I apologize in advance if this subject has been covered before but I have searched through the archives and have come up empty.
I am portraying an AOT regimental chaplain in a unit that is progressing from the mainstream. I consider myself a campaigner, BUT, there seems to be some confusion as to the definition of the "C" word. To me, campaigner is an adjective describing a lightly packed soldier on the move. Others in our unit consider it more of a noun of some stature and a kind of "clothes make the man" type of deal. Although I'm curious, the definition is not my main question. I'd like to know if it is correct for me to be on the march and battlefield with the rank and file. I have found several accounts supporting this as accurate, but, I think I might be missing something. I realize that this would have to be specifically documented for any historic battle or scenario, but that is usually not an issue here in Florida. I just want to correctly educate the public and fellow reenactors who want to learn. I don't know why I have never before seen this portrayed. Am I doing the right thing or am I missing something obvious that I just can't see from my viewpoint? Thanks in advance.
I am portraying an AOT regimental chaplain in a unit that is progressing from the mainstream. I consider myself a campaigner, BUT, there seems to be some confusion as to the definition of the "C" word. To me, campaigner is an adjective describing a lightly packed soldier on the move. Others in our unit consider it more of a noun of some stature and a kind of "clothes make the man" type of deal. Although I'm curious, the definition is not my main question. I'd like to know if it is correct for me to be on the march and battlefield with the rank and file. I have found several accounts supporting this as accurate, but, I think I might be missing something. I realize that this would have to be specifically documented for any historic battle or scenario, but that is usually not an issue here in Florida. I just want to correctly educate the public and fellow reenactors who want to learn. I don't know why I have never before seen this portrayed. Am I doing the right thing or am I missing something obvious that I just can't see from my viewpoint? Thanks in advance.
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