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American War of Independence Weekend

Name: American War of Independence Weekend
Start: 2026-06-13
End: 2026-06-14
Location: Moira Furnace

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Saturday, 13 June 2026 – Sunday, 14 June 2026

Moira Furnace

Furnace Lane, Moira, DE12 6AT

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We have a brilliant group of re-enactors coming to stage a weekend event all about the American War of Independence, which our very own Sir Francis Rawdon Hastings was part of! The weekend will consist of demonstrations, patrols, and even a skirmish, as well as the chance to learn about life in both the British and American armies.

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