Redcoats in Green Bay: Spring Garrison Encampment
2640 S Webster Ave
Green Bay, WI 54301
USA
In the year of 1762, springtime had returned to the La Baye region. The previous fall saw the arrival of Ensign James Gorrell of His Majesty’s 60th Foot Royal American Regiment (The Royal Americans) and his small detachment of 15 privates, one corporal and one sergeant. Also accompanying the detachment were two English fur traders, Mr. McKay and Mr. Goddard, and one interpreter to help communicate with local American Indians.
The Redcoats in Green Bay reenactment and living history group portrays the Royal American Regiment’s sojourn at Fort Edward Augustus. Witness the daily activities of the British soldiers such as the morning flag raising ceremony, call to order, marching and drilling, and firing their firelocks to keep the company well prepared for any conflicts between the French fur traders at La Baye and nearby American Indians. Daily routines in the spring also included preparing and planting the garden, making repairs to the fort, harvesting firewood, and hunting game for food.
Join this dedicated group of visiting reenactors at Heritage Hill for immersive, hands-on look at Green Bay life over 260 years ago!
Schedule of Events
Saturday
- 9:15-10:00 am – Raising the Colours, Drill & Musket Firing.
- 10:30 am – Recruiting Scenario.
- 11:30 am – Musket Firing Demonstration.
- 1:00-2:00 pm – Make your own faux musket cartridge.
- 2:30 pm – British Light Infantry Tactics and Musket Firing Demonstration.
Sunday
- 12:30-1:30 pm – Make your own faux musket cartridge.
- 2:00 pm – British Light Infantry Tactics and Musket Firing Demonstration.
- 3:00 pm – Recruitment Scenario.
- General admission applies and may be purchased day-of.
General admission applies and may be purchased day-of.
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