On Sept 19 & 20, 2020 an civil war reenactment will take place to celebrate little General Maggie Sue Haessly departure from our present. Your participation would greatly be appreciated. All proceeds raised at this event will go towards the Haessly Cemetery.
And the family and many civil war reenacted will assemble at this at the Haessly Homestead in Gallant, Ala, come join us as we bring the Thunder of Artillery and the Lightening of Rifles and Pistols to the valleys of the Appalachian Mountains.
This reenactment will feature a recreation of Streight's Raid through Alabama to destroy Confederate Supply Depots in Alabama and Georgia. Making an appearance for the first time in 160 years will be local heroine, Miss Emma Sansom who assisted General Forrest across the creeks in pursuit of the Yankees. For more information call 334.415.5494
Unit Commanders: Please email to [email protected] your unit designation, soldier and civilian numbers, and contact info for pre-registration. Thank you!
All reenactors will camp as Confederate but bring both uniforms as some will be asked to galvanize. Usual Amenities will be provided as well as a meal. Please get your pre-registrations in soon so we can prepare enough for the meal. We have a powder bounty for the first two full scale pieces and first two small pieces.
We hope you join us so we can make this a long lasting annual event.
Raid site Location; 5535 Old Gallant Road, in Gallant, Alabama.
We're 15 minutes from groceries and lodging. Local attractions are Camp Sumatanga and Horse Pens 40. Plug us into your GPS and Join Us on Sept 19th & 20th!
