For new guys coming into the field for the first time, putting on leggings is daunting. Because it’s no fun having to ask for help to dress yourself, I’ve put together this guide.
For veteran reenactors, I offer a way of lacing your leggings that keeps them fairly secure, but doesn’t require a knot at the top.
“The fight for terrain is up forward. Back here is the fight to save life…Remember these faces — these are the faces of our sons who have done battle.” These are lines from “Remember these faces” a homefront movie to inspire citizens to purchase war bonds.
My reenacting organization had a casualty system that — while efficient — could be made more interesting. I propose this alternative system which keeps it simple, but adds some variables. I provide download/printable cards that you can use.
Reproduction Wine Labels suitable for cutting & pasting onto your own wine. Kudos if you acquire the exact type of wine by the same winery.
This is the first in an ongoing series of photographic analysis posts. WWII is the first war where lots of candid photography was created for both public information (propoganda) purposes as well as historical record. Regardless, it all has value to reenactors and historians. The photo for this analysis is one of my favorites from the official 1st Infantry Division history website.
