240th Anniversary of the Battle of Kempes Landing

14 Nov 2015                                 Virginia Beach, VA

submitted by Edward Douglas, Secretary, Norfolk Chapter

President Maury Weeks of the Norfolk Chapter at the Battle of Kempes Landing Commemoration.

     The Commemoration of the Battle of Kempes Landing took place today, November 14, 2015 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach, VA. The event was organized by Mr. James Carver of Emmanuel Episcopal Church.
     At Kempes Landing patriot militia forces ambushed a force of British soldiers, but opened fire too soon and spoiled their surprise.  Seven patriot militiamen were killed and eighteen were captured.  The British suffered only one wounded.

Presentation of the wreaths at Kempes Landing.

Norfolk Chapter Maury Weeks was the keynote speaker.

Norfolk Chapter Secretary Edward Douglas