‘The eyes of America are upon us’: Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery arrives at Fort George
“It was a close race with winter. The winds blew a hurricane, and the ice was a constant peril. Yet, the excessive hard pushing by … Read more
Henry Knox
Officials commemorate the 250th anniversary of Knox’s ‘Noble Train of Artillery’
Tuesday morning, local officials and representatives from historical organizations gathered at Knox Trail Marker #7 in Lake George Battlefield Park to pay tribute to Colonel … Read more
Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery tribute to feature multiple events, historian Rick Atkinson to speak
The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance and the Warren County Commission for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution are hosting a day of special … Read more
Historian to present ‘Henry & Lucy Knox and the Ticonderoga Expedition’
Henry Knox is best known for his arduous journey hauling tons of heavy artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston during the winter of 1775-1776. The … Read more
Carlton Raid marker unveiled; Benedict Arnold, Henry Knox programs planned
There’s a new Historical Marker in Lake George’s Battlefield Park. The sign commemorates the capture and burning of Fort George by Major Carleton’s forces on … Read more
Historians to commemorate Henry Knox’s artillery march with presentation
In December 1755, with Boston under siege by the British, Henry Knox began the “noble artillery train.” Knox used oxen-drawn sleds to haul 60 tons … Read more