Friday, June 19 - No vehicles on village streets until 5:00 PM
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Village is open to the public. NO VEHICLES permitted on the village streets.
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Reenactor Registration Open - Location: Visitor's Center
5:00 PM Village closes to the public.
5:00 PM VEHICLES MAY BEGIN ENTERING THE VILLAGE.
8:30 PM Civilian Activities Meeting - Location: Church
Saturday, June 20 - No vehicles on the village streets.
9:00 AM Village opens to the public.
10:00 AM Kid's Battle - Location: Behind the Visitor's Center by the Weeping Willow
10:30 AM Make a Star Ornament with Julie Openaker - Location: Federal General's Corp Camp near Visitor's Center
11:00 AM The Riots of Women, by Bevin MacRae, 21st Georgia - Location: Living History Area*
11:30 AM Food Riot Skit - Location: General Store, Jail
12:00 PM Civil War Nursing, by Jackie Greer, 21st Georgia - Location: Living History Area*
12:50 PM Refugee Shuttle leaves the Visitor's Center
1:00-2:00 PM Battle
3:00 PM Nurses from Union and Blair Counties, Linda Estupian Snook, 3rd PA Vol. Light Artillery - Location: Living History Area*
3:00 PM Ladies Tea/Lemonade for reenactors only, Please bring a cup (and a chair if in Camp of 55th VA)
Cookie donations are welcomed.
Tentative Hostess: Suzi Dorn, 45th PVI - Location: Event Barn
Alternate Hostess: Kim Cannonie, 55th Virginia and Brenda Geary-Bucek - Location: Camp of the 55th VA
4:00 PM Sister M. Camilla O'Keefe, by Julie Decker, Federal General Corps - Location: Living History Area*
4:00-4:30 PM Swap Meet for reenactors only - Sell, buy and trade reenacting items - Location: Event Barn
5:00 PM Village closes to the public.
6:00 PM Dinner for those who pre-purchased meal tickets - Location: Tavern
7:00 or 7:30 PM - ??? Dance (tentatively 2 sets), 46th Regiment Band Logan Guard - Location: Event Barn
Caller: Heather Nichols, 66th OVI (tentative), Amy Beechler, 17th VA Fairfax Rifles (alternate)
Sunday, June 21 - No vehicles on village streets until 4:00 PM
8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast for those who pre-purchased meal tickets - Location: Visitor's Center
9:00 AM Village opens to the public. NO VEHICLES on village streets until village closes.
10:00-10:45 AM Christian Worship Service for reenactors and spectators - Location: Church
10:45 AM Drawing for free bibles - Location: Church
11:00-12:00 PM Differences in Civil War Fashion Styles, by Amy Beechler, 17th Virginia Fairfax Rifles, Location: Living History Area*
1:50 PM Refugee Shuttle Leaves the Visitor's Center
2:00-3:00 PM Battle
4:00 PM VILLAGE CLOSES TO THE PUBLIC.
4:00 PM VEHICLES MAY BEGIN ENTERING VILLAGE STREETS.
Other Activities to be held on Both Days as time permits
Civil War Lawn Games and Kite Flying (weather permitting) - Location: Lawn areas near Visitor's Center
*Living History Area Activities
Location: Behind the General Store
In the event of inclimate weather, Living History Area activities may be relocated to the church.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Lady's Tea at Old Bedford
There will be a Ladies Tea at Old Bedford Village. All are welcome, Ladies of the North and South.
Tea, milk and sugar and cookies will be provided.
Tea, milk and sugar and cookies will be provided.
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Registration reminders
Just a reminder to all to get registered for events coming up shortly.
Old Bedford Village, June 21-23
June 26-28 March to Destiny
Shippensburg, PA (Lt Col Rohrbaugh)
July 10-12 Battle of Funkstown
(Lee's Retreat from Gettysburg)
Funkstown, MD (Lt Col Rohrbaugh)
Contact Lt Col Rohrbaugh for details.
July 10-12 East Harbor
Marblehead, OH (Lt Col Smith)
Contact Lt Col Smith for details.
July 25-26 Beaver Creek
Near Lisbon, OH (Lt Col Smith)
Contact Col Unger for registration.
Old Bedford Village, June 21-23
June 26-28 March to Destiny
Shippensburg, PA (Lt Col Rohrbaugh)
July 10-12 Battle of Funkstown
(Lee's Retreat from Gettysburg)
Funkstown, MD (Lt Col Rohrbaugh)
Contact Lt Col Rohrbaugh for details.
July 10-12 East Harbor
Marblehead, OH (Lt Col Smith)
Contact Lt Col Smith for details.
July 25-26 Beaver Creek
Near Lisbon, OH (Lt Col Smith)
Contact Col Unger for registration.
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Drill Weekend AAR
I will keep this short and brief,
I would like to thank all members of the 105th Pa and 5th Va that attended the spring muster drill in Perryopolis. We had the entire battlefield at our disposal and we took advantage. Despite the rain on Fri, the field was in good condition for morning drill on Sat. The events of Sat afternoon consisted both forces skirmishing until each side lacked the energy to continue. So long story short... it was a good long battle. There was then another drill later in the evening. The events of sat night were night patrols from both forces all over the battlefield which erupted into a long night skirmish. As always it was a good time to get together, put the wool on, burn some powder and enjoy the weekend with our Confederate Brothers in Arms. Again I would like to thank all of those who attended.
I would also like to welcome Nick Gruse to the ranks of the 105th. Nick joined us in Perry for the muster and plane to fall in with us at New Market
1st Sgt Jeremy Koch
105th Pa Company E
I would like to thank all members of the 105th Pa and 5th Va that attended the spring muster drill in Perryopolis. We had the entire battlefield at our disposal and we took advantage. Despite the rain on Fri, the field was in good condition for morning drill on Sat. The events of Sat afternoon consisted both forces skirmishing until each side lacked the energy to continue. So long story short... it was a good long battle. There was then another drill later in the evening. The events of sat night were night patrols from both forces all over the battlefield which erupted into a long night skirmish. As always it was a good time to get together, put the wool on, burn some powder and enjoy the weekend with our Confederate Brothers in Arms. Again I would like to thank all of those who attended.
I would also like to welcome Nick Gruse to the ranks of the 105th. Nick joined us in Perry for the muster and plane to fall in with us at New Market
1st Sgt Jeremy Koch
105th Pa Company E
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
New functions on the Birney's Yahoo Group
For those who have already logged into the Division Yahoo Group to explore the various member functions, there are a couple of new items of interest.
Once you are logged in, look down the left side navigation and click on "Groups Labs (Beta) - Applications". Two new functions that have been added are "For Sale" and "Reenactor Profile".
The "For Sale" area is for members to buy, sell, or trade stuff to their fellow Division pards.
The "Reenactor Profile" area allows members to tell a little about themselves and their background in the hobby.
To log in, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BirneysDivision
Once you are logged in, look down the left side navigation and click on "Groups Labs (Beta) - Applications". Two new functions that have been added are "For Sale" and "Reenactor Profile".
The "For Sale" area is for members to buy, sell, or trade stuff to their fellow Division pards.
The "Reenactor Profile" area allows members to tell a little about themselves and their background in the hobby.
To log in, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BirneysDivision
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
AAR: Fredericksburg in Zoar, Ohio
I have finally thawed out enough to write a report on the events in Zoar, Ohio this last weekend. The 51st OVI has hosted a winter encampment as part of the Christmas in Zoar event in years past, but this was the first time a battle was held to commemorate the engagement in Fredericksburg, Virginia during December of 1862.
First lets just say to was COLD. Sixteen degrees Friday night, and by Sunday the wind and snow had whipped up a might fierce. Even with a small heater in my quarters, the wind just seemed to carry it away and the eight inch icicles hanging off of the sides of my tent were a testament to the challenges a reenactor faced this weekend.
But, the fires were large and wood was plenty! Food too. More than one wonderful meal of chili was enjoyed by the troops. And coffee was always on. Despite the weather, I can't think of a better place to be than in the company of such fine fellows from Birney's 2nd Battalion and The Army of the Ohio.
Numbers were smaller but that was to be expected. Two companies of Federals (about forty men) faced about seventeen Confederates. Lt Col Chuck Rusche and his Adjutant Lt John Buker from the Army of the Ohio administrated the overall command, while myself and Lt Kirkwood saw to the set up and provisions for the troops.
The engagement began fighting the Confederates through the streets of "Fredericksburg" as they attempted to slow our advance through town. The smaller force was pushed back across the open ground to "Marye's Heights" were they took cover behind fence near the bakery.
A company of our men moved into the open field and advanced in skirmish, being forced to withdraw under withering Confederate fire. The 2nd company advanced but was beaten back as well.
The scenario concluded as our own Bob Penix portrayed Sgt Kirkland, the Angel of Marye's Heights, moving among the dispatched Federal troops, giving them water and words of comfort.
Sunday's battle was a repeat of this scenario. However, the increasing snow forced a number of troops to retreat home. Smaller numbers on Sunday saw us field a single company but fun was had by all.
This was a different weekend to say the least. The environment offered a challenge and a true soldier's experience. Even with cold feet, I would not have traded it for the world! We learned that canteens freeze fast, and heel plates build up inches of ice in minutes when walking in the snow.
My thanks to Grant Kirkwood for his adjutating and fire building skills. I am sure it it could be seen from Canada. Also to Chuck and John for their leadership. I look forward to playing with the Army of the Ohio during the upcoming season.
A special thanks goes out to Mark Gaynor of the 51st OVI for all of his hard work to make this happen. Mark is also the lead on the Zoar event in September and 2d Battalion will be there in force in 2009!
For those of you who missed it (or just want to make sure you remember being frozen this past weekend for some reason), here is a link to some fantastic photos from Andy Donaldson.
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=christmas+in+zoar
Respectfully Submitted:
C.L. Smith, Lt Col
Commanding
2d Battalion, Birney's Division
First lets just say to was COLD. Sixteen degrees Friday night, and by Sunday the wind and snow had whipped up a might fierce. Even with a small heater in my quarters, the wind just seemed to carry it away and the eight inch icicles hanging off of the sides of my tent were a testament to the challenges a reenactor faced this weekend.
But, the fires were large and wood was plenty! Food too. More than one wonderful meal of chili was enjoyed by the troops. And coffee was always on. Despite the weather, I can't think of a better place to be than in the company of such fine fellows from Birney's 2nd Battalion and The Army of the Ohio.
Numbers were smaller but that was to be expected. Two companies of Federals (about forty men) faced about seventeen Confederates. Lt Col Chuck Rusche and his Adjutant Lt John Buker from the Army of the Ohio administrated the overall command, while myself and Lt Kirkwood saw to the set up and provisions for the troops.
The engagement began fighting the Confederates through the streets of "Fredericksburg" as they attempted to slow our advance through town. The smaller force was pushed back across the open ground to "Marye's Heights" were they took cover behind fence near the bakery.
A company of our men moved into the open field and advanced in skirmish, being forced to withdraw under withering Confederate fire. The 2nd company advanced but was beaten back as well.
The scenario concluded as our own Bob Penix portrayed Sgt Kirkland, the Angel of Marye's Heights, moving among the dispatched Federal troops, giving them water and words of comfort.
Sunday's battle was a repeat of this scenario. However, the increasing snow forced a number of troops to retreat home. Smaller numbers on Sunday saw us field a single company but fun was had by all.
This was a different weekend to say the least. The environment offered a challenge and a true soldier's experience. Even with cold feet, I would not have traded it for the world! We learned that canteens freeze fast, and heel plates build up inches of ice in minutes when walking in the snow.
My thanks to Grant Kirkwood for his adjutating and fire building skills. I am sure it it could be seen from Canada. Also to Chuck and John for their leadership. I look forward to playing with the Army of the Ohio during the upcoming season.
A special thanks goes out to Mark Gaynor of the 51st OVI for all of his hard work to make this happen. Mark is also the lead on the Zoar event in September and 2d Battalion will be there in force in 2009!
For those of you who missed it (or just want to make sure you remember being frozen this past weekend for some reason), here is a link to some fantastic photos from Andy Donaldson.
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=christmas+in+zoar
Respectfully Submitted:
C.L. Smith, Lt Col
Commanding
2d Battalion, Birney's Division
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Yearly Division planning meeting
The annual Birney's Division planning meeting will be held on Friday, November 21st, at 7 pm. The location will be the Hoss's Restaurant on Route 30 EAST of Gettysburg (near Walmart).
This meeting is held to discuss event planning for the 2009 campaign. Units should try and have a representative at the meeting if possible.
This meeting is held to discuss event planning for the 2009 campaign. Units should try and have a representative at the meeting if possible.
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