"Heads of Families and Men of Substance" The Rise of the Merrimack Valley Minute Men In October 1774, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress instructed towns throughout the colony to prepare for imminent conflict with England. In response, the Merrimack Valley, in particular, adopted a wartime stance, forming minute companies, stockpiling weapons, ammunition, and supplies, and establishing a defense network ready to mobilize if British forces advanced from Boston.
Join local historian Alexander Cain as he explores the Merrimack Valley's reaction, focusing on Amesbury's response, to the British threat and delves into the formation of the Massachusetts militia and the minuteman system just before the battles of Lexington and Concord and their service record at the Battle of Bunker Hill.
2025 RECIPIENT OF THE ACM AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE: BRUCE MCBRIEN The Amesbury Carriage Museum Award for Community Service celebrates a dedicated community member who tirelessly champions Amesbury's history, industry, and people. We are honored to recognize Bruce McBrien for his unmatched service in our community.
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