June 18, 2025 | Repost from Iroquois Post 1587 FB Page
On June 4, 2025, Iroquois Post 1587 American Legion color guard, took part in Grand entry, representing the Seneca Nation and Veterans during a series of reenactment events in recognition of a historical meeting between Chief Red Jacket and General Lafayette in Buffalo, NY, marking the 200th anniversary of their encounter after the Revolutionary War in 1825.
Seneca Nation members Al George, portrayed Chief Red Jacket along with Jake George and Ronald Cook as his interpreters for the time period.
Originally RED JACKETs peace medal was given to him by George Washington in 1792 as a symbol of peace, friendship, and enduring relationships among the United States and the Six Nations to commemorate discussions that led to the Treaty of Canandaigua of 1794, in which the Seneca Nation played a key role. Al George, wore a réplica and he also carried a traditional wampum designed by Veteran Richard Hummel.
We thank The American Friends of Lafayette, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Black Rock historical society for hosting and inviting the Post to these Historical reenactments which was held at the Lafayette Hotel, the Black Rock Historical Museum and Canal Side in downtown Buffalo NY.
