150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

[dixieflyer]

Re: 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

Pat, traditionally the Resaca event is held near the beginning of May. I too want to make both events as well.

[24thVOL]

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I'm sure many of the 24th MO will look to falling in. I am ready and willing!

[Strawfoot]

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Mike, it is my intention to attempt to raise a company for this. I'll keep you in the loop on the attempt.

Bob,

After Shiloh I'd swore to sign on to any company you raised at an event, above and beyond what my own guys in the 24th Missouri do. Now it looks like Cal has this one on our radar if the conflicts aren't too bad. We will firm up our schedule by end of 2013, but either way it looks like personally I will be there.

[2nd Lt. Samuel Teague]

Re: 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

If this is indeed going to be in early May I think I might be in for this too! Never been to this battlefield and would love thi=e opportunity. Bob, you know I'll be in touch with you on this.

~Matt Wood

[Johnny Lloyd]

Re: 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

I did some research on the coordination of Pickett's Mill and Resaca 2014. The Pickett's Mill event is the weekend of May 30 - Jun 1 2014 while the Resaca 150th event (according to their 2014 website) is the weekend of 16-18 May 2014. You should be good for both, Mr. Landrum.

[coastaltrash]

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Johnny, I do other things besides reenacting, so it's a game time decision.

[Johnny Lloyd]

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Ah... yes. I feel yer pain. ;)

[Jim of The SRR]

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Impression will be 70th Indiana, Hookers XX Corps, 3rd Division.

http://ehistory.osu.edu/uscw/features/regimental/indiana/union/70thindiana/70thbattlehistory.cfm

[Strawfoot]

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Any word on the Federal company structure yet? Can't say for sure my unit is coming as a group, so I may be a hired gun. Would help to know who you are looking at as company commanders.

[Jim of The SRR]

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Mike,

No final structure as of yet. We have three companies planned thus far (with openings for two more):
SCAR
WFB
Trans-Miss (Michael Comer)

[Jim of The SRR]

Re: 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

The Federal Adjunct event information and registration form have been posted at:

https://www.scareenactors.com

Thanks,
Jim Butler

- - - Updated - - -

150th RESACA FEDERAL ADJUNCT INFORMATION
May 16-18. 2014


Mission: SCAR is the host unit for this adjunct.The purpose of the 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct is to create a respectful, recreation of the 70th Indiana Volunteer Infantry of the 20th Corps at the Battle of Resaca, 1864. The battalion will maintain an campaigner camp, but uniform guidelines have been loosened to allow for progressive, mainstream participation. Aside from drill, morning colors and the battles, we will offer additional useful, interesting and enjoyable activities.
Guidelines:
Uniform: Please review and abide by the simple, uniform guidleines posted below and on the SCAR webpage and FB page at www.scareenactors.com Again, these have been modified from our normal immersion standards to a mainstream one to allow further participation across all progressive groups. Please note that all SCAR members are asked to maintain their same, immersive standard for Western Federals soldiers at this event.
Camping: ALL reenactors in the battalion must camp campaign style. This means no modern anachronisims (sleeping bags, modern tents, or food). You may bring a small period, tent fly or two shelter halves, extra blanket, and or greatcoat. Our camp is located on the hill adjacent to the battlefield and the Federal parking lot. We will have a guard posted at the bottom of the hill at the end of each trail. Ask the Federal Provost if you are lost.
Rations: Your registration covers period rations that will be issued to you and cooked as a mess. The Regimental Sutler will also have supplemental food items for sale (pickled items, pies, etc). If you bring your own food, they must be period foods only.
NCO/Field craft School: on Saturday, immediately after morning colors, we will offer NCO and Field craft classes. Several 50 minutes classes will be offered (for two hours after colors). Classes will include: - How to Conduct Drill, - Guard Mount, - Campaigner cooking, - Improvised Shelter, NCO practical. These classes are open to anyone (even if you are not part of the adjunct battalion). The NCO School is really for those who are NCOs or truly interested in sereving as one with their unit.
School of the Civilian: The SCAR Civilian Auxillary will also be offering classes for progressive civilians. These classes are open to anyone (even if you are not part of the progressive civilian adjunct).
Registration: DO NOT REGISTER THRU THE BATTLE OF RESACA SITE! You must register thru SCAR and use the attached registration form at www.scareenactors.com or on the SCAR FB page. Registration fee covers: 1) Event registration, 2) Ration issue, 3) wagon fuel fee and 4) $2 in sutler chits (you can spend these at our regimental sutler only). Civilian registration is lower as it does not cover rations.
Regimental Sutler: Joe Smotherman will be our regimental sutler. You will be refunded $2 in sutler chits from your registration. This can only be spent at the regimental sutler and can not be cashed in. Use them or lose them. Bring extra money to purchase additional items he will have for sale.
Campaigner College Books: An updated and revised copy of the 2001 “Campaigner College Handbook” will be available again for $20. This will include not only the original material, but additional and revised materials.
Battalion and Company Structure for the 70th IN Adjunct Battalion:
Lt. Col. Jim Butler
Mjr: Chad Greene
Adjuntant: Tyler Underwood
Companies:
SCAR Co. – Cpt. Walter Cook / Lt. Lou Evans
Trans-Miss Co. – Cpt. Michael Comer
WFB (Western Federal Blues) – Cpt. ----------
-open – progressive mainstream co. (contact Jim Butler at unionguy1@comcast.net if interested)
GUIDELINES FOR 150th RESACA FEDERAL ADJUNCT
70th Indiana Infantry – Hookers Corp – 1st Division
NOTE: SCAR member groups should adhere to their normal, more advanced uniform guidleines.

Headgear:
* Civilian slouch hat. Black or grey preferred. Brim to be stitched and include a sweatband. No floppy hats.
* Hardee Hat. Black wool felt, sweatband, stitched on brim.
* Forage cap. Federal or indigo blue wool, correct leather bill and not shaped like a baseball cap. Forage caps are the least preferred of the three options.

Shirt:
* U. S. Regulation Issue.
* Civilian shirt. Hand-sewn 100% wool or 100% cotton-woven checks, or muslin.

Sack Coats/Frock Coats:
* Fatigue blouse. Lined or unlined. Wool, 4 button front. Hand sewn button holes. * Commercial blouse. Civilian manufactured. Lined, 4, 5, or 6 button blouse, hand-sewn button holes. .

Trousers:
* All trousers to be sky blue, wool kersey.

Suspenders:
* Any type of period civilian model.

Drawers:
* Civilian pattern
* Military issue

Socks:
* Civilian socks. Particularly hand-knitted cotton or wool.

Shoes:
* Jefferson booties/brogans. Black with pegged, stitched or pegged and stitched soles.
* Identified civilian boots. (Option 1 is preferred).

BLANKETS, TENTAGE, ETC.
Blankets:
* Brown or blankets with brown preferred.
* Civilian blankets of 100% wool, should be muted earth tones. .
Tentage/Gum Blankets-Ground Cloth:
* Shelter half. Canvas twill.
* U.S. issue gum blanket or ponch * Small Tent fly * small painted ground cloth

ACCOUTREMENTS
Haversacks:
* U.S. issue tarred type.
Canteens:
* U.S. issue smoothside with or without jean or wool cover.
Knapsacks (Optional):
* U.S. issue double bag.
* Blanket Rolls.
Cartridge Boxes:
* .58 caliber issue boxes. Box may be carried on belt.
* Proper tins must be included.
Cap Boxes:
* U.S. M 1850.
* U.S. Shield front.
Bayonet Scabbard:
* U.S. two, seven or eight rivet.
* Must have an attached tip.
Waistbelt:
* U.S. issue plate with appropriate belt.
CORP BADGE: 2” Red star. Constructed of felt.

WEAPONS
M 1861 Springfield: We strongly encourage repros with proper modifications.
M 1863 Springfield: We strongly encourage repros with proper modifications.
M 1855 Springfield: We strongly encourage repros with proper modifications.
M 1853 Enfield: We strongly encourage repros with proper modifications.
Appropriate rifle sling (optional)
PROHIBITED
No hat brass.
No modern glasses or sunglasses.
No cigarettes. Cigars are strongly discouragedNo A-frames tents.
No modern anachronisms.
Pistols are limited to officers. (and even these are to be unloaded at ALL times).
No 2 band or smoothbore muskets allowed.

[Jim of The SRR]

Re: 150th Resaca Federal Adjunct

Correction:
70th IN is 3rd Division

Sgt Major added: Brian Hicks

Thanks,
Jim Butler

[Tyler Underwood]

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Gents, I know there is a lot of discussion on BH150 and PM150 but dont forget about Resaca. Get signed up today!

[Jim of The SRR]

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Further Updates:
BATTALION STRUCTURE - portraying the 70th IN of Hookers Corp, 3rd Division:
Lt. Col.: Jim Butler
Major: Chad Greene
Adjutant: Tyler Underwood
Sgt Mjr: Brian Hicks
Comm Sgt: Jordan Ricketts
Regimental Sutler: Joe Smotherman

Co A: Trans Miss/AG/Western - Michael Comer
Co B: WFB - Micah Trent
Co C: SCAR - Walter Cook/Lou Evans
Co D: WFB (6th OH) - Mike Davis
Co E: -open- (if anyone can bring 25 pre-registered men and agrees to the posted adjunct guidelines, please contact me)

NCO/FIELDCRAFT SCHOOL will run Saturday 10 am-noon. Topics will cover:
Guard Mount - Brian Hicks
How to be a Drill Instructor - Tyler Underwood
Duties of an NCO (non drill duties) - Michael Comer
Military Field cooking - Ian McMullen
Shelter - Jim Butler/Johnny Lloyd
Fire Building (combined class with civilians) - Bubba Stickwood
The civilian school is run by the SCAR Civilian Auxillery and Beverly Simpson is the POC for their effort.

CAMPAIGNER COLLEGE HANDBOOK 2014:
An updated and revised version of the 2002 book will be reprinted. This book will have not only some of the old articles, but revised articles and an additional 50 pages of all new articles. Topics cover drill, NCO duties, fieldcraft skills and civilian topics, research and material culture. The book will be 150 pages and will be offered for sale at Resaca for $12 ($5 of that will go to the 'Historic Westville Relocation' fund. After Resaca, it will be available for mail order for $17. If anyone would like to place a pre-order, please contact me at unionguy1@comcast.net as quantities will be limited.

REGISTRATION, GUIDELINES and ADJUNCT INFO:
go to www.scareenactors.com

Authentic civilians must contact Beverly Simpson at markbeve@roadrunner.com for an invitation.

Thanks,
Jim Butler
SCAR
Salt River Rifles

[Tyler Underwood]

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Folk’s I know that everyone is gearing up for Bermuda Hundred but I wanted to take a minute to let everyone know that registration is open for the 150th Resaca adjunct. There is going to be a lot going on besides the normal battle scenarios. (Please see Mr. Butlers post above) Don’t wait until the last minute get signed up because this is going to be a first rate experience!