Daily Archives: June 21, 2012

Celebrate War of 1812 With Songs and Stories in Windsor

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wdet.org Wednesday June 20, 2012 This year marks the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, and some in Southeast Ontario are taking it seriously. Craig speaks with Singer/Songwriter Peter Boyer about his “Same Latitude as Rome” project, which is releasing … Continue reading →

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Area residents gather for War of 1812 commemoration worship service at Lenora church

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6/20/2012 By Gretchen Mensink Lovejoy “We gather in this historic pioneer church building to offer our praise and thanksgiving to God! We come together from many different places – as many different people, yet united in the goodness of God … Continue reading →

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Four Ways to Look at a War

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The Wall Street Journal June 20, 2012 By MARK YOST Ottawa Americans and Canadians tell two very different stories about the War of 1812. For Americans, it’s all about Dolly Madison saving the White House artwork and Francis Scott Key … Continue reading →

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Genesee Village will celebrate War of 1812, Jane Austen

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The Daily News Genesee Country Village & Museum Tactical demonstrations and drills will be part of the War of 1812 bicentennial commemoration at Genesee Country Village & Museum, Mumford, on Saturday and Sunday. _______ June 21, 2012   MUMFORD — … Continue reading →

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War of 1812: Johnny gone for a soldier

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6/20/2012 By Debra J. Richardson EDITOR’S NOTE: In collaboration with several organizations, the Fillmore County Historical Society co-sponsored a War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemoration on Saturday, June 16, 2012 in the village of Lenora. This is Part Five of a … Continue reading →

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Flight of the Royal George: A War of 1812 Naval Re-enactment June 29 – July 1 in Bath & Kingston

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5 Tall Ships, 10 Gunboats and 24 Re-enactment Regiments bring history to life with a War of 1812 Naval Re-enactment in Bath and Kingston June 29 – July 1. A St. Lawrence War of 1812 Bicentennial Alliance Signature Event. Painting … Continue reading →

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Fort Jennings commemorates War of 1812

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By Nancy Kline The Lima News, Ohio Published: June 20, 2012 FORT JENNINGS — The bells rang for six minutes at noon Monday in Fort Jennings as the community joined the state of Ohio in celebration and commemoration of the … Continue reading →

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Historical Societies Launch Website For War Of 1812 Bicentennial

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Editor Dirk Langeveld New London County Historical Society partners with other organizations to launch multi-part exhibition The New London County Historical Society has announced the launch of a website highlighting the role of Connecticut and local communities in the War … Continue reading →

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Bicentennial of War of 1812 makes native celebration in London extra special

Posted on June 21, 2012 by administrator

metronews.ca June 20, 2012 By John Matisz Metro London For more than two decades, London’s native community has participated in an annual celebration called National Aboriginal Solidarity Day. This year’s event, scheduled to run from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. … Continue reading →

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