Mount Vernon to Host One of the Largest Revolutionary War Encampments of the Year

MOUNT VERNON, VA – Join Mount Vernon April 30 and May 1 for one of the largest Revolutionary War encampments in the area! Step back in time and experience more than 500 Continentals, Redcoats, Hessians, cannon, and cavalry in action at George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Meet hundreds of Revolutionary War military re-enactors, learn more about life in the 18th-century, discuss military techniques, and watch battle re-enactments. This family-friendly event features a youth muster on the bowling green, military medicine and artillery demos, and even greeting “Lady Washington!” Watch as the American and British re-enactors duel on the lawn in front of George Washington’s Mansion.

Special screenings of Mount Vernon's “Now or Never” and “Winter Patriots” films will take place in the Ford Orientation Center's theaters throughout the weekend.

For more information and to see a full list of participating regiments, please visit  mountvernon.org/encampment.

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