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Jun 22, 2019
Sat 10am to 5pm
Price: No Charge
Ages: Less than 100
Gender: Coed
Spaces: Closed

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Civil War living history program with the 1st Maine Cavalry, who will recreate life in camp, explain their uniforms and equipment, give demonstrations of cavalry weapons, and talk about the crucial role of the horse in the war. Includes 11:00AM dedication of a monument to the men of the 1st Maine, placed on the battlefield near where their heaviest fighting took place. Local public historian Rich Gillespie will lead guided tours of the battlefield at 12:00 and 4:00. Free admission and no registration required. Mt. Defiance Historic Park is located at 35945 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg, on the eastbound side of Rt. 50 west of Zulla Road.

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