In autumn, of 1862, Ohio raised 10 independent company's of Sharp Shooters. The 5th Co. was formed of men mainly from the Cuyahoga County area, and Camp Cleveland. The 5th Ind. was sent to the western theater of the Civil War. The 5th Ind. was present at such battles as Chickamauga (in charge of the Dept. of Headquarters), Mission Ridge, and the Atlanta Campaign. Skilled in long range rifle tactics, skirmish drill, picket duty, guard duty, as well as Generals bodyguard.
Based in the Cleveland, Ohio area the 5th Independent Company of Ohio Sharpshooters is a dedicated Civil War reenactment group Begining in 2006, a few of us got together to bring a new light to the battlefield, thus the 5th Ind. Co O.S.S were born. We are a family oriented group that is not just looking for "another rifle" we welcome not just soldiers, but men, women, and children civilians as well. We have good, clean, safe fun. We have been raised to speak courteously to the ladies, and to tip our hats and say, "good day" The kids have a good old time as well with kids battles, civil war period music and rounders(baseball).We have a good time at the camp, keep a clean and organized company street and perform with zeal on the field and in parades. we would love to have all who are interested in this great hobby.
We are not out there to just "burn some powder" although it is very fun, we realize we are there to honor the men, both blue and grey, and do so with pride and dignity. We also uphold a strong list of parades, living history, cemetery ceremonies, dedications ect. If this sounds like an ideal bunch, please don't hesitate to contact us for more info, questions, comments, or concerns.Thanks and enjoy the rest of the site.
(History of the fifth Independent Company of Ohio Sharpshooters courtesy of http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/6964/fifth.htm) |
