The Blue & The Gray, a Civil War Reenactment

Posted by Becky Savell

The Blue & The Gray Civil War Reenactment is presented by the Rotary Club of Moorpark

EVENT GENERAL INFORMATION:

This marks the 12th year of The Blue & The Gray, a Civil War Reenactment.

It is the largest battle reenactment west of the Mississippi.

Reenactors come from all over the state each fall for this spectacular event.

Don't miss out as history comes to life right before your eyes.

EVENT DATES:

Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Sunday, November 11, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

EVENT LOCATION:

This event takes place near Underwood Family Farms at the Tierra Rejada Ranch at 3370 Sunset Valley Rd. in Moorpark, California.

EVENT CONTACT INFORMATION:

For more information and to buy your tickets online go to:

http://www.moorparkrotary.com/

You may write to us at P.O. Box 172, Moorpark, CA 93020-0172

EVENT MISSION:

The MISSION of the "Civil War Reenactment" is to

educate the general public about the historical significance of the Civil War and its effect and influence on the history of the great nation of the United States of America including demonstrating the horrors of war which led to an enormous number of ultimate sacrifices given by the military and how the end result was the abolishment of slavery.

EVENT ACTIVITIES:

Civil War Battles and Skirmishes

Surrenders

Civil War Encampments

Suttlers Selling Civil War Era Goods

Fife & Drum Military Band

Presidential Press Conference with Presidents Lincoln & Davis

Infantry Demonstrations

Artillery Gun Demonstrations

Calvary Demonstrations

Medical Demonstrations

Soldier School for Young Adults

Civil War Period Songs and Dance on a Wonderful Outdoor Stage

Food and Drink Booths in a Beautiful Wooded Walnut Grove Picnic Area

EVENT PROCEEDS:

ALL net proceeds from this event go to charitable causes and scholarships.