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December 15, 2009
BREAKING NEWS : New Date for Marilla
We now have a new date for Marilla Civil War Days.
We've moved to JUNE 11 - 13, 2010.We are very
excited to have moved to June, with an all new layout for
the camps and activities. Do I dare say it, we have
cut our rain challenges by 50%. If you are curious
with what I mean, please check back later for more details.
You didn't think I would tell you everything now did you.
Stay informed and become a fan of Marilla Civil War Days on
Facebook. Check out
the link to your left. We will have your registration
info posted in the next few weeks. As always we welcome
Sutlers, Civilian characters, Union and Confederate
infantry. Check out the
Marilla Town Website.
November 28, 2009
ERICKSON - David Wayne November 25, 2009; David is
survived by his wife Lisa (nee Sinkovitz) Erickson;
father of Carl (Tina Miller) Erickson, Sara (Ian
Gladysek) Erickson, and Miles Erickson of Lockport;
grandfather of Xavier Erickson and Weston Gladysek;
brother of Dennis (Amy) Erickson and Bonnie (Robert)
Hobday; also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call Sunday 1 to 5 PM at
PRUDDEN & KANDT FUNERAL HOME, 242 Genesee Street,
Lockport, where funeral services will be held Monday at
10 AM. Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery.
Memorials to the
American Heart Association
or to the Niagara County SPCA would be appreciated by
the family. Please visit
www.pruddenandkandt.com
to leave the family an online condolence.
November 26,2009
Lockport NY.
In
Memoriam - David Erickson (Nov 25, 2009)
To
All,
It is with the deepest regrets that I write to say that we
have lost a VERY dear friend and fellow re-enactor. Dave
Erickson, 94th N.Y., has passed this world and moved on into
eternity. I write this with a VERY Heavy heart and tears.
Dave was a good friend and I will always remember all the
good times we spent together. He was one of the main leaders
in making the Marilla Event what it is today. He just
recently retired from his position from the U.S. Postal
Service and was a former U.S. Marine of which he was very
proud of. He always had a way to make everyone laugh. I ask
that everyone keep his family in their prayers.
With Deepest Sorrows,
Mike Krawczyk
More Info
September 19,2009
Angelica NY, Camps were bustling with activity as
tours were given to the local boy scouts and interested
public. A battle ensued after the troops were issued
their orders. There were minimal casualties on both sides
with the Confederates victorious. A trip into town
proved interesting for the Confederates as a deserter was
discovered and chased through town with much resistance.
He was finally captured; as he was found hiding in an alley
way. He was brought up on charges and sentenced to public
execution in the main street for all to see. As the
Confederates were tending to their own problems, the Union
forces made an advance from the rear to push back the
Confederates to a defeat in the town square.
July 18, 2009
After Action Report for Artillery
Coalition stationed at Marilla
Posted by: "Dale Turner"
captwbturner@yahoo.com
After Action Report for
Artillery Coalition stationed at Marilla.
July 10, The Artillery Coalition began arrival and
camp set-up. Rations were cooked and the camp was calm as
the night set in.
July 11, Camps were alive with activity early.
Coffee and Breakfast were made. Officers of the unit
attended Officer's call. As the men took rations a
flooding downpour began. After 3 hours of Thunder
Lightning and rain the skies cleared. We took the field at
3:30pm with 3 Confederate Mortars facing a single gun from
Wiedrich's Battery of NY. The Union force turned out to be
a small group of skirmishers. They put up a good fight but
were driven from the field. It was wet and the men found a
small barn dance later in the evening to take the edge off
after battle.
July 12, Camps were open and coffee was flowing.
The men of Barr' Turner' and Washington Artillery were out
as the weather was much better. The men were supposed to
be drilling but due to lack of command by their Captain
the Artillery was relaxing and enjoying themselves.
Finally General Pettigrew noticed this and took command of
some of the men and put them to work. The Battle started
at 1:00pm and was started by a gun from the 1st NY Light
Artillery. The battle was hot and the fire was much more
than that of the day before. The skirmishers had gained
the strength of men from the 9th NY Cavalry. these men put
up a fight and took a heavily fortified Confederate
Battery. They were all killed except their Captain who was
taken prisoner. The Union had won the day. After battle
the Confederates held a courts marshal for a shirker, the
decision was that he be put to death by firing squad. The
camps were a bustle as men tore down to move to the next
battle. All the soldiers should be commended for the great
event that was portrayed.
Captain Dale Turner
Artillery Coalition
ERA Adjutant
July 13, 2009
After Action Report Marilla Civil War Days
To
keep with tradition we had a rain filled Saturday. All
was not lost, as the Battle went on schedule with the Union
being over powered by the Confederates. The Union
suffered a terrible defeat with many casualties to report.
A
short photo session was introduced after the battle to let
the spectators mingle with their favorite characters. This
was very popular with the few hundred spectators in
attendance.
Sunday turned out to be a spectacular day with sunny blue
skies and moderate temperatures. The union acquired
necessary reinforcements for day two of the Battle of
Marilla. The Confederates fought strong and hard but could
not withstand the firepower of Union carbine supplied
infantry. The Union pulled off a decisive victory
taking several prisoners including their commanding officer
Col.Turner. During the battle a Confederate Private
refused to take orders from a commanding officer and
deserted his unit. He was later captured and brought
up on charges of desertion and failing to take orders from a
commanding officer. Private Hogan 28 of the 52nd North
Carolina appeared at court marshal, and was found guilty as
charged. Private Hogan was sentenced to death by firing
squad which was carried out at 2:08 pm July 12, 1863.
Condolences go out to his wife Barb.
July 4, 2009
Independence Day
in the United States. We are celebrating by
participating in our local parade. Our theme is Recruitment
during the during the American Civil War. Joining us today
will be President Lincoln and General Custer. We have
to remember our soldiers that fought to keep our nation
whole. Our parade draws an enormous amount of people lining
the parade route from start to finish. Go out and
watch a parade today they are great fun.
June 28, 2009
Marilla Civil War
Days July 11 - 12, 2009 is less than two weeks away.
Have you gotten your registration mailed in yet? We want
you!! If you are planning to attend and having dinner with
us on Saturday we need your pre-paid registration in by July
3, 2009.
President Lincoln
is calling for all Union troops to help defend the flag at
the battle of Marilla. He is calling for every Man, Woman
and child for this pivotal battle. We cannot let Mr.
Lincoln down for this key battle of the war. Mr.
Lincoln awaits your commitment
to the cause for the United States of America.
June 6, 2009
Marilla Civil War
Days announces the Music lineup for Saturday July 11,2009
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hutchinson's
Revival will awe you with their fantastic harmonies, singing
songs from the past. If you like 19th Century vocal
music you have to see this group.
6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Irish
volunteers take the field with their 19th century Celtic
style Civil War Music. This group was very impressive with
their selections when they performed at the 5th Annual Civil
War Days. If you want to hear a sampling of their music you
can go to their website
"The Irish Volunteers" You can also find them on
Facebook Come
out to this free concert at Marilla Town Park on July 11.
The Irish
Volunteers Civil War Band is a Western
NY based four piece group. All four members have
long backgrounds in Celtic and folk music. They
arrived on the Civil War and period scene in 2007.
Since then they have delighted audiences at
reenactments that include Amherst, Marilla,
Peterboro and the Civil War Music Heritage Weekend
in the Catskills among others.
8:00pm - 11:00pm
A Civil War
Period Dance featuring
City Fiddle a well known 19th century group will perform
your classic favorites. If you have never been to a
late 1800's old fashion hoedown you have to check this out.
It is square dancing at its best, complete with a caller to
help you along the way. You can come dressed as you
are, or if you like, come dressed in period clothes. I
guarantee you will have a great time. The best part of
this whole thing its FREE to attend. You may even see a
little skirmish breakout when the guys get a little
rambunctious. Some guys tend to chase the women around
and tend to get their husbands upset. This usually
ends up in a shoot-out.
10:00 pm
Cannon Firing at
night. If you like fireworks you have to see one of
these monsters go off at night. It is an awesome
display of firepower. Bring your camera to get some
spectacular photos for your collection. |
