This was posted in 2009. Here is the LINK to the 2013 events.
http://www.dhr.virginia.gov/registers/Cities/Norfolk/122-0007_Fort_Norfolk_1976_Final_Nomination.pdf
http://www.dhr.virginia.gov/registers/Cities/Norfolk/122-0007_Fort_Norfolk_1976_Final_Nomination.pdf
HM Sloop OTTER, Inc.
A 501.c.3 Educational Organization
For further information we can be contacted at info@hmsotter.org
One of the more neglected conflicts in American history is the War of 1812. In an attempt to help educate the public about this important era in or nations past, we in the crew of HM Sloop OTTER participate in various War of 1812 events in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, as well as at other sites around the country. We have two primary impressions; The 20th U.S. Regiment, and the 2nd Virginia Regiment of Militia, as the Fort Norfolk Garrison, 1812-1815 A company of the 20th U.S. saw duty at old Fort Norfolk during the Chesapeake campaign. The 20th also saw action in the northern theater. The 2nd Va. Regiment of Militia was formed at Fort Norfolk, and saw action in the Battle of Craney Island. The Fort Norfolk Garrison considers itself a family friendly unit, while at the same time abiding by a set of uniform and conduct standards that will assure a high level of authenticity. Our uniforms are constructed with appropriate period-correct fabrics, by hand when seams are visible. Through research and documentation the accouterments and weapons we use are as close as possible to that actually used during the War of 1812. Our desire to recreate the troops stationed at Fort Norfolk accurately is such that these standards will be upheld. And when you think about it, if this is done to the best of our ability, we can step back and take pride that we are doing our best. Levels of participationThere are two levels of participation in the Fort Norfolk Garrison, 1812-1815. Entry level is that of a Militiaman in the 2nd Virginia Regiment of Militia. The new member will be required to obtain / assemble a basic militia kit based on the regulations set forth by Governor Barber in January 1812 for Virginia Militia forces.The next level of progression in the Fort Norfolk Garrison is that of Regular as a private in the 20th U.S. regular infantry. Our 20th U.S. impression is intended to be much more "progressive" in nature in that we require an elevated level of authenticity in uniforming and equipment. Because of this, unit members are not required to advance to this level to participate in the Fort Norfolk Garrison, it is strictly voluntary, though encouraged.
So, if you are willing to abide by our standards of authenticity and would like join us, welcome! Contact us at info@hmsotter.org for a membership form and a copy of the Soldier's Manual.
In 1776, the Gosport Navy Yard was founded along the western shore of the Elizabeth River. Gosport was a productive naval and merchant facility, first under the British Crown and later under the control of the Commonwealth. The name of the former colonial asset was changed to Norfolk Naval Shipyard in 1863. Still in operation today, Norfolk Naval Shipyard the U.S. Navy’s oldest shipyard –predating the department of the Navy by 31 years. To learn more visit http://www.nnsy1.navy.mil/.
The Battle of Craney Island, fought a year after a young United States declared war on Great Britain in June of 1812, became the battle that would save the cities of Portsmouth and Norfolk, Virginia from British invasion. U.S. forces built defenses around Craney Island and protected from 2,000 invading British soldiers aiming to destroy the port and its surrounding cities by land and sea. The Battle of Craney Island represents one of the few American won battles during the War of 1812. To learn more about the Battle of Craney Island, click here.
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The Battle of Craney Island was a victory for the United States during the War of 1812. The battle saved the city of Norfolk, Virginia, from British invasion.
On July 20 at 11:30 a.m., there will be a dedication ceremony for a historical plaque commemorating the Battle of Craney Island. The plaque, to be placed just outside the gates of Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve, is sponsored by the Portsmouth History Commission and the Daughters of the War of 1812. The dedication is open to the public.
http://www.1812va.org/index.php
The Battle of Craney Island was a victory for the United States during the War of 1812. The battle saved the city of Norfolk, Virginia, from British invasion.
On July 20 at 11:30 a.m., there will be a dedication ceremony for a historical plaque commemorating the Battle of Craney Island. The plaque, to be placed just outside the gates of Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve, is sponsored by the Portsmouth History Commission and the Daughters of the War of 1812. The dedication is open to the public.
http://www.1812va.org/index.php
http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=22154
http://historicforrest.com/CraneyIsland1813/
References and further reading :
http://historicforrest.com/CraneyIsland1813/
References and further reading :
> Burgess, Dean, The History of Portsmouth http://www.deanburgess.com/
>Flanders, Alan (1995-10-01). "Craney Island Battle Led to Burning of Hampton". The Virginian-Pilot. http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/VA-news/VA-Pilot/issues/1995/vp951001/09290198.htm
>Forester, C. S., The Age of Fighting Sail, New English Library
>Chartrand, R., British Forces in North America, 1793–1815, London: Osprey Publishing, 1998, ISBN 1-85532-741-4
>George, Christopher T., Terror on the Chesapeake: The War of 1812 on the Bay, Shippensburg, Pa., White Mane, 2001, ISBN 1-57249-276-7
>Latimer, Jon, 1812: War with America, Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2007, ISBN 0-67402-584-9
>Pitch, Anthony S.The Burning of Washington, Annapolis: Naval Institute Press, 2000. ISBN 1-55750-425-3
>Roosevelt, Theodore, The Naval War of 1812, Random House, New York, ISBN 0-375-75419-9
>Forester, C. S., The Age of Fighting Sail, New English Library
>Chartrand, R., British Forces in North America, 1793–1815, London: Osprey Publishing, 1998, ISBN 1-85532-741-4
>George, Christopher T., Terror on the Chesapeake: The War of 1812 on the Bay, Shippensburg, Pa., White Mane, 2001, ISBN 1-57249-276-7
>Latimer, Jon, 1812: War with America, Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2007, ISBN 0-67402-584-9
>Pitch, Anthony S.The Burning of Washington, Annapolis: Naval Institute Press, 2000. ISBN 1-55750-425-3
>Roosevelt, Theodore, The Naval War of 1812, Random House, New York, ISBN 0-375-75419-9
>http://www.warof1812.ca
>http://www.warof1812.net
>http://www.historycentral.com/1812
>http://www.warof1812.net
>http://www.historycentral.com/1812
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