The narrative was incorrect saying "In 1812 the fort was captured by the Americans". Other way around. The Americans took control of it after the American Revolution, although it took over 10 years for them to occupy it. When the War of 1812 started the British, now on St. Joseph Island found out about the opening of hostilities before the Americans and along with their Native American allies canoed over and came up on the fort from behind and forced the unknowing Americans to surrender. The Americans DID try to recapture it in 1814 and were defeated in battle on the plains north of the fort, where upon they withdrew. After the conclusion of the war the Americans reclaimed it.

The fort was given to America after the Revolution. The British took it in the War of 1812, but they gave it back to America after the end of the war.

58 year old Amy loves seeing 18 year old Amy.

Just drove ~9 hours (with stops) from central Wisconsin to Mackinac Island last week. Wow it is absolutely amazing. The locally owned shops are amazing, all with their personal theme to each one (I don't really get why there's a Starbucks and other modern shops though). The bikes are way better than any bike I've ever used, requiring little force to go very fast, along with wide seats for comfort. We biked around the entire island, seeing all the nice views, and the best part was that I wasn't really tired after! Visiting the island, it's absolutely beautiful. On the way back on the ferry we got amazing photos of the sunset directly under the bridge with lake huron. Planning to visit again during winter if possible! ❄️ 10/10 experience. 🌊

The Texas Sesquicentennial in 86 Was living in Abilene Tx the you had a big city wide celebration

Still love that song in 2024 ❤

Been listening to this since I was in elementary school. STAND STRONG! TEXAS!

If you've never seen the Great lakes you're missing out on something that is

Im sure the folks in1944 didn't think that in 2023 the place would still be pretty much the same... would be an amazing place to visit out side the holidays!!.❤️🇺🇲

The music and announcer are so gentle and old timey.

This could have been taken yesterday. Looks exactly the same

I absolutely love these nostalgic videos and it is indeed a grand old Island! 👌🇺🇸🦅👏

Oh Lord I want to go there

I think it should be given back to the natives as a reserve. As much as I love the island and it’s tourist appeal, it should be given back.

Visitors to island are called "fudgies" by the inhabitants and the workers.

That was awesome....I didnt know that clip existed

It's said the 1st car in the island scared the horses so they banned cars. It's charming if you don't mind remnant of horse. If you can, watch Somewhere in Time with Jane Seymour & Christopher Reeve ,then pack your (required) evening attire & stay at the Grand Hotel at least once in your life. Almost everything comes in by boat so it's expensive.

Interesting to look back on what a great country America was...

Interesting to say the least. What spread the lilacs? 😆

It is pretty much still the same.

We have been to the island as a “Fudgie” and have spent several extended stays also. Interesting to wake up to the sound of hoofs in the morning before the daily influx of the daily visitors.

Mackatraz! I did my time😆

watching a baptist church blow up (with no one in it), sweet!! building another in its place, absolutely horifying and gut wrenching.

Came to watch this video because I'm a fan of Somewhere In Time, and then about 4 1/2 minutes in, was quite surprised to be reminded of another great film, 2001: A Space Odyssey :-)

Greatness is the Lord. We can do all things through Christ that strengthen Us. Amen

I remember when I was in 3rd grade, my class we sang this song. Brings me the memories.

now the island has been destroyed by the 2-3 families that run everything - not worth going too

1944

I used to work for the Grand Hotel on this Island when i wasn18 & 19 years old Plus i went back when i was 21 yeaes old for the last time before i went back to California to Join the US Navy in San Diego .

Just tell me that the heart made by the clouds was real and i'll be saved and born again!! Really cool.

Just went last summer with my girlfriend. I made some vlogs so we have the memories for us to look back on

Seems funny this was made during ww2

Look at all the white folk!

I’ve been to Mackinac Island

What happened to American accent?

Will you post more videos?

Where’s has this movie been all my life?

Our family visited in the late 60's. I was 7-8 years old. I really enjoyed that place. I hope to make it back there someday.

Great movie reel. Was inaccurate on the War of 1812 part.

GREAT Music video promoting ABC 8 and Texas

I remember this song when I used to live in Texas

I love Mackinac Island. Looks funny not seeing the Mackinac Bridge out in the straits. I've been there on a three-day stay when the weather set records in the low 90s, but most of the time it can be quite chilly. It's always wonderful to visit there especially if you like fudge.

Year of my birth. Love this place.

Richard Collier came back more earlier 1912.

Beautiful thanks

I love that hotel, stayed there many times single and now married with our daughter

Why did I ever move off of this island 😭 should have stayed for the rest of my life

Prior to the war of 1812 it was already controlled by the Americans but it was captured by the British during the war

ThNk you for posting this beautiful place , I’d love to see , it’s an amazing piece of beautiful history! 🙏❤️🇨🇦

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