PACIFIC COMBAT
July 4-5
Fredericksburg Texas
National Museum of the Pacific War
$5.00 for adult spectators, Reenactors FREE
Ammunition and chow provided for volunteers , 3 shows a day,
You’ve never been to anything like this!
Contact: Marvin Schroeder 830-456-7226
http://www.nimitz-museum.org/events.php
Heritage Garrison
July 10-12, 2009
Scott County Museum, Scottsburg, IN
Preservation Alliance, Inc. & 3rd Infantry Division
Cost: Free
Notes: World War II and time line event. Theme for World War II units is the Mediterranean Theater of Operations but all impressions are welcome. Public battles, displays, USO camp show, and free pot-luck supper Saturday night for participants. All basic amenities (fire wood, straw, water) provided.
Contact: Andrew Rowden, ranger1905@yahoo.com, 812-752-1050
WACO Military Experience,
1865 S. County Rd. 25A, Troy, Ohio 45373.
July 10, 11 & 12, 2009
An educational family event! This military show & swap meet will be held on a 79 acre grass air field site. Sponsored by WACO Air Museum, hometown of the WACO Aircraft Company. American military time periods from The French and Indian War to the present, including homefront & adversaries. Military aircraft, vehicles, dealers, displays & collections.
All participants must pre-register by June 25th, forms are available on our website at www.wacoairmuseum.org. or e-mail tpurke@hotmail.com or 937-216-6925.
2nd annual Liberation of St. Jacques
July 11th, 2009
Barthell Coal Mine Camp
Sponsor: 10th Company Gross Deutschland of the WW2 Living History Association
Cost: free/ public show
Notes: this is a western front event 1944 France. period and modern camping, as well as cottages for rent ( strongly suggest you reserve early). Civilian reenactors and German militaria i.e. Flags , banners, ect. Also 48 star American flags needed .Hot chow on Sat. free vendor space. Guys this is a great event to bring your wives along. They shop & sight see you play.
Contact: Barthell Coal Mining Camp 606-376-8749
( www.kyvacations.com or www.barthellcoalcamp.com )
Thunder Over Michighan
July 17-19, 2009
Willow Run Airport, Belleville, MI
Yankee Air Museum
WWII and Vietnam airshow with
military displays, vehicles, WWII and Vietnam
public battles on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday
and Sunday lunch provided by museum to
reenactors and vehicle crews (first 250
registered). General info and registration
at: http://thunder2009.eventbrite.com/ For
specific questions, email Alan Miltich at MichiganTOM2009@aol.com
Heritage Farms living history WWII reenactment
17-19 July, 2009
4613 Laurel Rd,
Brunswick Ohio 44212
Medina county
Set up Friday July 17th.
Event runs the weekend.
July 18th ( Sat ) 11am to 5pm/ July19th (sun)11am-4pm
Battle at 1:30 and 4pm Saturday,
Battle on Sunday 1:30
Sponsors: HRS & Brunswick Area Historical Society
Theme: Italian Front
Open to all re-enactors.
(3rd year in a row with proven track record)
Cost: Free.
Also free camping, water and bathrooms.
Outdoor event only.
Snack Bar on site or restaurants in area with motels.
Military flea market venders welcome
No live firearms or ammunition.
No pyro on the site
2nd Annual Veterans Weekend
July 24, 25, 26 2009 0900-1600
Veterans Memorial Park, St Clair Shores, Mi (13 mile and Jefferson rd)
Sponsor: Detroit Arsenal Museum
Cost: $0
Notes: Register for bonus, Open to All Allied and Axis Reenactors and Vehicles, Public Amphibious Battles!! Military Vendors
Contact: John Lind jlind222@comcast.net
HistoryFest
July 24-26, 2009
Timeline Event 1745-1945
National Military History Center
Auburn, Indiana
Cost: none, Saturday night private museum tour
Notes: This timeline event depicts history from 1745-1945 with encampment displays, craft demonstrations, mercantile shops, WW II battle and timeline skirmishes. Setup Friday July 24th.
Registration: http://historyfest2009.eventbrite.com
Contact: Jan & Bill Sheets, sheets@netdirect.net, 317-788-1836
Military time line display
July 25th and 26th 9-5 both days
Whitehall gristmill 506 Mickley Rd Whitehall PA
18052(Lehigh county for class 3)
Sponsor: Whitehall gristmill historical society
Cost: free
Notes: All periods from any country and era are welcome, you can be
a two man unit or ten. Space provided will be determined by number
of participants and or display items used. Vehicle
friendly(stationary/parked only), weapons and or unit
demo's/maneuvers/close order drill encouraged. Horses welcome if
you do a calvary impression. Running water on site.
Contact: Doug at: fireater40@rcn.com 610-440-0345 You must
contact me to be added, do not show up unexpected and ask for a
spot, the grounds are laid out the day before.
Iola Military Vehicle and Gun Show
August 8-9
Iola, Wisconsin
Show & public battles. Beautiful area, and a well run event.
ATF will attend
Show Website
The Bridge at Remagen
August 7-9 2009
Tidioute ,PA on the Allegheny River
Sponsored by the 99th Infantry Division ,393rd Regiment , Easy Co.
Cost 5.00 per person
This event will have a morning tactical in a 500 acre stone quarry. Public battle will be The Bridge at Remagen. The bridge is 551ft long, built in 1933. Pyro will be used for this public battle also.
Contact: Patrick A. Tarasovitch, patdrew2@velocity.net, 814-825-2068 for more info.
Third Annual American Soldiers Homecoming Festival
August 7-9, 2009
Dennison, Ohio.
Surrounds the historic Dennison Depot, site of a WWI and WWII Canteen that served 1.5 million soldiers.
Exactly halfway between Columbus and Pittsburgh. Known as “Dreamsville USA” during WWII.
Sponsor: Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
Cost: Free for all veterans!
Many events Free to public. Ticker Tape Parade, Traveling Vietnam Wall, Ohio Flags of Honor, vendors, food, entertainment.
Admission to reenactment, USO Dance, speakers, roundtables, museum.
A Battle Pass gets you into everything, and is good for all three days!
There are 3 WWII battles, and a 4th youth reenacting event. New this year! Installation of trenches and bunkers.
Contact:
Wendy R. Zucal
Director
Dennision Railroad Depot Museum
P.O. Box 11
Dennison, Ohio 44621
740-922-6776
330-340-1445 (cell)
740-922-6776 (fax)
Toll Free 1-877-278-8020
Salute to Veterans, Military Vehicle and Living History Show
August 15, 16 2009
Orange County Farmers Museum, Route 17K, Montgomery, New York. 8 miles west of Newburgh, NY (Home of the Purple Heart)
Sponsor: Orange County Farmers Museum and 4th Armored Division Preservation Group
Cost: $15.00 Reenactor Registration Fee. $8.00 goes toward a Saturday night dinner, $7.00 towards historic vehicle transportation costs.
Notes: Celebrating the 65th Anniversary of D-Day, Living History show open to all periods of American Military History. This event is by "Invitation Only". ETO WWII battle reenactment each day featuring a M-4 Sherman tank and a Sturmgeshutz IIIG ("Band of Brothers" movie replica), vendors wanted.
Contact: www.ocfarmersmuseum.org, see website for further details. email contact: info4tharmored@yahoo.com
D-Day Conneaut, June 6th, 1944 scenario
August 21st & 22nd 2008
Township Park Conneaut, Ohio
Sponsor: D-day Ohio Inc
Cost: Free to those pre-registered, $10 fee for walk-ons
Notes: Recreated amphibious D-day landing including naval landing craft, with Saturday night USO dance
Contact: http://ddayohio.us, Sarah Westrick, ww2civreporter@yahoo.com
PACIFIC COMBAT
September 12 and 13
Fredericksburg Texas
National Museum of the Pacific War
$5.00 for adult spectators, Reenactors FREE
Ammunition and chow provided for volunteers, 3 shows a day,
Come one time and you’ll be hooked!
Contact: Marvin Schroeder 830-456-7226
http://www.nimitz-museum.org/events.php
Odessa Tactical Event ‘09
September, 10 – 13, 2009
Odessa, New York
Sponsored by: World War 2 Western Front Association & Füsilier Battalion 272
Cost: $35.00
Western Front Tactical, on 1600 acres of diverse terrain, lake, ponds, fields, woods, hedgerows, dirt roads, and rolling hills. Large Allied Encampment & Axis Encampment. Friday day battle and Friday night battle. Saturday day tactical. Large open air Flea Market. Lots of vehicles, armor and planes. This is an “Invitation Only” event. To be considered for an invitation, please contact the contact person below.
Contact: Scott Thompson
odessaevent@gmail.com
www.OdessaEvent.com
3rd Annual "Driven to Victory"
September 18, 19, 2009
Rochester Historical Museum, Van Hoosen Farm, Rochester Hills, Mi 25 mile and Rochester Rd
Sponsor: Detroit Arsenal Museum and Rochester Historical Museum
Cost: $0
Notes: Open to all Allied and Axis Reenactors and Vehicle Owners Military Vendors and Public Battles
Contact: John Lind jlind222@comcast.net
65th Anniversery of Arnhem
The Pathfinder Parachute Group will be carrying out their annual Parachute jumps onto the wartime DZ in Arnhem Holland.This year we are honoured to be able to jump onto the drop zones of
Wolfheze On the 17th September 2009 1st Day. 1st Para Bde. 1st British Airborne LZ/DZ
Overasselt On the 18th September 2009 2nd Day. 504 PIR 82nd Abn Div. DZ
Groesbeek On the 18th September 2009 2nd Day. 505 PIR 82nd Abn Div. DZ
Ginkel Heath On the 19th September 2009 3rd Day. 4th Para Bde 1st British Airborne LZ/DZ
Driel On the 19th September 2009 3rd Day. Polish 1st Indep. Parachute Brigade DZ
Best On the 20th September 2009 1st Day. 502 PIR 101st Abn Div. DZ
Son/Eerde On the 20th September 2009 1st Day 502/501 PIR 101st Abn Div.DZ
The Aircraft used will be a DC3 Dakota. We still have places on each drop. This will be the last time the MOD and the Dutch government will back this event and it will most likely be the last time a drop of this size is seen over this DZ again.For many this will be the jump of a lifetime.The opportunity to drop onto the very ground our fathers jumped onto to secure the freedom of Europe. In order to jump at these events you must have a minimum of five jumps on round canopies and have jumped a round canopy and can prove it within six months of the drop date.You will need a WW2 jump helmet (seviceable)and US or British WW2 uniform. You will be jumping 'Hollywood style'.No equipment .There will be no exceptions to this rule. I do not want any casualties.
Any round canopy jump at a recognised DZ will qualify you. Squares chute will not count so don't ask. If you are not round canopy trained you may attend our basic or refresher course being run between now and September. Course costs 360 euro for full training and five jumps at the Dutch National Parachute centre at Teuge in Holland.The Dutch Military B Wing is presented on successful completion as well as our own Pathfinder proficiency wings and supporting certificates.For more information on courses contact Pathfinderuk1@aol.com
Registration fee for Arnhem is 50 euro and although there is no firm price for the Arnhem jump it is not expected to be higher than 260 euro.In fact the more jumpers participate the more the price will come down.For more information on Arnhem contact Pathfinderuk1@aol.com
If you are interested please contact within the next couple of days.This is your chance to jump on hallowed ground and to put on a good show for the veterans.The jump is open to male or female between the ages of 16 and a half (with parents written consent) and...no upper age limit as long as you can pass the required medical and get your own fully comprehensive insurance. Military service is not a requirement and if your not Para trained but are willing to attend one of our courses you are still eligible.
Have a look at our web site and in particular the history pages to give you an idea of what you can expect.Fill out the attached form and join us in making history.
Our next course is 31st of May to the 5th of June. There are still a couple of places left on this course.July (Dates to be confirmed) August (dates to be confirmed) and finally September the week leading up to and ending with the Arhem anniversary drops.
Please put the word around your friends.
Regards Roy
The Woods of Hell
Cape Cod
25-27 September, 2009
Contact: Brian Clinton: vonhellmut@netzero.com
World War II Living History
Sept. 26, 2009
Old Mill Village Museum, New Milford, Pa.
Sponsor: Old Mill Village Museum
Cost: $5.00 (age12 and older)
Notes: This is an event that has been brought back after a few years
of being postponed after the flood struck in 2006. We will be having
a living history/display. If enough reenactors show up we will have
a battle or a weapons demonstration. All civilian and military
impressions welcome. All Allied and Axis displays are welcome.
Military vehicles are also welcome (tracked vehicles will be used
for static display only). Military camp set up begins Friday, Sept.
25th at 1:00 p.m. This will be an outdoor camping event rain or
shine. Modern camping is also available (no hookups). All
participants must register first; walk-ons will be charged $5.00.
Vendors are welcome but must pre-register; fee $10.00 The Museum
Center is located one mile south of New Milford, Pa on route 848,
(exit 223 off I-81) and accessible from US route 11 between
Scranton, PA and Binghamton, NY.
Contact Chris Kane at herc00798@yahoo.com
Website: www.oldmillvillage.org
WWII Days
Midway Village, Rockford, IL
26-27 September 2009
Public Event and displays
World War II Days includes elaborate and realistic battles complete with tanks, artillery, armored vehicles, and exciting pyrotechnic displays. Saturday the battle shows are featured at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Sunday the battle time is 2:30 pm. Maps of the event site will be available when visitors arrive showcasing the battlefield and the various encampments and attractions.
This year's Midway Village Museum is partnering with Rock Hospitality Group for discounts on hotel lodging for World War II Days. Rock Hospitality Group manages three hotels in the Rockford area: Baymont Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn Express and the Holiday Inn. Visit www.rockhospitality.com to reserve a room or call the hotels directly:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites 1-888-465-4329
Holiday Inn Rockford 1-888-465-4329
Baymont Inn and Suites 1-815-229-8200
Event Website
ATF will Attend
Virginia War Museum Military Vehicle & Militaria Show
September 26 -27th, 2009
Virginia War Museum, 9285 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23607
Sponsor: Virginia War Museum Foundation & the Hampton Roads Militaria Society.
Cost: Free Admission, Trade Tables - $50 (150+)
Notes: Military Vehicles and Reenactors of all eras, Militaria Sales, 2 big Militaria Auctions, all on the grounds of the Virginia War Museum, which will open free of charge during the event.
Contact: The Virginia War Museum, phone number: (757) 247-9523 or (757) 425-2827. Email: classicfirearms@verizon.net or info@warmuseum.org
Drive on Stalingrad – Russian front tactical immersion event
October 1st – 3rd, 2009
Karval, Colorado
Sponsor: RPMIII Living History Group
Cost: $35.00 – Some meals provided
Notes: 36 hour, total immersion event. 12 mile movement over ground that looks and feels like southern Russia. Armor support - PzKpfw III ausf J. + many other vehicles, Air Support - Original Fieseler Storch airplane. Day and night, bunkers, trenches, obstacles and lots of walking. Not for the faint hearted…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L461DQZzKyk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sl3DpSKyGHs
Visit website for details. http://www.DriveOnStalingrad.com Register online or mail in forms to be organized into a three platoon company. Units and buddies will be kept together.
Contact:
German Contact - Randy Beard (970) 260-3423
RandyB@DriveOnStalingrad.com
Russian Contact - Carter Bertone
CarterB@DriveOnStalingrad.com
RPMIII - Event Registration Contact - Dale Kuykendall
DaleK@DriveOnStalingrad.com
Armor Battle for France 1944
Oct 2-4 2009
Wendell Ford KY National Guard Training Center in Western KY near Greenville
Sponsor: Southern Historic Armor Education Foundation (SHAEF) / 14th Armored re-creations
Cost: $25 event fee. Discounts apply for larger units and registering early. Vehicle owners are free
Notes: One of the largest vehicle battles in the country. 4 Stuart tanks committed. More coming. New barracks buildings and private rooms available with cable TV and refrigerators. Mess hall and canteen. 20,000+ acres
Contact: www.wwiibattle.org wwiibattle@hotmail.com 615-418-2073
Camden Western Front Event
October 23-25, 2009
265 Gasper-Sommers Road, Camden (Preble County), OH 45311
Sponsored by Camden Steering Committee www.camdenwwii.com
Admission $20 (Cash Only) Must be 18 to participate
Contact: Tim Ellifritt
USO Victory Dance
November 14, 2009
Scottsburg, IN
Sponsor: Preservation Alliance, Inc. & 3rd Infantry Division
Cost: $25 per person
Notes: World War II era themed swing dance and variety show that starts at 8:00pm on November 14, 2009. 1940s period clothing is required. Proceeds go toward Scott County Museum veterans exhibits. For more information and tickets see contact below.
Contact: Andrew Rowden, ranger1905@yahoo.com, 812-752-1050
PACIFIC COMBAT
November 7 and 8
Fredericksburg Texas
National Museum of the Pacific War
$5.00 for adult spectators, Reenactors FREE
Ammunition and chow provided for volunteers, 3 shows a day,
“Educating our Youth by Honoring Our Heroes”
Contact: Marvin Schroeder 830-456-7226
http://www.nimitz-museum.org/events.php
Cumberland Goes To War
November 6 – 15, 2009
Cumberland, MD 21502
Sponsored by: Allegany County Tourism
Cost: Living Historian Encampment - Free
Cumberland Goes to War is a 10-day tribute to our WWII soldiers and to our homefront. Events include a living historian encampment, B-25 fly-in, Big Band show, Andrew Sisters show, Abbott & Costello, Steam train ride with FDR, seminars, book signings and more. Living historian registration form available on line.
Contact: Becky McClarran
301-724-2450
becky@mcclarranwilliams.com
www.cumberlandgoestowar.com