the battle for Carillon, named Ticonderoga by the British once they capture the fort from the French. 

The Battle Reenactment will take place all weekend and is included as part of daily admission. Tickets are buy one day, visit the next day FREE! 

https://www.fortticonderoga.org/news/experience-the-dramatic-1759-siege-of-carillon-battle-reenactment-july-20-21/

Monongahela 1755

Watch a short film here.  Today's anniversary. Here

 Here

Half hour film on Fort Niagara and it's significance in the SYW. 

Carillon by Don Troiani

 Today's anniversary. Read about the campaign here

History comes alive at Old Fort Niagara

Here. This weekend's reenactment by WKBW. Includes interviews with participants. 

Hubbardton 1777

 Today's anniversary. Here

Happy 4th of July

 Happy 4th of July.

By Frederick Kemmelmeyer

General George Washington: Reviewing The Western Army At Fort Cumberland, Circa 1800

Fort Necessity 1754 by Ralph Mitchard

 These pics were done to go with a manuscript on the Virginia Regiment. It was going to be on Foundry books but it fell through.

Battle of Fort Necessity 1754

 Watch a short clip from Life of Washington here

Today's anniversary. Here

Battle of Wyoming 1778

 Today's anniversary. Wiki

The Battle of Wyoming, also known as the Wyoming Massacre, was a military engagement during the American Revolutionary War between Patriot militia and a force of Loyalist soldiers and Indigenous warriors. The battle took place in the Wyoming Valley of Pennsylvania on July 3, 1778 in what is now Luzerne County. The result was an overwhelming defeat for the Americans. The battle is often referred to as the "Wyoming Massacre" because of the roughly 300 Patriot casualties, many of whom were killed by the Seneca and Cayuga as they fled the battlefield or after they had been taken prisoner.

Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park 6/7 July

 American War of Independence weekend. Events

This weekend, the reenactors are back! We will be hosting Redcoats and Revolutionaries for their American War of Independence Weekend. There'll be skirmishes, a battle, and plenty to learn about the connections between Moira and the War of Independence. Plus, the boat will be running and the museum will open as usual!

Make sure to head to the furnace for a fun day out for all the family! We can't wait to see everyone.