War of 1812 Brochure
War of 1812 Brochure
War of 1812 Brochure
The 2008 Virginia General Assembly created the Virginia Commission on the Bicentennial of the American War of 1812 to prepare for and commemorate the bicentennial anniversary of Virginias participation in the American War of 1812. Legislation creating the Commission was co-patroned by Del. M. Kirkland Cox (HB1391) and by Senator Stephen H. Martin (SB383). The Commission plans commemorative events and activities, encourages research to promote historical literacy and understanding of the war, and supports organizations throughout the state as they plan commemorative events.
Virginia Presidents of the war
Commission Members
Del. M. Kirkland Cox, Chairman Sen. George L. Barker Del. Rosalyn R. Dance Del. Christopher K. Peace Del. Kenneth R. Plum Sen. Frederick M. Quayle Sen. Stephen H. Martin, Vice-Chairman Del. R. Lee Ware, Jr. Mr. Peter E. Broadbent, Jr. Ms. Nancy G. Heuser Ms. Betsy S. Barton Dr. Sandra G. Treadway
James MAdison
James Monroe
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Special Events
Spring 2011 - Madison & Monroe Wreath Laying. January 11, 2012 - A Symphonic Tribute, in cooperation with the Richmond Symphony, will begin the commemoration of the bicentennial in Richmond. June 1-12, 2012 - OpSail Virginia 2012 and the U. S. Navy will bring tall ships to Hampton Roads to commemorate the War of 1812 in Norfolk. Summer 2013 - Chesapeake Bay Tour retracing British invasion of Hampton Roads and battles along the Chesapeake and Northern Neck. June 2014 - Legacy Symposium, a family-friendly, educational symposium will be held at Fort Monroe.
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Ash Lawn-HighlandThis historic house located near Charlottesville, was home to President James Monroe and his wife, Elizabeth Kortright Monroe. Visit this working farm, museum year round.
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