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THE GREAT NORTH AMERICAN RENDEZVOUS (GNAR) Extends
an invitation for you to visit our 9th annual Historical
Encampment at the Fort Loudon Historical Site, just
off of route 30, Fort Loudon, Pa. Saturday,
September 11th and Sunday September 12TH 2004 From
9:00am to 5:00p.m. Admission
charge $3.00, children 12 and under free This
local historical site was part of a 1756 British Fort built as part of a
line of supply and communication Forts built for the protection of the
Colonial frontier during the French and Indian Wars. The British
Generals Braddock and Forbes used this site for provisions,
communication and assembly of Indian allies. George Washington was a
part of the expeditions. The
site is also where a rebellion placed residents against the British
government where shots were fired against the British a few years before
the Revolutionary War. Our
camp represents that of a 1700’s trade fair where neighbors, traders,
hunters and Indians would gather to trade, buy, and sell supplies such
as furs, produce and crafts. It was a social gathering lasting a few
days to a few weeks where frontier skills were practiced in competition,
stories of high adventure swapped and news of the events of the
colonies, of family or friends were exchanged.
We
are a non-profit group whose wish is to share our precious historical
past with all who come to visit us.
One of our goals is to help with the preservation of the Fort
Loudon historical site for future generations to enjoy and to promote
understanding of our Colonial beginnings. Plan
to come for the day and learn about Colonial history and life in
the 18thCentury For
further information contact:
Harold Weaver- Phone
(717)532-8458 Email-
Weaverhorse@hotmail.com
Or you may visit our website at GNARendezvous.orgWillow Hill Exit Best Route from PA Turnpike
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