Vol. 42, No. 5 The 39th Annual Ohio Civil War Show By Teresa Williams Drushel MANSFIELD, OH—The 39th Annual Ohio Civil War & WWI & WWII Show is still being called a grand event! Well liked by buyers and sellers, and most importantly, enjoyed by the public who attend the show to learn more about America’s history. The rain and cold temps, which were unfortunately on the radar for part of this year’s show, did not sto the history buffs who attended. Visitors enjoyed the 750 tables of memorabilia, weapons, books, prints, sutler materials and unique items, all within the seven building show. A great draw for the Ohio Show is the quantity and quality of displays. This year there were 24 in all! Each year the displays depict a part of ou history that shares how difficult the times were, how detailed the craftsmanship was and how the weapons were manufactured to protect and defend. The displays are an excellent way to learn and see authentic materials that were used in battle, i the camps, at hospital sites and in t front line of duty. The Ohio Civil War Show is like no other show, offering outdoor features to educate the visitors. Abe Lincoln was seen presenting the Gettysburg Address, a surgeon was performing a limb amputation on a wounded sol-
dier, the Camp Chase Fife & Drum Corp and 73rd OVI Regiment Band
played toe-tapping period music, the Infantry marched perfectly in line and the cannons roared with repeated Abe Lincoln is portrayed by Gerald Pa
acts Thousands fire against the enemy! The German camps showed visitors how the men lived and took care of their meals and daily needs while living with very minimal supplies to survive. Civil War weapons are no comparison to WWII weapons, and what a rare opportunity to see an M1 Carbine, BAR and a Thompson machine gun fired on the line. The quick rapid-fire is a unique sound of its own! The Artillery Show was a well-received addition to the main show 24 years ago and continues to awe the guests. The only show of its kind. Visitors enjoyed seeing full-scale guns along with a variety of artiller shells, a full-scale caisson, limbers and even a grand, detailed funeral wagon. Added attractions like “The Wall – The Spirit of America’s Story” and the Marlboro Volunteers Traveling Military Museum were a must see for all who attended. There were long lines at the entrance to the spe cial features. With so much to see and do, the Show will continue to become your travel destination each year. We promise to educate, to entertain and to make your visit memorable. Take the time to step back in time Mark your calendars for 2017 were history comes alive – Saturday, May 6th and Sunday, May 7th.
Same location – Richland County Fairgrounds, Mansfield, Ohio.
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