Simsbury Heritage Day to feature Revolutionary War Cavalry
Love
history?! Love horses!? Then don’t miss Simsbury Heritage Day at the
Simsbury Historical Society! On Oct 5, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the
Revolutionary War Second Continental Light Dragoons (“Sheldon’s Horse”) will offer
a chance to experience the life of a common cavalry soldier. As a part of
Simsbury Heritage Day, the Dragoons will present history as it should be
experienced – Live!
Sheldon’s
Light Dragoons “strives to impart to the public an understanding of the
sacrifices made by past Americans and the conditions under which they
lived.” Their hope is to convey an authentic sense of this period while
instilling a sense of pride in our citizens. During the course of the
day, they will present sword drills, dismounted Dragoon drills, mounted exercise
drills, and crossed sabers cavalry demonstrations. Children
can participate in period games and take part in drilling. Tours of the Phelps
Tavern, the 1790 School House, the 1683 replica Meeting House and 19th century Ensign-Bickford fuse-making equipment will be offered
during the event. Veterans
are encouraged to participate in the Libation Service to be conducted by the
unit at 1:00 pm in the Simsbury Center Cemetery. This memorial service will be
conducted in honor of those who have died serving our country.
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The original Second Continental Light Dragoons had Simsbury connections; 24 men from Simsbury served in Sheldon’s Horse. During the winter of 1780, a
regiment of the Second Dragoons withdrew from the front in Westchester, NY to
Simsbury and Windsor for winter quarters.
Kane’s
Market will provide food and other Simsbury Heritage groups be presenting their
ties to Simsbury’s history during this family-friendly event.
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Suggested
donation is $5.00. The event will be on the grounds of the Simsbury
Historical Society at 800 Hopmeadow Street in Simsbury. For more information, please call
860-658-2500 or see www.SimsburyHistory.org