What is the 69th NYSV Historical Association?
How do I join?
What kind of events do you do?
How often are events?
What is the 69th NYSV Historical Association?
The 69th NYSV Historical Association is a non-profit living history
organization founded in 1992 for the purpose of accurately portraying the life of the Irish Soldier
in the Union Army to the general public. We are a family-friendly unit that emphasizes historical
research and authenticity, safety, battalion drill, and battlefield tactics.
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How do I join?
Membership in the 69th NYSV Historical Association is open to all
individuals with an interest not just in the 69th NY, but in the study of the Civil War in general.
We are a family oriented group that encourages full participation by all members. Please visit our
Recruiting Page to learn more about the levels of
participation available in the 69th NYSV Historical Association and to download an
Enlistment Form.
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What kind of events do you do?
The 69th NYSV Historical Association participates in a wide range of
events from mainstream battle reenactments, to immersive campaigning events, commemorative parades and
living history encampments on the actual battlefields the 69th fought on. You can view the events we
have remaining this year on our Event Schedule. For an example of
year's typical schedule please view the events we attended in
2012.
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How often are events?
The 69th NYSV Historical Association in a typical year schedules 12 events,
or approximately one per month. Some months do have more events schedules, for instance each March the 69th
NY is asked to participate in three Saint Patrick's Day Parades in New York City, New Jersey and Yonkers, NY. For
an example of year's typical schedule please view the events we attended in
2012.
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