The British are Coming!!!

This week, David and Jonathon have been participating in the CLS History Camp. The focus of this camp has been the American Revolution. We have just finished watching the mini series John Adams and the boys have recently spent time in Colonial Williamsburg.....so they were eager for camp!!
Mr. Bronson worked tirelessly with these young men.....teaching them how to march, how to load and fire a musket, and how to use a bayonet. He also instructed them in biblical principles, such as humility, diligence, submission, and fighting the good fight of faith. There were many history lessons from the American Revolution as well. The boys came home everyday sweaty, tired, and worn out. But they always had many stories to tell us.
Jonathon and his good buddy Michael.

Last night, there was a program for the parents. We all brought picnics and sat and listened to Major Bronson speak on His Excellency, General Washington. Then we watched the soldiers perform military drills. At the end of the program there was a battle.
Private David Keeler, who became a "Sargent of the Day" was able to fire a real musket.
Private Jonathon Keeler of His Majesty's Army.
Ready to take on the Continentals!
Let the battle begin! David and Jonathon are fighting to the right. After a hard fought battle, the British finally surrendered.

After the program finished, the boys had an encampment. They slept under the stars!

David and Jonathon had such a great week. They are already looking forward to next summer.....the Civil War!



What a great week this was for the boys! They are ready for next summer........the Civil War!