Repose of the Fallen Memorial dedicated at reinterment ceremony
“In early February 2019, the remains of 44 patriots were discovered quietly resting beneath the ground in a nation that has long since moved on … Read more
Repose of the Fallen
Remains of Continental Army soldiers returned to Lake George for reinterment
Skeletal remains identified by archaeologists as individuals associated with the Continental Army and the 1776 smallpox hospital at Fort George were brought back to Lake … Read more
Mile-long procession to escort Revolutionary War patriots’ remains from Albany to Lake George
On Wednesday, May 20, a motorcade of New York State Police, Korean and Vietnam War-era military trucks, and members of the New York Patriot Guard … Read more
‘Repose of the Fallen’ project on schedule for May dedication in Battlefield Park
Construction of the reinterment site for the Revolutionary War-era remains unearthed in the Village of Lake George is on schedule, announced Lake George officials in … Read more
Courtland Street Reinterment Committee breaks ground on Repose of the Fallen
After six years of planning and fundraising, construction of the Repose of the Fallen in New York State Battlefield Park is underway. This Thursday, members … Read more
Battlefield Park Alliance reports banner year and major events on the horizon
The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance held its annual membership meeting this Saturday, August 9, at the Fort William Henry Hotel Conference Center, with approximately … Read more
Professor Hart presents Battlefield Park archaeological study findings
In June 2024, Professor Siobhan Hart, Chair of the Skidmore College Anthropology Department, led an archaeological exploration in Lake George Battlefield Park. She returned to … Read more
Courtland Street Cemetery historical marker unveiled
“They died not on a battlefield, but in a makeshift hospital lying on planks and pine boughs,” says Lisa Anderson. “They died from disease with … Read more
A year of growth, loss and a transformational addition on the horizon: Battlefield Park Alliance holds its Annual Meeting
Lake George Battlefield Park is gaining prominence as a significant state and national historic site. The state-owned park at the head of Lake George has, … Read more