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About the Recreated 3rd Alabama The recreated 3rd Alabama was founded in 1982 by a small group of dedicated and experienced re-enactors and had been under the command of Chris Schrieber, one of the members, for the past several years until his untimely passing. The unit is now led by Captain Frank Gatlin. The 3rd Alabama, Co. D, is well respected and one of the core units of the 10th Battalion, a new battalion of the ANV.
The 3rd is dedicated to recreating the lifestyles and events of the period of the War Between the States, 1861-1865. We participate in battle re-enactments and living history demonstrations, and occasionally, a parade. We try to be as authentic as possible in our dress, demeanor, equipment and activities. However, the 3rd Alabama is also a family-oriented organization. The families of men-at-arms are invited to participate, and individual civilian impressions of the Civil War period are also encouraged. In our camp, we make certain concessions for the inclusion of women and children. In fact, our camp itself is a concession since once the war began in earnest, fixed camps of varied tents as you see at a re-enactment would have been rare, and large groups of women visiting in camp would not have been common after about the spring of 1862. But this is a family hobby after all.The Third Alabama is a growing organization and has over a score of members who are annually active. Our camp is an array of A-framed tents, dog tents, “shebang's” and those who just throw their sleeping gear on the ground with only the stars above. We are comprised of professionals, working class individuals and the self-employed. The members of the recreated 3rd are mainly from southern New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We attend events principally in this area, but also venture to Maryland, Virginia, Connecticut and beyond.. |
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