At the start of the American Revolution, John Butler was a successful farmer on the Mohawk River opposite Fort Hunter (Fonda, NY). He was a Lieutenant Colonel in the colonial militia of New York and the appointment of Deputy Superintendent in the British Indian Department. In May 1775 John Butler with many of their loyalist friends and followers fled to Canada as a result of the political unrest. During the next 2 years he participated in several battles and on September 15, 1777, Major John Butler was issued orders to raise Light Companies of Rangers. These Rangers were to be comprised of men who understood Native American Indians, be accomplished woodsmen, and have considerable endurance. The cause was lost and blood was spilled, but they remained loyal to their king.
This site is dedicated to these men and their families.
Today, there are a host of people who have dedicated themselves to the re-enactment of the men and families of those orginal Butler's Rangers. This site is a composite of photographs of the Butler's Rangers re-enactment community. These photographs are taken from various events and displayed for your enjoyment.
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