Tag: Tecumseh

Remembering the Raisin this weekend with War of 1812 activities at nation’s newest national park

May 18, 2012

 The River Raisin National Battlefield Park commemorates the mustering of militia for the War of 1812 this weekend with scheduled events from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20. The “War of 1812: A Nation Forged by War” exhibit developed by the National Museum of the United States Navy … More Remembering the Raisin this weekend with War of 1812 activities at nation’s newest national park

A little Michigan war horse history

November 16, 2011

With the technological advances of the 20th century, it’s hard to imagine today the prominent role horses once played in warfare. Seeing the preview last night of the soon-to-be-released movie War Horse directed by Steven Spielberg reminded me of the horse history about famous Michigan war horses we’ve included in our soon-to-be-released Civil War travel … More A little Michigan war horse history

SE Mich Civil War Remembrance Tours – Monroe County

April 1, 2011

Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tours Monroe County and More  Sunday, October 7 / 1 PM to 5 PM / $40 Adult, $25 Youth Early bird special: Order tickets 14 days or more in advance and SAVE 10%. Book tour now ______________________ “Thank God for Michigan!” It’s been said President Abraham … More SE Mich Civil War Remembrance Tours – Monroe County

SE MI Heritage Tourism Networking Event speaker bio: Ed Gerten

March 31, 2011

Edward D. Gerten is the Winery Operations Manager for Pentamere Winery LLC located in Tecumseh, Michigan since 2005. Ed is also an instructor for the Culinary Studies Department at Jackson Community College.  Courses Ed teaches include Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Cost Control, and Beverage Service.  Ed represents Pentamere Winery at the Southeast Michigan Pioneer Wine Trail meetings. He also serves as … More SE MI Heritage Tourism Networking Event speaker bio: Ed Gerten

David Ingall to narrate Michigan-based Hometown History Tours Civil War, War of 1812 bus and walking tours

June 27, 2010

For Immediate Release Hometown History Tours is pleased to announce that David Ingall of Temperance, Michigan will serve as guest narrator for the Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Lunch & Learn Bus Tours, the Battle of the River Raisin War of 1812 Walking Tours, and the 5-day Michigan at Gettysburg  Bus Tour. “I’m please to … More David Ingall to narrate Michigan-based Hometown History Tours Civil War, War of 1812 bus and walking tours

Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Lunch & Learn Civil War Remembrance Tour Registration

June 12, 2010

Explore southeast Michigan and allow our region’s storied past to unfold! Click on the appropriate date and ticket price to book your Lunch & Learn Glory, Valor & Sacrifice Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tour. Remember: The early bird gets the worm. So sign up early and SAVE! Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Early Bird  Ticket … More Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Lunch & Learn Civil War Remembrance Tour Registration

2010 Memorial Day Services, Tributes, Parades, Celebrations

May 12, 2010

2010 Memorial Day Services, Tributes, Parades, and Celebrations List compiled by Ronda Stiffler (Feel free to promote your event by listing it in the comments section) Memorial Day officially began in 1868 when Major General John A. Logan, head of the postwar Union veterans’ group called the Grand Army of the Republic, declared that May … More 2010 Memorial Day Services, Tributes, Parades, Celebrations