“Special Company” – Repeaters Wanted – Battle of Selma 2011
Soldiers Equipped With Spencers / Henrys / Breechloaders / Other Carbines Needed!
Portray Wilson's Raiders
I am writing to invite interested individuals and units to join us in putting together a “special company” for this year’s Battle of Selma, AL Reenactment (April 29-May 1, 2011). We are assembling a company to portray the dismounted Union cavalrymen of the Wilson’s Cavalry Corps (Wilson’s Raiders), and to add some realism to the event by trying to approximate the look and sound of a repeater equipped company. This should be a unique opportunity to do something different and to put your Spencer, Henry, Breechloading Carbine, or Muzzleloading Carbine to use. This invitation is open to units and individuals alike.
Battle History: For Basic Information on the Battle of Selma, AL see:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_SelmaOur Impression:
“Special Company” participants will attempt to portray the dismounted Union troopers of the 4th Iowa Cavalry, Co. K. The guidelines, set out below, make it easy for almost anyone with US infantry or cavalry gear to participate. We will fight on foot, as did the 4th Iowa at Selma, and in a single rank formation. The 4th Iowa, like almost all of Wilson’s force, was equipped with Spencer repeating arms. With that in mind, we would like to assemble as many repeaters as possible, but we also welcome those with breechloading and muzzleloading carbines (see below for more info). Uniform, equipment, and arms guidelines are set out below. With your help, we can assemble a realistic looking and sounding company that will more accurately represent the US soldiers who participated at the Battle of Selma – and have a lot of fun in the process.
Uniform Recommendations:
1-Jacket/Coat: US cavalry shell jacket; US sack coat; or US roundabout.
2-Pants: Any sky blue US pattern.
3-Headgear: Forage caps; slouch hats.
4-Footwear: Any period US shoe or boot.
5-Belt: US mounted services belt; US infantry waistbelt; any period US cavalry belt.
6-Cartridge Box: Blakeslee; Any US pattern cartridge box (worn on belt – no shoulder straps, please).
7-Cap Box: as needed.
Arms Recommendations: (In order of preference)
1-Spencer carbine or rifle.
2-Henry rifle.
3-Any period repeater.
4-Breechloading Carbines (Ex: Sharps, Smith, Maynard, Burnside, Gallagher, etc.).
5-Muzzleloading Carbines.
*Note: In addition, each enlisted man may carry one revolver.
**Note: No sabers will be worn.
It is free to register for the event and to participate with the “special company.” If you are interested in participating with us, or would like some additional information, please feel free to contact Charles Misulia at: Nactorman@yahoo.com .
Thanks.
Charles Misulia
28th Battalion Georgia Heavy Field Artillery, Inc.
1st Ohio Light Artillery
76th OVVI