Musket Firing Demonstration, followed by the Changing Face of Fort Mackinac Demonstration

Learn how soldiers in the U.S. Army trained and fired their muskets during the War of 1812! Then, learn about the changing technology of the US Army and find out why the army put an emphasis on marksmanship and changing tactics. Includes a live demonstration! Then, learn how Fort Mackinac has changed architecturally over from its founding during the American Revolution to its last year in 1895. An America250 event!