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NewsAugust 9, 2009 Fort Erie Siege Weekend went well, in spite of the rain. Photos available in the Albums section. July 15, 2009: Added video of 49th Colours Rededication Ceremony. June 18, 2009: Added a copy of the 1807 Drill Manual to the Handbook page. 49th Regiment of FootThe 49th Foot recreated unit was formed in 1984 and is a project of the Canadian Military Heritage Society, a non-profit organization whose members are dedicated volunteers committed to the promotion and the preservation of Canada's national and military heritage. Within the scope of the 49th Regiment of Foot, our members explore the conditions and considerations of British Infantry life in Upper Canada during the War of 1812-14. We are constantly learning more about the way soldiers (and their families) lived, fought and died during this time period. By re-enacting the encampments, battles, and living conditions, we have a chance to apply what we've learned and to appreciate the resourcefulness of our ancestors. It is an opportunity to enjoy the numerous historical sites in a way that very few can. Re-enacting the events of the War of 1812-14 also allow us to share the knowledge we have acquired with others. Many people are unaware of the history in their own backyard, and this hobby let's us bring it right to them. For children especially, that aren't made aware of the struggles to build and defend North America, re-enactments make the history alive and in HD.
Strange Fatality: The Battle of Stoney Creek, 1813Journalist and author James Elliott has compellingly reconstructed one of the least understood actions of the War of 1812. From the rise to brigadier of blacksmith John Chandler, to the Highland heroics of Alexander Fraser, Strange Fatality explores the dynamics of a night battle that stemmed the tide of invasion, cost two generals their freedom and unseated the highest-ranking soldier in the American army. |
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