And conquer their foeman like patriots bold, Or fall by the Ohio.
What: Dunmore's War 250th Anniversary encampment September 28th, August 31st, 2024. The encampment will be centered around a Composite/Model Company scenario, portraying a volunteer company of Virginians in September 1774. Participation is juried, and by invitation only. Emphasis will be on quality, not quantity, and participants will be doing some interpretation for the general public during daytime hours. Impression guidelines, event goals/extras and contact information will be added in the coming months.
When: The Weekend of September 28th, August 31st 2024.
Where: Historic Smithfield, Blacksburg, Virginia at the site of a volunteer company encampment in 1774.
Wear: Civilian clothes with the majority of participants in unbleached linen "Osnabrigs" hunting shirts and blue woolen "Indian leggings".