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1812 Encampment and Muster

New recruits take direction from their commanding officer during the War of 1812 Muster at Greenfield Village

Sweet muster

Last Saturday and Sunday was the second annual 1812 Muster at Greenfield Village, and it did not disappoint. Having enjoyed the event last year, we More

Aug 27 in 1812 Encampment and Muster, Greenfield Village
The doctor is in - displaying of tools of trade used in 1812.

Firing muskets, making memories and a passion for history: the joys of reenacting

Last year I confessed my desire to be a historic reenactor. The blog post made the rounds in the encampment during the inaugural War of More

Aug 15 in 1812 Encampment and Muster, Civil War, Greenfield Village
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Flag flying for the Battle of Monguagon

If you’re visiting The Henry Ford today, look up at the Clocktower and you’ll find a reproduction 15-star flag flying high in remembrance of the More

Aug 9
War of 1812 soldiers

Our flag was still there

The Henry Ford is commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812 with a special flag raising ceremony on the lawn of Henry Ford Museum. More

Jun 13

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