Three significant dates in American history:
- July 4, 1776: The Declaration of Independence was signed.
- August 27, 1776: The Battle of Brooklyn, the first battle of the American Revolution, began.
- August 28, 2011: Green-wood Cemetery will present "The Battle of Brooklyn: A 235th Anniversary Commemoration," a day of free events.
The free commemorative activities that will take place on this family-friendly day are:
- 12:30 p.m.: Re-enactment. Immerse yourself in the battle. Held in Green-Wood Cemetery’s Meadow at the Gothic Arch and the surrounding area near Green-Wood’s main entrance at 25th Street and 5th Avenue.
- 1:30 p.m.: Parade. Join up at Green-wood's main gate for a parade to Battle Hill, led by The Regimental Band of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
- 2:00 p.m.: At a commemorative ceremony, honor the Patriots who fought in the first battle of our new nation. Held on Green-wood's Battle Hill.
Click here to see slide shows of the 2007 through 2010 commemorations.