WHAT IS RE-ENACTMENT?
The dictionary definition of
Re-enactment is a performance of events
from the past. That is it in a nutshell.
We recreate a specific time period (the
2nd World War) using original equipment
from the 1940's, or quality
reproductions.
However, the hobby can go so much
further than this.
Sometimes we have the privilege to
speak to veterans from the 2nd World
War, former members of the Regiment,
those who were involved with National
Service and the Korean War. Talking to
these people is always a great honour,
they are full of interesting information
about their lives and experiences of
some of the most turbulent and violent
times in recent history.
This invaluable interaction enables us
to better understand our impression, and
more accurately portray our recreation
of the era.
Additionally, and more valuably, their
unique experiences become part of our
group lore, and we can then recount
their tales for future
generations.
As well as the serious points listed
above, it is important to remember
that alongside our acts of respect
and remembrance, re-enactment as a
hobby is a huge amount of fun!
Re-enactors can be some of the most
interesting (and strange) people on
the planet from all kinds of
backgrounds. You can learn new
skills (from weapons
maintenance to how to start a camp fire) and
entertain and teach others.
At events you will find hundreds of
re-enactors, and even if you are
from a different group or era, there
is still a feeling of comradeship
which is fantastic. The re-enactment
community is a huge and friendly
one, covering all eras of history.
At events groups will often mingle
and interact for display purposes,
and in the evening re-enactors the
participants often gather around a
camp fire (or beer tent) and have a
laugh. This is what makes
re-enacment such a rewarding,
interesting and entertaining hobby.
To get an idea of our group and what
we do, have a look at the rest of
our site for more information. If
re-enacting this period is something
you would like to experience for
yourself, click on the 'contact us'
link to discuss further, or come and
meet us at an event.
