The Kingston Reds

The Kingston Reds The Kingston Reds are a Non-profit corporation. As a member of the Rhode Island Chartered Historic M

The Kingston Reds are Chartered Historic Military Command created by an Act of the Rhode Island General Assembly during the October 1775 Session. Being part of the 3rd Kings County Regiment of Militia during the American Revolution, the Kingston Reds were tasked with guarding the coast of Rhode Island and participated in combat at Little Rest Hill and the Battle of Rhode Island. Having been vacate

d in 1975 by an Act of the RI General Assembly due to dwindling numbers, the Charter of the Kingston Reds was reinstated on February 19, 2019. The Kingston Reds make their Headquarters at the General Nathanael Greene Homestead, utilizing the newly constructed Barn/Education Center as their armory. The Kingston Reds purpose is to
“To portray a historically accurate picture of the 18th century militia which military unit (Kingston Reds) was formed originally in 1775 to serve and protect our state during the Revolutionary War. To keep alive the historic traditions and preserve the records of their military achievements. To maintain and promote by example, respect for the flag, and constitutions both Federal and State. To educate the public about the 18th century New England history.”

As such, the Kingston Reds support the Gen. Nathanael Greene Homestead for all events on site, participate in parades and ceremonies, educational programs and living history events.

Some documents from the Ri historical society!From and about the Kingston Reds.
08/19/2026

Some documents from the Ri historical society!From and about the Kingston Reds.

Some more photos from Fort Sewall!
08/13/2026

Some more photos from Fort Sewall!

07/23/2026

Video of us drilling at Fort sewall courtesy of Anne Stevenson

07/20/2026
This past weekend the Kingston Reds “Marched” to Marblehead Massachusetts for a battle reenactment at Fort Sewall! We ha...
07/20/2026

This past weekend the Kingston Reds “Marched” to Marblehead Massachusetts for a battle reenactment at Fort Sewall! We had an amazing time and would like to thank our hosts at Glovers Marblehead Regiment!

07/08/2026
This past Sunday the Kingston Reds celebrated th founding of our country at the Nathanael Greene homestead! Members in...
07/08/2026

This past Sunday the Kingston Reds celebrated th founding of our country at the Nathanael Greene homestead! Members interacted with the public. And provided great knowledge to many. One of our members Kathy Kimmel Read the Declaration of Independence on the front steps of the 250 year old house Museum. Our Captain Paul Kocwanski led the men in a musket firing and out Lieutenant Colonel Brendan Mitchell Fired a mortar. All in all it was a wonderful day!

Well it definitely was a hot one today. Happy 4th of July. Today the Kingston Reds marched in the 100th anniversary of ...
07/05/2026

Well it definitely was a hot one today. Happy 4th of July. Today the Kingston Reds marched in the 100th anniversary of the Arnold’s mills 4th of July parade.

Some more photos from the weekend! Thank you to foster for having us!
06/29/2026

Some more photos from the weekend! Thank you to foster for having us!

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