Revolutionary War history breathes — and battles — in Huntington Beach

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Rebels fire a volley at British troops during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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Redcoats fire a volley at rebel forces during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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British Army drummer boy Desmond Cole is joined by fusiliers Nick Usenko and Christopher Cole. (Spencer Grant)

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Bryan Doezie as the Marquis de Lafayette during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday.. (Spencer Grant)

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Rebels load their muskets as Redcoats march onto the battlefield during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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Rebel artillery fires at Britsh forces during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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Rebel soldiers load their muskets before engaging British forces during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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British Army officers Capt. Douglas Bingham and Maj. James Beaumont demonstrate fighting with short swords. (Spencer Grant)

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Rebel soldiers return fire at redcoats during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

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Continental-uniformed Ken Gregory plays the fife during the reenactment of the 1775 Battle of Lexington at Huntington Beach’s Central Park on Saturday. (Spencer Grant)

By Daily Pilot Staff

Feb. 15, 2020 6 PM PT

History came to life Saturday when the American Revolution took hold of Huntington Beach’s Central Park, with reenactors engaging in the 1775 Battle of Lexington and drafting the Declaration of Independence.

The activities, presented by the Huntington Beach Historical Society, included sword instruction, artillery demonstrations, two battles and 18th-century dancing.

The 27th annual event continues Sunday at 7111 Talbert Ave. and is free and open to the public. Scheduled activities include a 9 a.m. church service and battles at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

For more information, visit hbhistory.org/revolution.

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Revolutionary War history breathes — and battles — in Huntington Beach

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