Events for February 18, 2012


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February 18, 2012

 

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276th Anniversary of Fort Frederica Living History Encampment

February 18, 2012

 

Saturday, February 18, 2012

10 A.M. – 4 P.M.

Fort Frederica National Monument

6515 Frederica Road, St. Simons Island

 

The National Park Service commemorates the 1736 founding of Frederica. Living history activities including historic weapons demonstrations, 18th century trades and crafts will bring the history of this British fort and town to life.

   

 

Dinner with General James Oglethorpe

February 18, 2012

 

Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7 P.M.

Fort King George State Historic Site, Fort King George Drive, Darien

 

General James E. Oglethorpe, and the Garrison of Fort King George would like to invite members of the public to a quaint colonial dinner in the enlisted soldiers barracks. Evening entertainment will feature the arrival of General Oglethorpe, musket & cannon firings, as well as interaction between the fort officers, soldiers, and dinner guests. Come share time with the founder of the colony of Georgia!

 

$35 per person for the dinner.  Reservations required.  Contact Fort King George for more information.  912.437.4770.

 

 
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Today in History

1765 James Oglethorpe was appointed full general in the British Army. Ultimately, he would become the oldest general officer in the British military. read more

 

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