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Civil War Artillery Day at Fort Ward

Title:Civil War Artillery Day at Fort Ward
Date & Time:Sat Sep 17, 2022 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site, 4301 W. Braddock Rd. (Map This)
Event Details:Learn about the role and equipment of Civil War artillerymen in the Defenses of Washington on Saturday, September 17, when Fort Ward Museum presents Civil War Artillery Day. This free living history program is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will appeal to Civil War enthusiasts of all ages. The event is weather dependent.
The program features reenactors from the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery, a Union regiment stationed at Fort Ward during the Civil War. The unit will interpret the duties and soldier life of typical artillerymen assigned to forts in the Washington area. Activities will include cannon firing demonstrations in the restored Northwest bastion of the fort at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., artillery equipment displays, and camp life scenarios.
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Fort Ward Museum, Fort Ward Park, Living History, Museums


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