This Blog is about three Boston area men, in a concerted effort over three years to retrace the journey of American Revolutionary War hero General Henry Knox from November, 1775 to January 1776; about what we call Knox Walks.
Three Knox Walkers average age 74 >
Knox traveled by horseback leading a team of teamsters and soldiers.
Knox Walkers traveled by foot, a mobile unit carrying bags and backpacks.
Landlines
Segment 1 depicted in modern-day map below
| Segment | Distance (mi) | Time Required (days) |
|---|---|---|
| NY Segment: Crown Point NY to Alford at Mass. state line | 161 | Henry Knox: about 16 Knox Walkers: 11.5 |
| Mass. Segment: Alford MA to Dorchester Heights | 142 | Henry Knox: about 30 Knox Walkers: 14 |
In Step with History 