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Continued from page 3 After slightly delaying their movements, we fell back to the safety of the breastworks. Then, as they moved in closer to our lines we began to plug up holes and fire into them. It was really starting to get hot when someone was injured and we won forced to stop the battle. Afterwards, we returned to our camp. Tim last day of the reenactment was Pickett's Charge. After receiving much verbal abuse from members of the 3rd Md. I moved out in my Confederate uniform to join 'the 3rd Arkansas in the charge. We wer placed in the woods to await our advance. After a 45 minute artillery barrage, we formed up and began marching toward the Union fines. As I understand, while I was on my way across the field, the 3rd Md. was once again fighting as skirmishers. I knew they all would reserve a shot for me. Luckily, they all took hits before I reached them. After crossing the Emmitsburg Road, we did a battalion fire and then continued to fire independently. Soon, I took a hit. I got up and limped back to the fence where I ironically spotted my dad. Soon I was also with my brother and my good friend Bobby Small. Together, we all left the field. This was an excellent event considering the size of it. I enjoyed myself and look forward to fighting at Gettysburg again. THE GETTYSBURG WAX MUSEUM BY Cpl. Keith Wafts On July 1112, the MARA. participated in a living history at the Gettysburg Wax Museum. Units represented were die 3rd Md. inf., the 27th Ind. Inf., the Ist W.V. Cav., the 16th Perm. Cav., the Signal Corp., and McNeil's Ringers. Also in attendance were Gen. and Mrs. Grant, Gen. and Mrs. Custer, and Belie Boyd. Throughout the weekend, we entertained questions from the public an all aspects of the war and reenacting. The infantry and McNeil's Rangers performed manual of arms and firing demonstrations. It was a good event because we were able to go one on one with the spectators. At most events we are unable to do so. This is a memorable event for me personally. During me of Saturday's demonstrations, Capt. Swope called m e forward in front of the company and honorably promoted me to corporal. I would like to thank Capt. Swope, Ist Sgt. Yoder, and all of the members of the 3rd Md. Inf. for this honor. Living History Union Encampment Hosted by W.Va. Cav/Art July 31, August I &2 Submitted by Byrdie On July 31 through August 2nd The First Regiment West Virginia Cavalry/Artillery will be hosting its Annual Union Only Encampment At Claysville WV. It is about 14 more or less miles south of Cumberland, Md. Or About 7 miles south of Kayser WV. This is in the area of a Union recruieting station and on a federal encampment. There is no battle only camp life. Last year members of the 3rd. Md. Infantry attended and more members of the unit are coming this year as well as members of the 16th Penna. Cavalry. Any unit or member of MARA may come and do a Union Soldiers impression of any branch of service or civilian Impression. Any unit attending must have at least 5 military members thereon Both Saturday and Sunday . Any member wishing for info such as directions please contact Rick Byrd at 3042630168. Also on the last weekend in the Month of September (25th 27th) The Ist WV will be doing another Union Only Encampment at the Lost River General Store at Lost River WV. And members of the 3rd Md. And 7th WV Infantries are planning to attend. For this too, contact R. Byrd as well. |
