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18 th Century Firearms
August 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
18 th Century Firearms*
Saturday, August 10 10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Join Park Ranger Taylor Moorefield for a look at several styles of firearms used in the Revolutionary War era. Learn the
advantages and disadvantages of each and see a firing demonstration of a flintlock weapon system. Program will be held
inside Fort Watauga, located approximately 100 yards behind the visitor center. Program will last approximately 20
minutes. All ages welcome. There will be one loud sound at the end of the program when the flintlock is fired.
