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- Started: 1961-1965 Civil War centennial commemorations
- Largest reenactment: 1998's 135th Gettysburg (41,000+ reenactors, 45,000+ spectators)
- No age restrictions
- American Civil War lasted from 1861-1865
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American Civil War reenactment is an effort to recreate a battle or event associated with the American Civil War. Hobbyists and history buffs dress in clothing and uniforms of the time period and use 19th century weapons as they portray life in the 1800s and simulate famous battles of the war.
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Types of Reenactments
- Living histories: Demonstrate the life of a Civil War soldier
- Public demonstrations: Reenactments of small battles for public education
- Tactical battles: Involve strategic planning by both sides and are not for public spectacle
- Scripted battles: Accurate recreations of actual Civil War events
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American Civil War Reenactment Questions
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What are popular periods for reenactments where people sew their own costumes? 2 AnswersYou can find a reenactment group for just about any time period. I have been personally involved in Medieval, Renaissance and World War II groups. All these g... read more -
Will there be another civil war in the U.S.? 9 AnswersProbably not. 150 years ago, people were different and much more willing to take action on what they believed in. It seems now that everything is just an inte... read more -
Best books/movies/websites about the Spanish Civil war? 3 AnswersThe Battle for Spain: The Spanish Civil War 1936-1939 - Antony Beevor Renders the whole horrific, disastrous, atrocity of the Spanish Civil War from it's politi... read more
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American Civil War Reenactment News and Articles
- Official Site: Civil War News
- Google News
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American Civil War Reenactment Products and Accessories
- The Regimental Quartermaster: Civil War sutler
- Official Site: Civil War Reenactors Sutler List
- Official Site: Steen Cannon & Ordnance Works
- Headwear: Dirty Billy's Hats
- Mercury Supply Company: Goods and Clothing for Reenactors and Enthusiasts
- Coon River Mercantile: Period Clothing & Links to Reenactment Units
- American Civil War: Research Site
- Amazon.com: Civil War Combat Video
- Morningside Books: The American Civil War Source
- C.J. Daley: Historical Reproductions
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