“One if by land and two if by sea,” but what about Kings Highway? Re-enactors portraying the Loyalists to the King and the Colonialists will face-off in downtown Haddonfield at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6.
The 3rd annual “Skirmish on Kings Highway” marks the 237th anniversary of the British encampment in Haddonfield. Hosted by the Friends of the Indian King Tavern, this family-friendly event celebrates the history of the town and tells the tale of Haddonfield’s rich Revolutionary War heritage.
Starting at 10 a.m. on June 6, the 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment — the Rebels — will encamp at the Indian King Tavern at 233 Kings Highway East, until they battle with the First Battalion of New Jersey Volunteers (the Red Coats or Loyalists).
Around 1 p.m. the Red Coats will march down Kings Highway and encounter a regiment of Colonial Rebels, where the first shot will be fired. There will be plenty of space for viewing and cheering along Kings Highway, which will be shut to traffic.
The skirmish starts at 1 p.m. and should take about 30 minutes, so don’t be late.
After the smoke clears, meet members of both regiments at the Tavern to learn more about the life of the Revolutionary War soldier.
Later in the afternoon, children will be able to march like soldiers with wooden muskets down Kings Highway. Tours of the historic tavern will be offered throughout the day. After the skirmish, members of both regiments will be at the Tavern.
Admission is free to the public. For information call the Tavern at (856) 429–6792. The Indian King Tavern is located at 233 East Kings Highway.
Remington and Vernick are sponsors for the event.
