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Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't there a fort in Buffalo at one point? If so, what happened to it? Also, maybe this would be the year to recreate the original site down by the river/lake. Maybe they could even unearth the site, unlees the Peace Bridge was built on it.

Wow,

I am totally in awe now. History is my reason for reason, and

seeing the anniversary date approaching in the near future, with

plenty of time to prepare, a wonderful celebration, is something to

really look forward to. Maybe we could get one of the local micro-

breweries to perfect a honey mead to keep things festive.

Bringing in a solid base of tourism, is an awesome goal, to

highlight the area also. Period dress and munitions, re-enacting

the battles (keeping the city burning to a minimum) is always a

successful draw. Honoring the people who sacrificed, and had

endured the struggles, to maintain their freedom from oppressive

rule, so that we could remain free to this day, is integral to our

growth as a nation. Never, should an attack on our soil, be taken

as forgettable, or inconsequential. We as Americans, have a duty

to the world at large, to bring to the forefront, our struggles with

the former empires, to expand on it's possibilities. At this time,

the 'world' is really watching us, how we have handled crisis, and

how we, as a people, endure. We are their hope, and for some, it

is all they have. It is'nt our leaders, embarrassments and failings,

it is us, as individuals, who cherish our freedoms enough to care

that it's 'growing pains' are remembered, and not taken lightly.

Buffalo's significance, in American history, should take it's place, as

one of the key areas where our freedoms were defended. Not

just the world's view, but all Americans, can take pride in the events

that shaped their country's beginnings, and re-capture some measure of distinction, that we also, have payed a high price

for all we have accomplished. 200 years, think of all the events that

have since transpired, and until/since the Alamo, Pearl Harbor, and 911, we have held our ground. These are events that have crippled and destroyed nations, yet we prosper. Speak's volumn's to the

'huddled masses' who yearn to emulate our shore's. I suppose

I am saying , this goes beyond our ability to just 'throw a party' but has far reaching capabilities. This event has the propensity to be

a milestone in public opinion. Many today are searching for the ability to have some degree, or capacity, of understanding, their

place as a nation, showcasing the past achievements is crucial.

This guarantees a successful remembrance.

It is'nt too early to set out some donation can's for the effort's

to bring this event to a culmination, it'll be spectacular. Can some-one please book "The Rolling Stones" to appear and schedule some

firework's. That would be incredible...

It was Fort Porter and I'm sure there is info at the library and Historical Museum. "Bob B" referenced it during a tour of Front Park, when Peace Bridge open-process was going on. I'm sure someone more knowledgable than I could be of more help. Re-enactment and making an event of this anniversary would be AMAZING and Randy is trying to plan WELL ahead (not something we've come to expect in our "little town") o I hope he gets lots of interest, I can already think of one person to make aware of his project's potential. If it gets off the ground, I hope he (Randy could be a she?) will keep BRO in the loop. o it's my "everyday news" of choice!

I say we bring the old cannons and cannon balls back to Soldier's Place. We really need to bring back this part ob Buffalo's history. Even if they are not the same, there have to be some nice replicas out there. I think I read on this website that the cannon balls were sold for scrap. Great submission on the War of 1812. Good Luck!

It was Fort Porter and I'm sure there is info at the library and Historical Museum. "Bob B" referenced it during a tour of Front Park, when Peace Bridge open-process was going on. I'm sure someone more knowledgable than I could be of more help. Re-enactment and making an event of this anniversary would be AMAZING and Randy is trying to plan WELL ahead (not something we've come to expect in our "little town") o I hope he gets lots of interest, I can already think of one person to make aware of his project's potential. If it gets off the ground, I hope he (Randy could be a she?) will keep BRO in the loop. o it's my "everyday news" of choice!

Actually, I'm a guy. And I live in Washington, DC. But I get to Buffalo fairly often, and I care very much about history and in particular Buffalo's often neglected rich contributions to history. My worst nightmare is that we will have a single celebration with the mayor giving some comments, followed by fireworks, and everything thinks that we did a great job. Opportunities to grab the nation's attention (in a good way) are few and rarely come with such lead time. I wouldn't be happy until every single child in WNY is working on a 1812 project, and every adult is well versed in the history and telling everyone in the world to come see it live.