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Old Stone Fort Marks 250 Years of American Independence

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The Stars and Stripes are hoisted up the flagpole at the Flag Raising Ceremony that opened The Old Stone Fort Museum’s July 4th presentation of “Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence.” Photos by Scott Keidong.
The Stars and Stripes are hoisted up the flagpole at the Flag Raising Ceremony that opened The Old Stone Fort Museum’s July 4th presentation of “Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence.” Photos by Scott Keidong.
A Militia demonstration at Saturday, July 4’s day of living history, patriotic traditions, and family-friendly activities at the Old Stone Fort Museum in Schoharie.
A Militia demonstration at Saturday, July 4’s day of living history, patriotic traditions, and family-friendly activities at the Old Stone Fort Museum in Schoharie.
”I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” – Patrick Henry
”I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” – Patrick Henry
The Declaration of Independence was read, along with a number of other revolutionary documents.
The Declaration of Independence was read, along with a number of other revolutionary documents.
Militia atop the Old Stone Fort fire a salute during a flag switching ceremony where the Stars and Stripes was replaced with the Grand Union Flag.
Militia atop the Old Stone Fort fire a salute during a flag switching ceremony where the Stars and Stripes was replaced with the Grand Union Flag.
Spectators look on at a reading of a letter from Thomas Jefferson to Henry Lee.
Spectators look on at a reading of a letter from Thomas Jefferson to Henry Lee.