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Fort Hand was authorized by Continental Congress and built in 1777. It was garrisoned by both regulars and militia and was used as a base for ranging operations for most of the war. It was attacked 26 April, 1779, by a large force of Indians and Loyalist rangers. The fort did not fall, and the defenders sustained only one casualty. This fort played a very prominent role in the Revolutionary War history of Westmoreland County, and both the Westmoreland Militia and the 8th Pennsylvania were active there.
Kunkle Park, the site of our event, is just across the street from the site of the fort, where a large memorial stone now stands. If you do a native impression, this would be a good event for it. We were treated very well there several years ago, being show great hospitality and interest by the local public. There is a very large area for us to hold our tactical demonstrations.Bob Cairns is the event coordinator. You may email him with your questions.
The address of the park is:
285 Pine Run Church Rd.
Apollo, PA 15613.
We are only 20 minutes off the Pa. Turnpike, where hotels and restaurants abound. If you are camping, make sure you bring warm sleeping gear, as we are in the foothills of the Alleghenies, where the evenings can be cool.
Event Coordinator:
Bob Cairns
Emergency Contact: TBA