We look to continue our
zeal for history in the future and continue to
improve our image as Reenactors. But we can’t
grow without you. The benefits in joining
are innumerable. New members are welcomed
with open arms: we’ll take you under our wing
and teach you all that we know about the
American Civil War.
Soon
you’ll feel right at home. You will be a
comrade. The smell of a fired cannon will
bring your blood to a boil; adrenaline will pump
when you hear “LOAD!” your heart will
jump with “FIRE!”
The sights you will see
and the experiences you will have will be
demanding, there is no doubt. The cannon are
heavy, the uniforms hot. You will feel as if
you’ve reached your limit maneuvering the
battery into position, but suddenly, you are in
battery, loading the cannon. You’re breathless,
heart pounding. What’s going on? Who’s
out there?
Suddenly, everyone tenses -- the word has come
down: “Prepare to fire!” There! You see them!
They are unaware of the Battery’s presence.
“FIRE!”
The cannon bark, the enemy falls. They look
bewildered, trying to reorganize. But you’ve
already loaded another round and another barrage
sends them scurrying away.
You’ve won!
Training is a regular part of camp life.
The cannon crews work together to move the guns on and off the field.
Sunrise, the coffee is boiling and the day has begun.
Cleaning the gun at the end of an event.
Thanking the gun crew after a demonstration firing.
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Training is a regular part of camp life.
Thank you
Caleb Avery for Why Join Reynolds' Battery
The
elation is overwhelming. You’re no longer tired;
you are rejuvenated. You and your comrades have
dominated the field; the Artillery is the Queen
of the Battlefield and Reynolds’ Battery is the
Crown. Battles however, are not all we do, and
there are plenty of other “highs.”
After the battle around the cannon invariably
gathers a throng of people. You step up and
field dozens of questions about the various
facets of Loading, Firing, and the Science of
the Artillery. Buffs, novices, and experts alike
are astonished by your knowledge, your
professionalism, and your enthusiasm. You
are a Civil War Artilleryman.
Or perhaps you make a trip to a
classroom to show your “kit” — your
paraphernalia. Dozens of wide-eyed kids hang
on your every word as you recount your
encounters. When you leave you know the kids are
awed and invigorated in History. Days, maybe
weeks later, you hear from the teacher that they
are still talking about you.
And then there’s the camaraderie.
After a short time, a bond will develop
between you and the Battery.
We will not discount your inexperience, age, or
background. Prove yourself interested in this,
and you’ve earned a place next to us, with us.
You’ve become a part of the Reynolds’ Battery
family.
Chappy thinks he is heading home
Living History on Cayuga Lake
Saturday evening in Camp and time to relax.
The ladies are ready for an evening of dancing.
The off season means gun maintenance and everyone helps.
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Chappy thinks he is heading home
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Pictures on this page
Formation in Camp
Hamlin Beach 2009
Sunday Training
Old Fort Niagara 2010
Sighting The Piece
Romulus 2009
Fire!
Fort Niagara 2008
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