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This day in Mohawk Valley History: June 18, 1812

At the start of the War of 1812, the United States had fewer than 12,000 soldiers, of which nearly half were new recruits.

The growing bicycle fad calls attention to the large number of cases of mispronunciation of the word “bicycle.” And what is “bicycle face?”

On June 12, 1806, John A. Roebling, civil engineer and builder of bridges, was born. His last achievement was the Brooklyn Bridge.

Schoharie Crossing hosts historian to discuss the lead up to the battle of Saratoga, the turning point in the American Revolution.

On June 10, 1902, The Utica Observer reports on mud in the canal, along with reports from other locales in the Mohawk Valley.

In this week’s The Wampum Chronicles, Darren Bonaparte continues with Joseph Brant and Akwesasne’s Role in the War.

In the early morning hours of June 6, 1944, Americans received word that three years of concerted war efforts had finally culminated in D-day

Home grown and heading places! Little Falls’ very own Aidan Elizabeth is bringing her talent back home to MVCA!

Three afternoons of music will take place outside the Putman Canal Store at Yankee Hill Lock and feature local as well as regional music acts.

This round-trip ride will begin at Lock 20 in Marcy and head east along the canal towpath, making stops to explore historical points of interest.