Battle of Brooklyn Day
In memory of the brave patriots who fought for our country’s independence in this first battle after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, The Green-Wood Historic Fund hosts a day of free commemoration ceremonies and trolley tours.
This year's commemoration is on Sunday, August 29, 2010.
Part of Brooklyn Battle Week, for more information on Battle Week, visit The Old Stone House's website
Tributes - Tribute to George Washington’s Irish Generals, The Bold Fenian Men/The Civil War, Irish Korean War Memorial, Matilda Tone, John Gallagher & Charles Higgins.
Re-Enactment - Revolutionary War Re-Enactors will relive a portion of the Battle of Brooklyn in Green-Wood’s Meadow and the surrounding area near Green- Wood’s main entrance.
Parade - The Green-Wood Historic Fund and United States Merchant Marine Academy sponsor the Annual Battle of Brooklyn Parade. Meet at the main gate for a parade to Battle Hill led by George M. Cohan’s own, The Regimental Band of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Commemorative Ceremony - Battle of Brooklyn Commemorative Ceremony honoring the Patriots who fought the first battle of our new nation on this sacred ground 232+ years ago.
