From the May 9, 2017, Zip 06.com "Essex's Annual Burning of the Ships Day Commemorates Historic Event on May 13" by Jenn McCulloch.
The Reenacting group Free Men of the Sea will be on hand to recreate life in Essex during the War of 1812.
Over 200 years ago, the British burned nearly 30 ships in Essex Harbor, Connecticut, and in the surrounding area. This will be commemorated on May 13 in Essex from 1 to 4 p.m.. The event is cohosted by the Connecticut River Museum and Sailing Masters of 1812.
--Brock-Perry
2012 marks the 200th anniversary of America's "Forgotten War," the War of 1812 that took place over three years, 1812 to 1815.
Battle of New Orleans.
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