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Our History
Coryell's Ferry Militia is the 18th century citizen's militia for the town of Coryell's Ferry, now modern day New Hope, Pennsylvania. The unit takes its roots from Solebury Rifle Companies #1 and #2, and has evolved to include three artillery batteries supported by Continental regulars.

The Unit
Coryell's Ferry Militia consists of three fully functioning artillery batteries: a three-quarter scale light six pounder on a traveling carriage and two three-quarter scale six pounders on naval carriages. All three are fired regularly at numerous historical reenactments, civic events and educational programs throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

In September of 1997, Coryell's Ferry Militia commanded the artillery during the launching of Delaware's Tall Ship the KALMAR NYCKEL, a full scale reproduction of the 17th century Swedish warship that founded the colony of Delaware. In May of 1998, the Militia provided gun crews, artillery tools and cannons for the ship's maiden voyage.

The 1997-1998 candidate chosen to portray the role of General George Washington at Washington Crossing Historic Park's Christmas Day Crossing of the Delaware is Robert Gerenser, the founder of this living history unit. Each November the Militia provides artillery and gun crews for the defense of Fort Mifflin, and in December they host two events in the town of New Hope, PA: Monroe's Crossing at Coryell's Ferry and the Colonial Christmas Ball.

Reenactments
Coryell's Ferry Militia participates in the following events:

The Defense of Fort Mifflin, Philadelphia, PA
Monroe's Crossing of the Delaware, New Hope, PA
The Colonial Christmas Ball, New Hope, PA
The Christmas Day Crossing, Washington Crossing Historic Park
Washington's Birthday Festivities, Washington Crossing Historic Park
Live Artillery Demonstrations, Monmouth Battlefield State Park
4th of July Festivities, Washington Crossing Historic Park

Last updated February 5th, 1999