FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Re-enacting can be an expensive hobby. However, if you shop around you can find pretty good deals on both new and used uniforms and equipment.
Initially, you will need trousers, a shirt, a sack coat, a kepi or bummer, brogans (shoes), a haversack, and a canteen. Altogether, you can expect to spend approximately $250 to $300. Some "sutlers" offer reasonably priced and quality economy packages for those just starting out. Check with Battery members for advice and recommendations.
The battery has 2 guns. A 10 pound parrot and a Mountain Howitzer.
Parades and flag bearers are two ways for younger members to be involved on and off the battlefield.
A typical gun crew would require 9 men for a fully functioning piece.
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CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY
http://www.civilwarartillery.com/
RHODE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
http://www.rihs.org/
C & D JARNIGAN COMPANY
http://www.jarnaginco.com/
CIVIL WAR REENACTORS
http://www.cwreenactors.com/
REENACTOR.NET
http://www.reenactor.net/
CIVIL WAR NEWS
http://www.civilwarnews.com/