Links to EventsJan 17: CT - Memorial for Charles Riegle 2020: Mar 15: NY - Supplies in NY Jul 08: All - Updated French Rosters Sept 15: All - WARO Foundation Plan 2021: Aug 14: All - Bicycle-Kayak Tour Sept 1: PA - Memorial for Kurt Zwickl |
Report Emphasizes Need for Supplies2020 March 15 -- Dr. Robert A. Selig's report, The Franco-American Encampment in the Town of Greenburgh, NY. 6 July -- 18 August 1781 (Town of Greenburgh, NY, 2020). is 266 pages with many illustrations and maps. It is available free from www.greenburghny.com |
New Rosters of French Officers and CasualtiesOn July 8, 2020, some History area pages were updated: |
History - Mission - Vision2020 Sept 15 the National Park Service published [*] the WARO Foundation Document, which will guide the development of this National Historic Trail.History The Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail (WARO) is 680 miles in length and comprises a network of roads and waterways used by French forces under Rochambeau and American forces under Washington in the Yorktown Campaign. The route spans nine states and the District of Columbia. The military, logistical and cultural significance of this march served as a pivotal point in the American Revolutionary War. Without the assistance of thousands of French soldiers and sailors, many of whom gave their lives, the outcome of the war could have been different. Today the route includes many historic sites and scenic byways that are open to the public and important to explaining this key part of French and American history. Mission The mission of the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail is to preserve and interpret the routes taken by American and French troop from 1781 – 1782 and to commemorate the role of the critical French-American alliance in the victory over British forces at the siege of Yorktown, Virginia. Vision Our vision is to commemorate the Washington Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail by making it relevant and meaningful to present day audiences through a clearly focused presence that includes innovative outreach and programming. In doing so we will foster relationships with partners and stakeholders to influence interest in the Trail and create visitor experiences. The National Park Foundation has an [*] NPF Resource Center website which provides helpful ideas for the Directors of National Trails, including fund-raising, and promoting volunteerism. |
Commemorative Bicycle-Kayak Tour
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