My name is Mario and I live in NY's Schoharie County. In the 18th century, this was NY's frontier. During the Revolution, it was raided by Loyalist and Iroquois during the period known as the "Burning of the Valleys."
I portray a white Loyalist fighting alongside Mohawk leader Joseph Brant. "Brant's Volunteers" were known in this area as fierce fighters. They raided settlements like Cobuskill (Cobleskill), German Flatts, Springfield, etc as well as taking part in the amush of Rebel militia at Oriskany on August 6th, 1777. They were one of the most active units of Loyalists, yet they received no pay.
In the following pages, I hope to share research and my adventures in re-enacting and conducting period scouts throughout NY's wildlands in 18th century garb.
This is our website:
http://www.oquagavolunteers.com/
The 2nd Albany County Militia's "Area of Operations" was the Schoharie Valley and we never did catch up to you guys!
ReplyDeleteI believe we still owe you guys for a Dutch Church you burnt near Middleburgh.....
Catch me if you can Rebel Scum!
ReplyDeleteCome to the Dark Side...