Revolutionary War Reenactment - Wheaton, IL
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N 41° 51.271 W 088° 09.601
16T E 403710 N 4634274
For over 20 years reenactors from the Northwest Territory Alliance converge on Cantigny Park.
Waymark Code: WM77A5
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 09/13/2009
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The site includes an 18th century encampment complete with battle reenactments and artillery demonstrations.
More than 500 reenactors pitch tents at Cantigny, just as soldiers did in Revolutionary War times. Battles between redcoats and patriots happen twice per day with the overtones of firing cannons and muskets. Visitors can walk through the camps and experience soldier life in the late-1700s. True to the period, the soldiers use no “modern” amenities like flashlights, charcoal or electricity.
Dates of reenactment: From: 09/12/2009 To: 09/13/2009
What the reenactment is related to: War
Cost to attend reenactment: 0
Cost for parking: $5
Special Events:
Morning Troop & Church Parade
River Valley Fife & Drum
Uniforms of the Revolutionary War
Ladies and Their Dress
Conversation with a Musician
Heritage Band of Music
Website for further information: [Web Link]
Additional parking coordinates (if necessary): Not Listed
Cost for participants: Not listed
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