Las Mariposas Civil War

Las Mariposas Civil War The Las Mariposas Civil War Group, in partnership with the American Civil War Association proudly pr This year the event is to be held on April 8th and 9th.
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The Las Mariposas Civil War Group, in partnership with the American Civil War Association proudly presents the 10th Annual, “Civil War Days in Mariposa”. All at the Long's Mariposa Ranch, once a part of John C. Fremont's historic 44,386 acre Las Mariposas Land Grant. Tour the military and civilian encampments where you will see firsthand how life was during this trying time in American history. Vi

sit with both Confederate and Federal soldiers and see how they lived while on campaign. Walk through the town of Longville and see how the war touched the day to day lives of the Civilians as well. Visit the sutlers, who provided supplies to the soldiers and civilians, and shop for everyday items from this period. On Saturday there will be three battles; two day battles at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm, followed by a evening battle at 7:00 pm. See as the soldiers prepare for battle, then watch as the muzzle flashes from the rifles and cannons light up the battlefield, and then join us as we wrap up the day with a bonfire stories and period music. On Sunday, come out and celebrate Sunday with the reenactors as they gather in Longville at 9:30 am, for church under the oaks. The final battle of the weekend will take place at 1 p.m. This is a fantastic way for the entire family to experience life during the American Civil War. So gather up the family and come out and join us on April 8th & 9th as we relive this most trying time in our nations history. We hope to see you all there. For Schools we offer a free Educational Day on Friday the 7th, call for more information 209-769-1451
Sponsored by Mariposa County and Sierra Tel.

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The Las Mariposas Civil War Group, in partnership with the American Civil War Association proudly presents the 12th Annual, “Civil War Days in Mariposa”. This year the event is to be held on April 21st and 22nd. All at the Long's Mariposa Ranch, once a part of John C. Fremont's historic 44,386 acre Las Mariposas Land Grant. Tour the military and civilian encampments where you will see firsthand how life was during this trying time in American history. Visit with both Confederate and Federal soldiers and see how they lived while on campaign. Walk through the town of Longville and see how the war touched the day to day lives of the Civilians as well. Visit the sutlers, who provided supplies to the soldiers and civilians, and shop for everyday items from this period. On Saturday there will be three battles; two day battles at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm, followed by a evening battle at 7:00 pm. See as the soldiers prepare for battle, then watch as the muzzle flashes from the rifles and cannons light up the battlefield. On Sunday, come out and celebrate Sunday with the reenactors as they gather in Longville at 9:30 am, for church under the oaks. The final battle of the weekend will take place at 1 p.m. This is a fantastic way for the entire family to experience life during the American Civil War. So gather up the family and come out and join us on April 21st & 22nd as we relive this most trying time in our nations history. We hope to see you all there. For Schools we offer a free Educational Day on Friday the 20th, call Dianne for more information 209-769-1451 Sponsored by Mariposa County and Sierra Tel.

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