Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) and British military governor General Thomas Gage encountered some of his biggest challenges to his authority in Salem. We always …
Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) and British military governor General Thomas Gage encountered some of his biggest challenges to his authority in Salem. We always …
Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) and British military governor General Thomas Gage encountered some of his biggest challenges to his authority in Salem. We always …
Join the Massachusetts National Guard on the Salem Common, Rain, Snow, Sleet or Shine! Muster ceremony on the Salem Common begins with a U.S. Army helicopter landing and dropping off Massachusetts National Guard Soldier of the Year, F16 Eagle Air Force flyover, 500 Soldier Pass in Review, and Cannon Salute. Also on hand will be several static military displays of …
The House of the Seven Gables is proud to invite you to an evening of reflection, history, and community. Special guest speakers from the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, alongside local Author and Historian, Benjamin Shallop, will discuss Salem’s role in and the lasting impact of the Pequot War (1636-1638) ahead of the First Muster commemoration on April 11th.
