Fort Jesup Living History Program

Guests are invited out to Fort Jesup to observe how a militia would have been mustered for martial activities in the late 17 and early 1800s. There will be a demonstration of military drills and authenticity as well as opportunities to speak with living historians and see historic encampments. Park manager, Carrie McCormic, will be hosting an ongoing discussion throughout the day on how militias developed for the American Revolution and then after developed both into the standing U.S. Army as well as into the city guard, state militia, and eventually how such things would have affected the establishment of Fort Jesup and other forts along the frontier. Come join us for a step into the past of early military history.