War Comes to Historic St. Mary’s City Posted by Historic St.
Mary’s City Explore the ways conflict has impacted the lives of
your neighbors and ancestors when War Comes to St. Mary’s on
September 29 and 30. Special activities will take place from 11
a.m. until 4 p.m. at Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC). The event
will focus on colonial Maryland, when all able-bodied male
colonists were directed to arm themselves and be prepared to
defend the colony against pirates, Virginians, and others intent
on plundering. Although the militia of St. Mary’s City fought
few battles, members still needed to be trained and ready to do
battle at a moment’s notice. Several times throughout the year,
the citizen armed force would travel from far-flung plantations
to muster and practice soldiers’ skills. At War Comes to St.
Mary’s visitors can stroll through encampments and talk to
militia families or watch as unit members test their mastery
with a sword and musket. Learn about open-hearth cooking, march
a drill, or practice with