Sons of American Revolution observe Fort Harmar’s 241st anniversary
Historian David Baker (second from right) discusses recent research into the First American Regiment at the 241st Fort Harmar Anniversary program Thursday morning. (Photo by Sophie Wheeler)
Vice President Jean Yost of the Marietta Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution speaks at the 241st Fort Harmar Anniversary program Thursday morning. (Photo by Sophie Wheeler)
Historian David Baker (second from right) discusses recent research into the First American Regiment at the 241st Fort Harmar Anniversary program Thursday morning. (Photo by Sophie Wheeler)
Vice President Jean Yost of the Marietta Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution speaks at the 241st Fort Harmar Anniversary program Thursday morning. (Photo by Sophie Wheeler)
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MARIETTA - The Sons of the American Revolution held a Fort Harmar 241st Anniversary observance Thursday morning in Marietta.
Vice President of the Marietta Chapter Jean Yost spoke on the significance of the site in Marietta history, stating the site was used before the ordinance of 1787. He said Fort Harmar was established Nov. 5, 1785, by 150 soldiers of the First American regiment of the United States with the task to "drive off squatters, restore order, and lead America's effort to establish new governance in the Northwest Territory."
"This is just our way of keeping history alive," Yost said.
The event also featured a “Post the Color” ceremony by the Marietta Chapter Color Guard directed by Bobby Fitzgerald, commander and president.
Additionally, historian David Baker discussed recent research into the First American Regiment and "their duty at Fort Harmar." He detailed several historical incidents involving soldiers at Fort Harmar, specifically noting the relations and disputes with Native Americans.
Additionally, Theresa Judson announced the release of the Fort Harmar medallion by the America 250 Washington County organizing group.
The medallion is unnumbered and unlimited with 500 in stock, "with the understanding that more can be ordered if there is demand."
The medallion features a sketch of Fort Harmar with the year '1785' signifying the year construction began on one side, with the other featuring "Treaty of Paris 1783" the treaty that formally signaled the end of the Revolutionary War.
"This medallion honors the significance of Fort Harmar," Judson said.
The medallions are available for purchase at American Flags and Poles for $25, and will be able to be purchased today for First Friday.
Sophie Wheeler can be reached at swheeler@newsandsentinel.com.