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    Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

    What: “Pickett’s Mill 5th Kentucky Federal Living History”

    When: June, 1-3, 2012

    Where: Pickett’s Mill State Park near Dallas, Ga.

    Who: Armory Guards

    POC: Herb Coats - Menion687 at aol.com

    The Plan: To follow up the 2010 Confederate Pickett’s Mill “Real Time” Living History, the Armory Guards, with the conjunction with the Pickett’s Mill State Park staff will be hosting a Federal only Living History at the park in June. Participants will be portraying elements of the 5th Kentucky Infantry of Hazen’s Brigade as they maneuvered throughout the area to attempt to flank the Confederate Army of Tennessee.

    This is NOT a static living history, and participants will be moving throughout the park following the footsteps of the 5th Kentucky. The actual movements will be followed as closely as possible throughout the day, into the evening on Saturday, and then finally falling back after the Confederate Night assault into Sunday. For those who have been not been to Pickett’s Mill, being fit to march up and down ridges and into ravines is of the essence.

    This living history plus the Confederate-centric living history from 2010 will be the focus of the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Pickett’s Mill in 2014.

    More information and a stand alone website link will be posted here when the time comes.


    Thanks
    Last edited by Coatsy; 05-25-2011, 09:14 AM.
    Herb Coats
    Armory Guards &
    WIG
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    Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

    Can't wait!! I really enjoyed the LH that the AG put on at the park in June 2010. I'll make it a point to be there.
    Andrew Schultz

    Possum Skinners Mess

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    • #3
      Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

      Absolutely!!!
      [SIZE=0]PetePaolillo
      ...ILUS;)[/SIZE]

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      • #4
        Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

        Sorry to have to miss this one, but alas... my young Bride and I will be on our own wilderness adventure as we celebrate our 24th wedding anniversary. And no... none of you can join us!
        Brian Hicks
        Widows' Sons Mess
        Known lately to associate with the WIG and the Armory Guards

        "He's a good enough fellow... but I fear he may be another Alcibiades."

        “Every man ever got a statue made of him was one kinda sumbitch or another. It ain’t about you. It’s about what THEY need.”CAPTAIN MALCOLM REYNOLDS

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        • #5
          Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

          bring on the harsh Ga hills.
          Robert Melville


          We as Americans finish what we start. And dying for these Colors, or our brothers around us is no different. We will always remember the ones that have passed before us. Even though their bodies are committed to the depths their spirits live with in us and helps push for tomorrow

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          • #6
            Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

            FYI, I spoke with James Wooten this past weekend. We'll have two portrayals to focus on for the living history. The aforementioned 5th Kentucky from Hazen's Brigade and later in the event the 9th Kentucky of Fredrick Knefler's Brigade. This, like the Armory Guard's previous living history will be history heavy with information regarding specific actions being recreated and discussed as the day goes on.

            Yes it will be hot, humid, and you will have to go up and down hills. Expect to sweat like the original boys did!

            Thank you,
            Herb Coats
            Armory Guards &
            WIG

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            • #7
              Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

              Shoot, Would have been nice if it was the 6th KY. Could have brought our colors out for this one. Will still be proud to show up for our Kentucky brethren. I'll have to go back and read about the movements of Hazen and his boys. From what I remember, they were really left out to dry at Pickett's Mill. Actions were almost criminal in my book. Will be a nice weekend.

              Paul Goudeau
              www.6thkentuckyus.com
              Tick Creek Troublemakers
              Paul Goudeau
              Tick Creek Troublemakers

              Few men are born brave; many become so through training and force of discipline - Vegetius

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              • #8
                Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                I portrayed the 5th Ky at the Mill more than once, many moons ago, and retraced their steps to the day and the hour. ;) Also spent some time portraying the 17th Ky there as well, they were last off of the field.
                Warren Dickinson


                Currently a History Hippy at South Union Shaker Village
                Member of the original Pickett's Mill Interpretive Volunteer Staff & Co. D, 17th Ky Vol. Inf
                Former Mudsill
                Co-Creator of the States Rights Guard in '92

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                • #9
                  Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                  Paul, from what I've been reading here and there, a lot of Blue Boys were left out in the ravines to "dry". Thanks for the comments folks. The kit guidelines will be posted within the info website. That and registration will open up later this year more than likely.
                  Herb Coats
                  Armory Guards &
                  WIG

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                  • #10
                    Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                    I recently spoke to the ranger at the Mill. The impressoins are still the 5th Kentucky Infantry, and later in the day, the 9th Kentucky Infantry, US. Registration will open soon after the new year. If you've been to an AG living history like the previous Pickett's Mills, Lookout Mountain, Jekyll Island, etc you know what to expect.
                    Herb Coats
                    Armory Guards &
                    WIG

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                    • #11
                      Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                      I'll be there ! I really enjoyed the last one.
                      Tony Patton

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                      • #12
                        Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                        Herb, another chance to sweat wearing blue at Pickett's Mill?

                        Yep, I'm in.
                        Your Obedient Servant,

                        Peter M. Berezuk

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                        • #13
                          Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                          An update,

                          I spoke with the park's ranger this past weekend, and we are working on getting as close on the park site to where the Federals marched towards the ravine, mill site, and cornfield. I'm sure the humidity and bugs will be awaiting all of us in June.

                          Also, there will be a website with event guidelines, a short history, points of contact, and the registration form.

                          Again, make sure your shoes are in good repair. The hills and ridges love to eat them up.
                          Herb Coats
                          Armory Guards &
                          WIG

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                          • #14
                            Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                            We're there, Dear Leader Herbo...
                            Johnny Lloyd
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                            • #15
                              Re: Pickett's Mill Federal Living History, June 1-3, 2012

                              Can't wait!!!!
                              Andrew Schultz

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