Videos

Park Ranger Jim Bailey talked about the history and importance of the Treaty of Ghent. He discussed the origins of the war of 1812 and how the British and Americans responded to the treaty. …

Kyle Dalton talked about naval navigation during the War of 1812, including the tools used by sailors on both sides of the conflict. This event was hosted by the Octagon Museum, which occupi…

Historical reenactor John Douglas Hall portrayed President Madison and discussed the origins of the War of 1812. To mark the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Ghent by the pr…