The edge of the Northern camp held supply wagons, a red cross wagon, and
horses were standing by to quickly move artillery from one place to another.
Officers' wive may have followed their husbands in the encampments.
And here is the medical tent was the Sister of Mercy again, a nurse in the fashion of Florence Nightingale, and a medical doctor.
The camp was orderly
and the shade comforting on a very warm day.
As I left the camp, I strolled through open range land, the grounds speckled with tiny lavender and white flowers.
As I entered the Southern camp, artillery guarded the entrance on both sides of the road.
7 comments:
Lovely pictures.
Everything looks so white, new and clean. I imagine it wasn't like that in real life.
You are right, Ginny. I thought the same thing. No, definitely not reality. I've seen some camp tents a little messier at other events.
Annie! This is fascinating! I feel like Ive been transported back in time! Do you know the civil war song Two Brothers? I heard it once in 5th grade and have remembered it ever since. http://www.traditionalmusic.co.uk/song-midis/Two_Brothers_(Civil_War).htm
And yes your sown gold will prosper and grow and bring you much joy... XO
Interesting. I have never thought about a civil war camp. Thanks for the history. xo
I am enjoying your Civil War re-enactment posts Annie.
I am amazed by all the correct little details in your photo report. Best of all; everybody seems to be having a good time, the faces are peaceful, but eager.
I know Norwegians were combating and dying on both sides in the real battles.
Even Margaret Mitchell wrote in details about the horrors of the Civil War in Gone by the Wind.
(Which is my best source of knowledge of the theme.)
I'm impressed by this peaceful play for adults to take part in.
You've done a stunning job as reporter.
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