The Civil War took place between 1861 and 1865. It
was the culmination of
intense
sectional
conflict
and reflected
deep-seated economic, social, and political differences
between the North and the South. 3 million fought and
by the end of the war over 600,000 died....and
the young country of America was on the
brink of being torn apart. It was the greatest war in
American history and the only war fought on American
soil by Americans.
2006 Schedule of
Activities
10th Annual
Civil War Encampment
June
24th and June 25th - Prospect
Park -
Troy New York
|
| Saturday, June 24th |
| 9am |
Encampment opens to public.
Camps and Sutlers open for the day. |
Visit the camps and speak to the folks. Check out the
goods at the sutleries (purveyors of period
goods). |
| 11am |
Ladies' Circle |
Learn to make Dorset Crosswheel thread buttons! Maxine Christman
will show us how. |
| 1pm |
Skimish, with cannon. Please observe all safety procedures and
stand where directed. Watch children at all times. |
Watch as the skimish is fought across the field. Speak to the troops
after the battle is over. |
| |
All afternoon - Music by the 77th NY Balladeers. Speak with President
Lincoln. |
Join the Balladeers for period music. This is period entertainment
at its best. |
| 5pm |
Grounds close to public. |
Thanks for joining us!
Come back tomorrow! |
| Sunday, June 25 |
| 9am |
Sunday Service at Pavilion, open to all. Service open to public. |
Join us for a non-denominational period Sunday service, lead by
Chaplain Christman. |
| 10am |
Camp and Sutlers open to the public for the day. |
Visit the camps and speak to the folks. |
| 1pm |
Skimish, with cannon. Please observe all safety procedures and
stand where directed. Watch children at all times. |
Watch as the skimish is fought across the field. Speak to the troops
after the battle is over. |
| 2.30pm |
Event ends |
Thanks for joining us! |
