Men from the 24th Connecticut Militia presented a volley tribute at the site of the Wyoming Monument as a part of the 247th Anniversary of the Battle of Wyoming in 2025.
                                 Tony Callaio file photo | For Sunday Dispatch

Men from the 24th Connecticut Militia presented a volley tribute at the site of the Wyoming Monument as a part of the 247th Anniversary of the Battle of Wyoming in 2025.

Tony Callaio file photo | For Sunday Dispatch

<p>Foral tributes were placed at the base of the 63-foot Wyoming Monument, erected in 1833 and completed in 1843, during the annual Battle & Massacre of Wyoming ceremony on July 4, 2025.</p>
                                 <p>Tony Callaio file photo | For Sunday Dispatch</p>

Foral tributes were placed at the base of the 63-foot Wyoming Monument, erected in 1833 and completed in 1843, during the annual Battle & Massacre of Wyoming ceremony on July 4, 2025.

Tony Callaio file photo | For Sunday Dispatch

The 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment Reenacting/Living History organization will hold its annual memorial service honoring those who fell at the Harding Massacre, June 30, 1778, and the Battle of Wyoming, July 3, 1778.

Service will take place at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 24, on the grounds of the Wyoming Monument, Route 11, Wyoming.

Come and see what an 18th-century church service might have been like, as we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Service will be led by the Rev. Josiah Entwhistle. Meet 18th-century living historians portraying residents of the valley during this exciting time of our nation’s history.

The event is open to all, free of charge. For further information, contact semershaw@gmail.com.

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