WWII REMEMBERED, Branson 2007

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WWII REMEMBERED

November
Branson, Missouri
2008

Hosted by Company H, 334^th IR, 84^th ID

“The Railsplitters”

Sponsored by the Branson Veterans Task Force

WWII Encampment

Armor, Vehicles, Displays, Public Battles, Parade

EFFECTIVE 10/23/07 WE ARE NO LONGER ABLE TO OFFER REIMBURSEMENTS FOR ANY MORE VEHICLES
THANKS TO ALL THAT HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED, YOUR REIMBURSEMENTS ARE SET
Discounts on meals and Branson shows for reenactors
Largest Veterans Day Parade in the United States
2 Public Battles with Pyrotechnics and Armor
FREE Reenactor’s Lunch on Saturday
M5 Stuart Tank, Halftracks, Jeeps, etc
Vendors Area

PARTICIPANTS PACKET

CLICK ON THE IMAGE ABOVE TO DOWNLOAD A "PARTICIPANTS PACKET"

THIS PACKET HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE EVENT

Contact the Event Coordinator with questions about the event.

Greg Alexander (Event Coordinator)

CLICK ON THE ABOVE LINK TO REGISTER

The Camp and Displays

Housing and cots are available in two GP Large tents that are being supplied by the Missouri National Guard. These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis for those that do not wish to set up a tent for the event. The National Guard is also setting up a Medical Tent to handle any real life emergencies should one occur. In addition they are providing a Water Buffalo and will maintain the water supply in two Lister Bags in the camp area.

Portable toilets will be available for your use, near the camp area. (WE NOW HAVE MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR SHOWER FACILITIES)

A large Living History encampment area will allow you to display your weapons and equipment. The encampment is located at the north end of Little Petes road, across from the Quality Inn Hotel, near the intersection of Hwy 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Parkway.

Remember that WWII veterans attend this event and our displays must be period correct. If you have a good display that you want to show off, this is a prime opportunity to educate the public.

Only WWII era equipment and displays will be allowed within this area from Thursday afternoon until Sunday 3pm. Weapons and other equipment demonstrations will be held in the camp area throughout the weekend. There will also be a Military Vehicle display area (other era’s) adjacent to the WWII camp area.

Set-Up We would like to get the battlefield and encampment set up on Thursday and Friday. Please make every effort to get everything ready by Friday evening. The camp will be open to the public during the day on Friday.

Modern vehicles (POV’s) will only be allowed to enter for unloading and must be cleared out of the area immediately upon unloading. Modern camping for participants will be allowed in a designated area near the WWII encampment. There will be areas allotted for both Allied and Axis camp sites.

The CP tent of the “84^th ID Railsplitters” camp will serve as the reenactor registration point. This will be the first camp on your right as you enter the compound. Please stop by to register and inquire about camp layout. We have ample room, approximately 10 acres, for any period correct display.

The Battlefield

The Battle Area-- is located adjacent to the encampment area. It is a large field across the road from the encampment. Reenactor’s can march or ride in WWII vehicles to and from the battle.

The spectator area-- is well defined and a sheltered area with some chairs will be reserved for veterans. Shuttle buses will provide transportation to and from the parking area to the encampment and battle area for those that would have difficulty walking. The battle area is about an eighth mile from the spectator parking area. An announcer will narrate the battles and equipment or weapons demonstrations. Spectators are allowed onto the battlefield afterward to meet the Reenactors and view the battle area.

Unit Commanding Officers-- Please check in at the 84^th “Railsplitters” CP Tent when you arrive and ask for Greg Alexander, Event Coordinator, to get the latest information and directions. A CO meeting will be held to go over the battle plan.

Registration-- All Reenactors and exhibitors will be required to register. Registration forms must be signed. If you pre-register by email you will need to stop by The Railsplitters CP tent to sign your form. Any E.T.O. combat reenactor is welcome to participate in the battle. This includes all American, German, British, Canadian, and Russian. The minimum age for the battle is 18. If a parent or guardian is present on the battlefield, the minimum age for participation is 16. Please register as early as possible.

Safety and Authenticity-- Everyone that plans on participating in the event must pass a Safety and Authenticity check. Reenactor’s are required to conform to the uniform and equipment standards of the impression they are portraying. Your participation is welcomed, but your appearance must be correct. Please be prepared prior to the event. Hair must be off the collar and ears. Long hair will not be tolerated. This is a public battle with numerous Veterans present. Be sure your uniform is correct.

The Event Coordinator-- will recruit safety and authenticity representatives from each nationality to inspect their ranks. We must all strive to maintain a 1940’s era appearance at all times while the camp is open to the public, for the entire weekend.

For a full daily schedule of the activities for “Veterans Homecoming Week”. Go to the the BVTF website :

www.bransonveterans.com/veterans-homecoming.htm

Images of some of the actual vehicles scheduled for the event

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