Indiana Territorial Rangers Garrison

Date:
October 12th thru October 13th, 2024

Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Experience living history at The Old Fort this weekend! The men of the Davis Indiana Territorial Rangers will be on garrison duty. It is the War of 1812. Learn the history of the Indiana Rangers program and their historical connection to Fort Wayne. Talk to the rangers about their tactics and gear. Watch a scouting unit carry out a recon mission. Observe the drills, daily activities, and responsibilities of an infantry company during the War of 1812!

Saturday, October 12^th:

10:00 am – Morning Colors

10:15 am – Morning Report

10:30 am – Scout Recon Surrounds Fort

11:00 am – Drill and Inspection by Captain

12:00 pm – Firing Demo by River

1:00 pm – Ranger History Program

2:00 pm – Firing Demo by River

3:00 pm – Ranger History Program

4:00 pm – Flintlock Operation and Care

4:45 pm – Evening Colors

4:55 pm – Pay Distribution

5:00 pm – Grounds Closed

 Sunday, October 13^th:

 10:00 am – Morning Colors

10:15 am – Morning Report

10:30 am – Scout Recon Surrounds Fort

11:00 am – Drill and Inspection by Captain

12:00 pm – Firing Demo by River

1:00 pm – Ranger History Program

2:00 pm – Firing Demo by River

3:00 pm – Ranger History Program

3:45 pm – Evening Colors

3:55 pm – Pay Distribution

4:00 pm – Grounds Closed

*Ongoing Demonstrations: Firepit Cooking, Preparing Cartridges, and Equipment Maintenance.

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