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A Historic Affair at Pen Ryn Estate - 15th Anniversary of The Friends
We are thrilled to share the success of A Historic Affair at Pen Ryn Estate, which hosted 146 attendees! At our 15 year celebration of The Friends of Washington Crossing Historic Park, we received an official citation from Senator Steven Santarsiero. The evening was a celebration of history, community, and generosity, with proceeds supporting WCHP’s ongoing preservation and educational efforts. The night began with an elegant cocktail hour featuring live entertainment from The Boys of Bucks County musical duo and Everett Pierce on harp alongside captivating living history displays.
Throughout the night, a lively silent auction helped raise funds for our mission. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner with presentations from Lindsay Craig (Development Committee Chairman), William Haas (Board Vice President), John Godzieba (Board President), and Mark Schweiker (Former Governor of Pennsylvania). Ken Gavin gave a moving first person historical presentation, portraying Colonel John Glover.
Nick Angelakis (Colonial Farms), Bill Haas (Pen Ryn Estate and Spring Mill Manor), Joseph Garvey (Joseph's Premier Catering), and Frank Lyons (Continental Tavern) were honored with Samuel McConkey Plates. These awards were given in gratitude for 15 years of generous hospitality provided to the FWCP in the tradition of the comfort supplied to General Washington and his staff during December 1776.
Relive the highlights by watching our event video, beautifully captured by Alexandru Bruschini of Mediaology Co. Thank you to all who attended and contributed to this unforgettable evening!
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“The Memory of ’76 The Revolution in American History” with Michael Hattem
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In partnership with the David Center and the American Philosophical Society, join author Michael D. Hattem as he discusses his book The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History. Americans agree that their nation’s origins lie in the Revolution, but they have never agreed on what the Revolution meant. For nearly two hundred and fifty years, politicians, political parties, social movemen...
Colonial Days Field Trip at Washington Crossing Historic Park
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Washington Crossing Historic Park makes the perfect site for an educational (and fun!) field trip. The park offers dedicated Colonial Days that are specially designed for students of all ages. All of our educational programs meet common core history standards, and our hands-on approach to learning means that every student has the opportunity to experience the history of our site and 18th centur...
"A Revolutionary Friendship: Washington, Jefferson, & the American Republic" with Francis D Cogliano
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In partnership with the David Center and the American Philosophical Society Francis D. Cogliano will discuss his new book A Revolutionary Friendship: Washington, Jefferson, and the American Republic. Cogliao examines the similarities and differences between the two statesmen whose estrangement mirrored key political fissures of the early United States, as the unity of revolutionary zeal gave wa...
What happened after the crossing?
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After the crossing, General Washington’s Army fought three vital victories, ensuring the continuation of the Revolutionary War. This succession of American victories is what historians now call The Ten Crucial Days. This episode of ‘76 Seconds of History is sponsored by Americana Corner's Preserving America Grant Program.
“Foul Bodies Cleanliness in Early America” with Kathleen M Brown
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University of Pennsylvania professor Kathleen M. Brown discussed her book Foul Bodies: Cleanliness in America, winner of the Organization of American Historians’ Lawrence Levine Book Prize for cultural history and the Society of the History of the Early American Republic Book Prize. Foul Bodies explores early America’s evolving perceptions of cleanliness, along the way analyzing the connections...
Camp Life: Enduring the 1776 Bucks County Encampments
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The desperate condition of the soldiers who crossed the Delaware River on December 25, 1776 has become as legendary as the crossing itself. Less well-known are the conditions under which these soldiers lived in the weeks preceding the crossing. On Sunday, December 3 at 7 PM, Park Military Historian Colin Zimmerman examined the reality of the difficult and complex encampments and how they impact...
What were women’s roles as followers in the American Revolution?
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What were women's roles in the American Revolution as the “followers” of the Continental Army? Learn why they began following the army, domestic duties, everyday life, and common occupations in this video. This episode of ‘76 Seconds of History is sponsored by Americana Corner's Preserving America Grant Program.
What was life like in the Bucks County Encampments?
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In this episode, Matt learns and talks about camp life, including soldiers' living quarters and conditions in the Bucks County Encampments before the crossing. This episode of ‘76 Seconds of History is sponsored by Americana Corner's Preserving America Grant Program.
Which Founding Fathers were at the crossing?
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In this episode, Matt identifies which of America’s Founding Fathers crossed the Delaware River with George Washington on Christmas night in 1776. This episode of ‘76 Seconds of History is sponsored by Americana Corner's Preserving America Grant Program.
Why Did Washington Choose the Thompson-Neely Farmstead for Camp?
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In this episode, Matt visits the Thompson-Neely Farmstead where the Continental Army camped before crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776. Why did they choose this property? Keep watching to find out! This episode of ‘76 Seconds of History is sponsored by Americana Corner's Preserving America Grant Program.
Old Raceway Trail
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Meet Ross Heutmaker, Farmstead Manager, Friends of Washington Crossing Park! The Friends have been the recipient of grant funding from the LDWSR for Ecological Restoration along Pidcock Creek. The funds allowed us to plant 55 native trees and shrubs, and sow a blend of native wildflower and grass seeds throughout this ecologically sensitive area. The species planted, including Pawpaw, Persimmon...
Washington’s Marines: The Origins of the Corps and the American Revolution, 1775-1777 (Part 2)
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On Saturday, November 4 at 1:30 PM, we commemorated the Marine Corps birthday with Jason Q. Bohm (Maj. Gen. USMC) as he discussed his book on the founding and early years of the corps. The story began with the oppressive days that drove America into a conflict for which it was ill-prepared, when thirteen independent colonies commenced a war against the world’s most powerful military with nothin...
Washington’s Marines: The Origins of the Corps and the American Revolution, 1775-1777 (Part 1)
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On Saturday, November 4 at 1:30 PM, we commemorated the Marine Corps birthday with Jason Q. Bohm (Maj. Gen. USMC) as he discussed his book on the founding and early years of the corps. The story began with the oppressive days that drove America into a conflict for which it was ill-prepared, when thirteen independent colonies commenced a war against the world’s most powerful military with nothin...
Who Were the Marbleheaders?
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In this episode, Matt introduces us to the brave men known as, “The Marbleheaders”. These seamen were from Marblehead, Massachusetts led by Colonel John Glover. They were one of the few integrated regiments in Washington’s Army, and although they participated in many battles and maneuvers, there is one which stands apart. What was their main role in the American Revolution? Find out in the late...
‘She Had a Husband in the Camp’: Following the Army During the War for Independence - Carrie Fellows
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‘She Had a Husband in the Camp’: Following the Army During the War for Independence - Carrie Fellows
“The Disaffected” Lecture with Aaron Sullivan
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“The Disaffected” Lecture with Aaron Sullivan
Memorial Day Ceremony 2022
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Memorial Day Ceremony 2022
George Washington Q&A
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George Washington Q&A
Happy Birthday, General Washington!
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Happy Birthday, General Washington!
Virtual Lecture with Dr. Matthew Costello: The Property of the Nation
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Virtual Lecture with Dr. Matthew Costello: The Property of the Nation
Bells Across America: Celebrating Constitution Day at Washington Crossing Historic Park
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Bells Across America: Celebrating Constitution Day at Washington Crossing Historic Park
Virtual Lecture: Fever and Sickness in the Continental Army
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Virtual Lecture: Fever and Sickness in the Continental Army
New Leicester Longwool Lambs Have Arrived
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New Leicester Longwool Lambs Have Arrived
Lecture: "George Washington’s Nemesis" with Christian McBurney
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Lecture: "George Washington’s Nemesis" with Christian McBurney
Join the Friends of Washington Crossing Park!
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Join the Friends of Washington Crossing Park!
Happy Birthday, General Washington!
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Happy Birthday, General Washington!
Lecture: Soldiers of Color in Washington's Army
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Lecture: Soldiers of Color in Washington's Army
Washington Crosses the Delaware River: The 2020 Reenactment
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Washington Crosses the Delaware River: The 2020 Reenactment
Who Was Here In December 1776?
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Who Was Here In December 1776?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @SalmonFungus
    @SalmonFungus 2 дні тому

    Day 1 of asking you to add a musket with realistic reloading Love your game

  • @2Chron7-14
    @2Chron7-14 5 днів тому

    Just my elderly, half-penny worth, the flint strikes the Frizzen, opening it to reveal the powder in the Frizzen pan, simultaneously sending showers of sparks downward to ignite the powder. The vent, inside the Frizzen pan then receives the flash from the powder, into a charge of powder inside the barrel.

  • @fabi5393
    @fabi5393 10 днів тому

    Danke war hilfreich bin jetzt vater

  • @Noah-gq7pq
    @Noah-gq7pq 10 днів тому

    ya used to be able to go all the way up where the micro tower is

  • @MkMk-sq1py
    @MkMk-sq1py 25 днів тому

    Roblox GB

  • @TenorMan96
    @TenorMan96 27 днів тому

    Colonel Shaw: NOW FASTER! *fires revolver in the air*

  • @RONIN-w6v
    @RONIN-w6v 28 днів тому

    Wanker.

  • @scoposteve8470
    @scoposteve8470 Місяць тому

    Why didn’t they use an M4??? Are they stupid???

  • @FillUserChill
    @FillUserChill Місяць тому

    Bro i NEED one of these so bad🙏😭

    • @gravvityy0
      @gravvityy0 21 день тому

      Are you also fighting a revolt for independence against your colonial overlords?

  • @realMJoutdoors
    @realMJoutdoors Місяць тому

    Based

  • @Carter...1
    @Carter...1 Місяць тому

    do you still need help ross?

  • @Michellelovesanimals-OFD
    @Michellelovesanimals-OFD Місяць тому

    I lived there when I was a kid. I have not been back for decades. Maybe some day !❤

  • @AvtarSinghHistory
    @AvtarSinghHistory Місяць тому

    Out of curiosity, would anyone know, how many shots could be made/produced from 1 barrel of gunpowder?

  • @Erizzo-pf1fo
    @Erizzo-pf1fo Місяць тому

    And he was shishkabobed in his sleep🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @aidenngotgame8489
    @aidenngotgame8489 Місяць тому

    Where did his shot land at?? 😆

  • @Fullout1
    @Fullout1 Місяць тому

    Guts and blackpowder be like

  • @cieradaniellejoslin
    @cieradaniellejoslin Місяць тому

    Oh my daughter had a jacob's ladder!

  • @linkinparkfan103
    @linkinparkfan103 Місяць тому

    My direct great * 7 grandfather. Proud to be an American ❤️

  • @just_a_hampa
    @just_a_hampa Місяць тому

    U look depressed.

  • @bonniemoerdyk9809
    @bonniemoerdyk9809 2 місяці тому

    What a smart looking uniform, and you wear it well, thanks for showing us how it's done!

  • @johnstaffa3482
    @johnstaffa3482 2 місяці тому

    Amazing! Watching this year after year!

  • @cheez_enjoyer
    @cheez_enjoyer 2 місяці тому

    Defending our home against shamblers

  • @BlackDuck-b3g
    @BlackDuck-b3g 2 місяці тому

    So this is how the quiet kid cracked 90’s in the 1800’s

  • @btayswiki
    @btayswiki 2 місяці тому

    Thank you! - A homeschool family

  • @DakottaKansas
    @DakottaKansas 2 місяці тому

    A Lexington & Concord reference!! 🗣️🗣️🔥🔥

  • @dangrueter487
    @dangrueter487 2 місяці тому

    I remember going there as a kid in the 70s...hated climbing thos stairs...no fencing around the top either

  • @chiefexchange6685
    @chiefexchange6685 3 місяці тому

    Question, what happens if you put a 9mm pistol bullet in the musket, does it fire or no?

  • @DiegoF-l7u
    @DiegoF-l7u 3 місяці тому

    Guts and blackpowder told me to come here

  • @alex11268
    @alex11268 3 місяці тому

    Can it be used for home defense?

  • @MarcosCenteno-d2y
    @MarcosCenteno-d2y 3 місяці тому

    Cmon gen z gotta be quicker than that 😆

  • @MarcosCenteno-d2y
    @MarcosCenteno-d2y 3 місяці тому

    Cmon Gen z

  • @Dami2024ue
    @Dami2024ue 3 місяці тому

    What's absolutely crazy is the 3 times in a minute reload training, this whole video lasts a minute and the loading part was made so smoothly, I can't see how they'd be able to reload 3 times without failing miserably!

  • @BlakeV8Chevy
    @BlakeV8Chevy 3 місяці тому

    You put the musket on the wrong arm. You are supposed to put it on the right arm. You do this because if the Sargent says left face, your musket will smack into the other musket beside you

  • @ThePolarBearProductions
    @ThePolarBearProductions 3 місяці тому

    I still remember how to do this from 4th grade.

  • @hamziasyraf1376
    @hamziasyraf1376 3 місяці тому

    He even sounds classic

  • @Steve1766
    @Steve1766 3 місяці тому

    barry lyndon

  • @Joe-d5p4e
    @Joe-d5p4e 3 місяці тому

    Just as the founding fathers intended

  • @ReeEmbrio
    @ReeEmbrio 3 місяці тому

    The fact we had these weapons just +-100 before we made bolt-action, semi-automatic, and automatic weapons is crazy During the Napolean war

  • @galewollenberg786
    @galewollenberg786 3 місяці тому

    Because of the echo the sound is mostly not understandable. There are filters that would correct that.

  • @insidemiladsmind5792
    @insidemiladsmind5792 3 місяці тому

    I thought the British said present not the continental?

  • @BEASTatWAR
    @BEASTatWAR 4 місяці тому

    is there a danger that the ram rod could light the gun powder when you are shoving it down the barrel

  • @john_turned_into_a_wooden_bowl
    @john_turned_into_a_wooden_bowl 4 місяці тому

    STOP SHOOTING THE BOMBER NEAR ME DAM IT

  • @carljoshuasantos1058
    @carljoshuasantos1058 4 місяці тому

    That is the brown bess musket

  • @Dpanther86
    @Dpanther86 4 місяці тому

    This is a great video. I have used it for 3 years now in my classroom. Well done Alex, thank you for the great video.

  • @hobowarrior8818
    @hobowarrior8818 4 місяці тому

    Interesting fact: from this paper for musket was made first cigarettes - paperoses

  • @Agentx-43
    @Agentx-43 4 місяці тому

    What would've happened if a round managed to hit the cartridge box?

  • @saraviboo8139
    @saraviboo8139 4 місяці тому

    What decades would this outfit have been appropriate?

  • @primeworlddigitaleducation7903
    @primeworlddigitaleducation7903 4 місяці тому

    Ma you are so precious. I felt like crying while listening to you present this. Thank you for the info and thank God for the grace to be used as instruments to serve his people. Such purity...

  • @RylanWallace-c8y
    @RylanWallace-c8y 4 місяці тому

    IT DOESN'T HAVE A BAYONET

  • @davedawe2420
    @davedawe2420 5 місяців тому

    Great demonstration. Short and to the point.