Event
157th Anniversary Living History Demonstrations
Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
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Type of Event
Description
10:00 am: Cavalry Demonstration (Tour Stop #4)
This presentation will include field maneuvers demonstrating cavalry tactics and weapons firings. The company will also peerform saber drill, demonstrating the cavalryman's ability to used the edged weapon both offensively and defensively.
10:30 am: Artillery Demonstration (Visitor Center)
This presentation will discuss the types of cannon and ammunition used during the Civil War and the steps necessary to load and fire a cannon. Firings will demonstrate firing by gun and section.
11:00 am: Civil War Era Baseball Game (Tour Stop #4)
Come view a vintage baseball between the Quicksteps Club of Spring Hill vs. the Pheonix of East Nashville. See baseball as the soldiers knew it and played it using the 1864 rule book. Teams are associated with the Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball.
11:30 am: Civil War Music (Visitor Center)
The 52nd String band will provide the public with a glimpse into the everyday life of the Civil War soldier through music. The program will present a mixture of popular and patriotic songs which would have been played by regimental bands and sung in camp.
12:30 pm: Artillery Demonstratrions (Visitor Center)
The presentation will discuss the types of cannon and ammunition used during the Civil War and the steps necessary to load a cannon. Firings will demonstrate firing by gun and by section.
1:00 pm (or conclusion of the 11:00 am baseball game): Cavalry Demonstration (Tour Stop #4)
This presentation will include field maneuvers demonstrating cavalry tactics, and weapon firings. The company will also perform a saber drill, demonstrating the cavalryman`s ability to use the edged weapon both offensively and defensively.
1:30 p.m: Civil War Music (Visitor Center)
The 52nd String Band will provide the public with a glimpse into the everyday life of the Civil War soldier through the avenue of music. The program will present a mixture of popular and patriotic songs which would have been played by regimental bands, and sung in the camps.
2:00 p.m: Civil War Era Baseball Game (Tour Stop #4)
Come and view a vintage baseball game between the Franklin Farriers and the Stones River Scouts. See baseball as the soldiers knew it and played it using the 1864 game rules. Teams are associated with The Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball.
2:30 p.m: Artillery Demonstration (Visitor Center)
This presentation will discuss the types of cannon and ammunition used during the Civil War and the steps necessary to load a cannon. Firings will demonstrate firing by gun, and by section.
3:30 p.m: Civil War Music (Visitor Center)
The 52nd String Band will provide the public with a glimpse into the everyday life of the Civil War soldier through the avenue of music. The program will present a mixture of popular and patriotic songs which would have been played by regimental bands, and sung in the camps.
Special Notes:
*Inclement weather will cancel outdoor programs.
*Black powder weapons produce loud noise; be mindful of your hearing, especially children.
*Pets are permitted only on a leash. Be aware that loud noises might frighten animals.
*Be cautious around horses, fire pits, and camp equipage.
Reservation or Registration: No
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Tenn. Association of Vintage Baseball