The University of West Florida and WSRE, the television station affiliated with Pensacola State College joined to produce a one-man show detailing thesignificant role of Bernardo de Galvez in the American Revolution and the siege of Pensacola.  Starring Chaz Mena, with commentary by David Hartman this 56 minute video  “Yo Solo” can be seen at:

 

https://www.pbs.org/video/wsre-specials-yo-solo-bernardo-de-galvez/

 

 

Friday, May 8

 

9 a.m.

Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) march from Fort George at the corner of Palafox St and La Rua St. to the Bernado de Galvez monument at the intersection of Palafox and Wright Streets.

 

9:45 a.m.

A program of local and Spanish dignitaries speaking about the role and importance of Galvez in the American Revolution. Included will be a 21 gun salute and wreath laying. Following will be a presentation of Spanish songs and dances by student of Episcopal Day School.

 

11 a.m.

Te Deum  at Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel 21 N. Palafox St. (one block south of the Galvez monument).

 

3 p.m. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) presentation and wreath laying ceremony for fallen veterans. Veteran’s Park 200 S. 10th Ave.  (south side of Romana St. Between 9th and 10th Ave.)

 

Saturday, May 9

 

7 p.m.

Galvez Gala - information available here: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=los%20granaderos%20y%20damas%20de%20g%C3%A1lvez%3A%20pensacola%20chapter

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Historical Symposium ($25 a person)

The Wright Place, First United Methodist Church (8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)

• How Macharaviaya Became the Largest Celebration of July 4 outside the U.S.

• The Real Story Behind the First Attempted Permanent Settlement in Florida: Pensacola

• Comparing the British vs. Allied Armies During the Revolution

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/pnsforum

 

Beginner Battle of Pensacola Tour ($5 a person)

Meeting Point: The Wright Place, First United Methodist Church (14 people per bus with two busses at each time)

• Narrated and Riding Tour for those just learning about the Battle of Pensacola

• Based of the award winning book, The Longest Siege of the American Revolution: Pensacola

• Departure time at 12:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Registration Link for 12:45 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/1245tour

Registration Link for 2:30 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/0200tour

 

Advanced Battle of Pensacola Tour ($5 a person)

Meeting Point: The Wright Place, First United Methodist Church (54 people max per departure time)

• Advanced walking and riding tour of select parts of the battlefield

• Based of the award winning book, The Longest Siege of the American Revolution: Pensacola

Registration Link for 1 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/0100tour

Registration Link for 2 p.m.: https://tinyurl.com/0200tour

 

The Galvez Gala--Period Dress Requested, Black Tie Required ($99.00 per person)

Sanders Beach Community Center, 913 S I St, Pensacola, FL 32502

Featuring 7 lbs. of Bacon and Live Music

• 5 p.m. Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction

• 6 p.m. Colonial Dinner

• 7:30 p.m. Period Performances

• 8 p.m. Dancing & Revelry

Deadline for Registration: Friday, April 24, at noon

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/galvezgala