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Armies Thru Time April 11-13, 2008
Great Timeline Event
ARMIES THROUGH TIME
APRIL 12-13, 2008; 10
am – 5 pm daily
Historic Camden
Revolutionary Site
222 Broad St
Camden, SC
1.4 miles on Hwy 521 North from I-20/Exit
98.
Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site is located
in Camden, SC,
oldest
existing inland town in the state. It is located 1.4 miles
from Exit 98/I-20 on US Highway 521 North heading towards
Camden.
(803) 432-9841; Fax (803) 432-3815
Click Here for a map
email hiscamden@camden.net
Schedule Legio VI:
-Arrive Friday April 11 approx 1400 hrs. Set up
Camp/SOTW site, Dinner at local restaurant.
- Saturday onsite 0900 to 1700 followed by Jollification/dinner
- Sunday onsite 0900 to break (event will probably break before 5 Sunday.
We are slated to set up in a rev War British
redoubt, a 70 foot circular Fort with 15 foot high turf walls and some sudes style stakes.
Should be a great opportunity to do some “in Period” photos as a unit.
We will have the Ballista set up on the wall as well as Guard stations. Saturday
evening is an on site “Jollification”. We need manpower to reserve the redoubt
Queen
size beds and breakfast (real food)
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from
the Historic Camden Website:
ARMIES THROUGH TIME
APRIL 12-13, 2008; 10 am – 5 pm daily
Fun, educational military
time line. No battles!
Want a face-to-face chat with a Roman
soldier, or learn more about the Civil War’s men in Blue and Grey? You and the family will enjoy the superb line
up of re-enactors depicting warriors from ancient times to the camouflaged soldiers of today at this fun, educational military
timeline. Weapons and drill demonstrations, in-camp interpretations, war dogs, military displays and sutlers with period merchandise
make this a family outing not to be missed. Free parking & food concessions.
No pets!
Daily: $8 adults, $6 seniors and
military, $3 ages 6-12, free 5 & under; $20 family (2 adults/3 kids under 12). Schedule to follow.
Historic Camden, South Broad
Street, Camden, SC,
1.4 miles on Hwy 521
North from I-20/Exit 98.
Information: (803) 432-9841, email hiscamden@camden.net
If you're into pirates, crave a face-to-face chat with a Roman soldier, or are interested in the Scottish Wars for
Independence, then mark your calendar for Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site's newest event: Armies Through Times.
This
military time-line event will be held on April 14-15th from 10am-5pm on the lower grounds of Historic Camden. Daily admission
is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and military, $4 for ages 6-12, and free for kids five and under. A $20 family package is
available also (2 adults and up to 5 kids under age 12). Kids - be sure to dress in your favorite pirate costume when you
come on Sunday. Prizes will be awarded for the best pirate costume ages up to 7 and ages 8-12, followed by a Kids Pirate Parade
at 1:30 pm, part of the Pass and Review finale.
According to Joanna Craig, director of Historic Camden, there will
be no daily battle at this event. "Since we do battles at our annual Revolutionary War Field Days event (scheduled for November
3-4, 2007), we decided that folks would enjoy seeing how military uniforms, weapons and tactics have evolved over time," she
said.
Instead of a big encampment interpreting one military time period, visitors will stroll past mini encampments
of re-enactors depicting warriors from ancient times to the camouflaged soldiers of today. Static displays will include "A
Ring, A Razor and A Pipe, a fascinating exhibit of uniforms, equipment, weapons, music and personal items developed by Dane
Coffman in tribute to his grandfather, Ralph E. Coffman, and those who served in WWI. According to Coffman, his grandfather
was just an ordinary guy who served briefly in "The Great War" -- just long enough for intriguing stories, such as "Sergeant
York, why I used to cut his hair!" to crop up and inspire the grandson to learn more about Ralph E. Coffman and the soldiers
of WWI .
Wartime produces many unsung heroes. One very special group that rarely receives recognition is the war dogs
who have served bravely alongside humans throughout the history of combat. Under the trees near the historic Craven House
visitors will enjoy meeting Sheba and Shadow, two Siberian Huskies who are military working dogs and belong to Johnny Mayo.
They are part of Mayo's Vietnam War exhibit, "Buck's Heroes: The War Dogs."
According to Mayo, at the beginning of
WWII, military working dogs were limited to 90 Siberian Huskies and Malamutes used for pack and sled dogs. Within a year "Dogs
for Defense" began a military dog-training program to test 42 breeds of dogs for combat suitability based on intelligence
and agility. Seven breeds made the cut: Siberian Huskies, Malamutes, German Shepards, Doberman Pinches, Collies, Belgian Sheepdogs
and Alaskan sled dogs. "In the 60 years that have passed since WWII over 30,000 canines have loyally served this country as
war dogs," says Mayo. "Buck," Mayo's favorite canine war hero, who died of old age several years ago, was the inspiration
for Buck's Heroes, which are tales of Vietnam War military dogs that will be available for $16.95.
The Roman Legion
is considered the prime model for ancient military efficiency and competence. You will understand why when you meet South
Carolina's only Roman Legion living history unit, Legio VI, the Sixth Imperial Legion of Rome, who will interpret the life
and times of the Roman Soldier and citizen in the early 1st Century A.D. Historically, Legio VI was headquartered in Judea
from 9 B.C. to 73 A.D, having served Julius Caesar in Gaul and Egypt and awarded the nickname "Ferrata" or "The Iron Legion."
Legio VI was one of many infantry units of the Roman army during the eras of late Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. Varying
in size from 4,200-6,200 legionaries, legions initially were created, used and disbanded as needed rather used as standing
armies.
Tom Dunbar of Cayce, South Carolina, will present his award-winning impression of a Scottish soldier who fought
in the Wars of Scottish Independence, a series of military campaigns waged between Scotland and England in the late 13th-early
14th centuries. Among the weapons he will discuss is the longbow, which became highly developed by the tribal Welsh during
these wars and took a heavy toll on the English invaders. Made from a single piece of wood, the powerful longbow required
weekly training from a very young age. A skilled long bowman could shoot 12 arrows a minute, making it a far superior weapon
than the crossbow.
Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, who passed through Camden in 1540, arrived in North America in
1539. His documented 4,000 mile trek across the Southeast United States enticed others, such as Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles,
who founded Saint Augustine, Florida in 1565. Re-enactors who portray the Men of Menedez will interpret 16th century St. Augustine,
including the weaponry (16th century cannon, musket, crossbow, sword, and pike), armor, clothing, and camp life. Nearby, several
re-enactors from the St. Augustine Garrison will portray the life and times of Spanish soldiers and their families in the
Presidio de San Augustine in 1740.
The pirate camp will be set up by the footbridge. It will include a tavern and who
knows what else! Regardless, it's sure to be a crowd pleaser and not to be missed!
Small-sized units will portray the
military of the American Revolution and the War of 1812 War. Considered the forgotten war, the War of 1812, often called the
"second war for independence," was the last war fought between the United States and Great Britain. Re-enactors will interpret
the Royal North British Fusiliers' 21st Regt. of Foote, who fought at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., Baltimore and New Orleans.
Their presentation will include the use of a fortification assault ladder.
Civil War buffs will meet units representing
both the blue and grey of this war. The Palmetto Living History Association, who relies on scholarly research and integration
to interpret the Confederate soldier of 1863, will provide in-depth discourses about the infantry and cavalry units.
The
Fifty-forth Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, Co. "I" will interpret the best known of the all-black U. S. Army regiments
formed during the Civil War. The unit courageously led the failed assault on Battery Wagner on Morris Island near Charleston
on July 18, 1863, which earned them a place in history and the 1989 film "Glory," starring Denzel Washington, Matthew Broderick,
and Morgan Freeman. The 54th served with valor in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, including the Battle of Boykin, fought
10 miles south of Camden.
Twentieth Century warfare will be represented by several units. The Infantry Regiment 134,
44th Infantry Division (IR-134), will interpret the German Army's IR-134 infantry division of WWII. Weaponry will include
some 75mm IG 37/42 and a VW Kubelwagen. The Soviet Army 76th Airborne will depict observation post and airborne assault troops
from the Afghanistan War era. Fox Company 505 Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) is an 82nd Airborne Living History Detachment
of active duty soldiers from Ft. Bragg. Members will emphasize the achievements and sacrifices of our airborne veterans through
displaying and demonstrating the use of period airborne equipment, weapons, and vehicles. The South Carolina State Guard will
expand on the warfare of today also.
Throughout the weekend period sutlers will sell nifty merchandise and food concessions
will be available. Viewing of "Sunrise at Gum Swamp," a ½ documentary on the Battle of Camden will be shown also. Event parking
is free, but no pets, please!
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