On This Day: The Redcoats Make Their Escape

On This Day: The Redcoats make their escape

The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women whose bravery and sacrifice led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. March 10, 1776 As dawn breaks, Continental Army soldiers have begun gathering the nearly 700 British cannonballs fired at their position overnight.  At headquarters…

South Boston’s 250th Evacuation Day Observance

The South Boston Citizens’ Association (the SBCA) is planning a truly memorable Evacuation Day observance on March 17 – the 250th Anniversary of that historic Day. In this year of 2026, March 17 occurs on a Tuesday, two days after our annual St. Patrick’s/Evacuation Day Parade here in South Boston