Re-enactment of 1754

English, Scottish, French and Indians - oh, my!  This was a huge affair at "The Fort at Number Four" in Charlestown, NH. Although the fort was established in 1735, the French and Indian War was officially from 1754 to 1763.   Here is the link to their webpage to get an idea of the scope: French & Indian War Day.  Outside the fort were the vendors - but they mingled with the settlers and natives, too.

Entrance to Fort

Inside the palisades were the craftspeople and official groups.  There were homes built into the fort that certain groups got to use.  The other encampments were outside, grouped by ethnic background. All together there must have been over a hundred people participating.

English Camp

I was invited to stay for dinner by my sister and her husband - I was not certain which ethnic group he belonged in.  He also managed to not take sides in the mock battle.  He was teaching calligraphy, and participating musically in the evening events.  (Musick Master on web page...)

R.P.'s tent - he had a cook fire off to the right

Earlier in the day I witnessed the bread pudding being made, that was the crowning jewel of the potluck.  We ate with a group of about 4 families, one had their picture taken, 21st century style. We met a lady who has made You Tube videos - check out Goodwife Clark.

I was fascinated by the vendors and crafts people.  Some had one ware, others had collected many things to sell or trade, and still others would custom make items for you like shoes, tents, or furniture.

It was a hot day, and most folks were sheltered under their tent canopies, in the stockade, or under trees.  But two men were out in the battlefield with their mugs of whatever, in full dress.  

I was glad to get into an air-conditioned van with my bottle of ice tea.  I did purchase a few trinkets. There were some deals to be had!