Event
World War II Living History Encampment
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Description
The National Park Service is pleased to host a World War II living history encampment on Saturday, July 20, from 9 am to 4 pm, at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. This free event is offered in partnership with Living History Group Northwest, a living history community that unites local groups who honor and share the stories of America’s fighting forces during WWII.
During the event, living history volunteers will portray members of various US Army units from World War II, representing medics, cavalry, infantry, and personnel from the US Army Air Corps, Women’s Army Corps, and more. The volunteers will bring their own uniforms, weapons, tents and equipment, including military Jeeps and trucks from the period. The encampment will be located outdoors, at the Vancouver Barracks Parade Ground. The public is welcome to stroll through the encampment, talk with the living history reenactors, and get a close-up view of their uniforms and equipment.
The park’s Visitor Center, Pearson Air Museum, and the reconstructed Hudson’s Bay Company fort will also be open from 9 am to 4 pm during the event.
Reservation or Registration: No
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NPS Photo/Jennifer Ladd