| Pennypacker 2010 |
The 69th Pa participated once again in the Civil War Days program at the Pennypacker
Mansion in Schwenksville, Pa. On Friday June 4 school students were bused to the site to
learn from reenactors about "The life of the Soldier" and about marching and drill. On
Saturday and Sunday camp "Living History" and battles occurred.
Mansion in Schwenksville, Pa. On Friday June 4 school students were bused to the site to
learn from reenactors about "The life of the Soldier" and about marching and drill. On
Saturday and Sunday camp "Living History" and battles occurred.
| Alex Peoples shows students the food, clothing and camp gear of the Civil War soldier |
| Our officers inspect the line in camp |
| The soldiers prepare to march out into battle |
| Tired troops returning from the battlefield |
| Students are taught marching and the firing of the rifled muskets |
| Two 69th "Cadets" watch the information table to educate the visitors |
| The 69th Irish Volunteers battle rebels with their green flag waving proudly |
| Resting in camp after the battle |