French & Indian War 250th Commemoration Event Dedication of the Forbes Trail Medallion On October 18, 2008 at 5pm, the members of Historic Carlisle, led by Fr Mark Scheneman, dedicated the Forbes Trail Medallion. The Colcom Foundation of Pittsburgh provided funding for this and six other medallions, located at the gateway towns on the Forbes Trail as part of the foundation’s overall support of Pittsburgh 250th celebration. “These markers commemorate General John Forbe’s epic passage across Pennsylvania. Creation of the Forbes Trail tested the ingenuity and persistence of our forebears,” said John F. Rohe, Vice-President of Philanthropy, Colcom Foundation. “The trail imparts shared gratitude for the past, a sense of place for the present and a path to the future as we imagine what we can do here.”

French & Indian War 250th Commemoration Event Candlelight Tours of Colonial Carlisle On July 7, the members of Historic Carlisle acted as colonial guides and led groups of visitors through the streets of historic Carlisle visiting French & Indian War era sites and landmarks. James Smith, whose murder trial included forensic evidence! Martha May - a camp follower.

French & Indian War 250th Commemoration Event Forbes Encampment at Carlisle 1758 In May of 1758, Brigadier General John Forbes launched a campaign to seize Fort Duquesne (now Pittsburgh) from French forces. General Forbes mustered troops in Carlisle and carved a road west (on what is now known as the Forbes Trail) for this historic victory. Relive the encampment of the 18th century troops in Carlisle as British and Colonial reenactment units bivouac for two days. Meet Gen John Forbes and witness the muster and drilling of troops, sick call, camp life and campfire cooking, children's puppet show, etc. In the evening, enjoy the music and merriment as colonial dancers demonstrate their intricate steps. Colonial services Sunday at the camp.

Regiments 77th Regiment of Foote, Montgomery's Highlanders, Grenadier Company 77th Regiment of Foote, Montgomery's Highlanders, Light Infantry MaryLand Forces, Dagworthy's Captain Trent's Company Augusta Battalion, Pennsylvania Provincials Roger's Rangers Donegal Riflemen (including Native Americans) The Pennsylvania German Regiment Weiser's Battalion, Pennsylvania Provincials

Took place: June 7 & 8, 2008

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Expeditionary Troops Parade Dedication of the Wayside Marker Military Life Court Martial Sutlers The Camp Colonial Dance Historic Carlisle AWC Class of 2008 Print Presentation
	Forbes Expeditionary Troops re-enactment June 2008

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