I have just up-dated my list of interesting places to visit, which is a response to a solicited list of links to the event pages of museums and historic sites...
Hello everyone, I just thought I'd introduce myself. My name is Mark Burnison. I'm with the 2nd Lincoln Militia. I've been in re-enacting for just over one...
In a letter dated Quebec 13th July 1816 from G.H. Monk D.A.C.G to Commissary General Robinson in regards to getting supplies up to Drummond Island it reads in...
My best guess is Holland Landing. Playterston refers to the Playter family who established an Inn here. Ron Dale ... From: doucanu2 <doucanu2@...> [snip]...
Doucanu2 Local legend, but apparently no written sources, locate 'Playter's' or perhaps 'Playter's tavern' near or at the site of Fort Willow, which is of...
My new best guess is the same as Ron's best guess! :) I hadn't heard of the Pleyter family and hadn't seen his answer when I dashed off his! He is much more...
North Gwillimbury grew up around four centres: Roche's Point, Keswick, Jersey, Belhaven. Historically, Lake Simcoe and the Holland River formed the principle...
Thanks for the replies everyone, I'll do some research on the Playter family. Like many things from the past we get more questions then answers sometimes. The...
Hello-- my apologies if this topic has been covered. Von Steuben and Smyth seem to be silent on compliments (salutes) paid to officers when the soldier is...
The Playters were early settlers near Castle Frank in the Don Valley of Toronto. George Playter Jr was the QM for 1st Regiment of Lincoln Militia, part of...
The Playter Family is still one of the oldest established families in Newmarket, just down the road from Holland Landing. They might have additional...
Eli Playter's house is still present just north of the Danforth in Toronto. The area has been known as Playter's estates Sent from my iPhone ... [Non-text...
Bob I believe that Chris McKay is the expert on this for the British units. He did a presentation at our NCO School in the last year or two. It gets...
Did a little research and also got some good info from a good friend. The Playter family are a very interesting read.George sen. being a British rev. war vet...
Good morning Bob, Dave Bennett and I have found the following regarding the paying of compliments/saluting for US troops. See below. All the best, S. A...
As asked, being new to the list, I will gladly introduce myself. I am David Hildebrand, a music historian/freelance performer and lecturer in the field of...
Steve, Very interesting, do Pensioners (US) receive compliments? In the British Army an Officer is expected to salute a Pensioner (in uniform) rather than the...
I, whole heartedly, welcome Dave and his extensive knowledge of Music to the list! Cheers, Ed Seufert, Sgt 1812 Royal Marines www.facebook.com\1812RoyalMarines...
The War of 1812 bicentennial battle re-enactment commemorates the Feb. 22, 1813 battle when Anglo-Canadian forces crossed the frozen St. Lawrence and attacked...
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Charles Fitton
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Dec 14, 2012 7:40 pm
...so if I have a musket, and am hitching a ride on a turnip cart, as we pass a mounted officer.... f...
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Tom Russell
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Dec 15, 2012 3:06 am
I welcome David and Ginger to the group. David and Ginger are a trusted friend of mine for over 20years and we have done a lot of historical activities...
I believe the officer is under no obligation to acknowledge a ranker, even if he salutes. You might get his attention by chucking a turnip. Hobbs From:...
Please check out my video, "When Was the War of 1812?" and "Like" it on YouTube. Thanks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZHi7K-wj-s&feature=youtu.be What do...
Can someone please tell me about facial hair (mustaches, goatees, full beards) that were worn/allowed by/for enlisted men, officers, seamen, naval officers,...
Fifth Annual War of 1812 Heritage Talks April 26-27, 2013 The Fort La Présentation Association offers a varied fare from the Midwest to the Atlantic Coast:...
Wedge Tent Blow-Out Sale #4! Just in time for Christmas I have acquired another 100, yes 100 wedge tents that are ready for purchase! These gently used tents...
