Post Such as Portsmouth (2023)
Schedule
Sat, 20 May, 2023 at 09:00 am
Location
Visit Portsmouth Virginia | Portsmouth, VA
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Come out for a day of historical reenactments in Olde Towne Portsmouth. Be transported to 1781 in the midst of the Revolutionary War, when British forces, led by the notorious turncoat General Benedict Arnold, were occupying Portsmouth and carrying out raids throughout Hampton Roads. Reenactors interact with each other and the public through multiple short skits, vignettes and demonstrations throughout the day.
You’re invited to dress up in period costume and join in, or just enjoy the show! #VA250
9 a.m. – "Occupation"
10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Reenactment Area Open to Public
4 p.m. – "Evacuation"
5:30 p.m. – Reenactor Reception, Dinner
This event is FREE and open to the public.
BACKGROUND:
► In 1781, preceding the arrival of General Cornwallis into Portsmouth Virginia, the Infamous Traitor, now British General, Benedict Arnold, leads a British force into Hampton Roads. Occupying Portsmouth as their base, along with Colonel Simcoe’s Queen’s Rangers and Captain Ewald’s Jaegers, the British conducted raids in Hampton Roads, and skirmished with Virginia’s forces including Capt ("Major") Amos Weeks at Kempe’s Landing and Great Bridge.
General Lafayette led a failed assault on the British post in March 1781, signifying the city’s importance to the beginning and ending of the Revolution in Virginia.
As spring approaches, the British await Lord Cornwallis as he and his army campaign in North Carolina.
Interested Reenactors, Contact Us: [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Visit Portsmouth Virginia, 206 High Street,Portsmouth,VA,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
