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I am looking for historical information on Oostanaula river steamboats and hoping there is a Resaca history buff who could point me to a research source. Steamers were used to evacuate wounded to Rome but after the war the river steamers were very active into the late 1800's

I work for an Outfitter and we are changing out all 15 of our Civil War Tents. I'd like to offer them here to if someone has or knows a group that could use these 15 tents. They have served us well and have years of life left. They are in Columbus, GA. You can see them at www.TopRate.com under Outdoor University Tab.... more

http://www.generalbartonandstovall.com/42_co_k.html The 42nd was part of Stovall's Brigade and there is a web site for Generals Barton and Stovall.

Looking for information on an ancestor that served in the 42nd GA Co. K. I'm at a dead end and thought a historical group could help me out.

/ embroidery Does anyone know who could help me? Isi39@bellsouth.net

The Resaca Event Staff would like to thank each of you who braved in heat and a little rain on Saturday night. We hope that the reenactment was enjoyed by all and everyone had a safe trip home. Form these who left Saturday the site dried out quickly and Sunday's battle was one of the most aggressive that I have seen... more

We live in the Calhoun area and wanted to attend the 2017 Resaca Reenactment May 20 or 21. My husband is a FAA certified drone pilot. We wanted to ask permission and guidelines for him to film aerial footage of the battle. If you have any questions please contact him, Keith Dunnaway (NW Ga Drone Guy) 706 879 1962. His ... more

My great great grandfather John R Roberts of Whitfield GA was killed in the Battle of Resaca His son, my great grandfather Charner Roberts was interviewed by the WPA in 1937 for the Oklahoma Pioneer Papers. According to his interview papers, John R. Roberts, husband of Sally Jackson died in the Battle of Resaca. Could ... more

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'm not a reenactment participant..yet. what I'm interested in is recreating a photo of my (3) great grandfather Isaac B Swanson. I'm looking to buy a uniform for the photo that I'm hoping to have the great Wendell Decker take for me. Where do you guys get your uniforms? I want to get one good enough to eventually use... more

'm not a reenactment participant..yet. what I'm interested in is recreating a photo of my (3) great grandfather Isaac B Swanson So I'm looking to buy a uniform for the photo that I'm hoping to have the great Wendell Decker take for me. Where do you guys get your uniforms? I want to get one good enough to eventually... more

I have 2 Confederate flag staffs. The paper work was so old that it was dilapidated but I was able to write the info down. Would like to have an honest appraisal on it. Also have other items in need of appraisal such as rifle shells and parts, belt buckles 1 with round ball stuck in it, ink well, 32 civil war buttons, ... more

Greetings yall, im looking into beginning reenacting with either the 28th Georgia infantry company G, or the 7th Georgia infantry company B. Im just looking to contact and talk to people who are both in either group for vital information and pass experiences. Feel free to e-mail me anytime!

Hello all. I met an older Gentleman last weekend at smileys in Macon that made civil war cannons and bowling ball cannons. I since have lost his contact info....any help with this shot in the dark would be appreciated. My contact info: bser261@gmail.com 478)733-0023

I have an 1859 C.S.Sharps rifle for sale. This is not a replica, it's the real deal. Has brass patch holder and the bar for saddle ring. I live in the Athens Ga. area and am asking $1250.00 for it. If anyone is seriously interested in the gun let me know and I'll send some pics. These don't come up often and... more

I have an 1859 C.S.Sharps rifle for sale. This is not a replica, it's the real deal. Has brass patch holder and the bar for saddle ring. I live in the Athens Ga. area and am asking $1250.00 for it. If anyone is seriously interested in the gun let me know and I'll send some pics. These don't come up often and... more

I am retiring from reenacting (for now). I was active for about 6 years. I have a two year daughter now and just don't have the time. I need to sell all my gear minus the rifle and my hat. I have a 7-foot A frame for sale(ridge pole, poles and ground cloth), lanterns, canteens, clothes, brogans(10.5), bed tick,... more

On behalf of the Battle of Resaca Event Staff we would like to thank our troops and Spector's for attending this year. We hope that all had an enjoyable time and arrived home safe. Hope to see everyone next year! God Bless you, Resaca Event Staff

I have a Cannons Ltd 3" Ordnance Rifle on #1 carriage for sale if anyone is interested. You all have probably seen this gun in action with our group over the years, everywhere from Vicksburg to Gettysburg. It was manufactured in 1996 by Cannons Ltd of Coolville, Ohio with steel lined SMOOTH (no rifling) bore and... more

On behalf of the entire Federal Force and Staff I would like to pass along our thanks and gratitude to the staff of the Georgia Division for all of the hard work put in to make this past weekend a success. The men in the 4Battalions had nothing but praise for the entire weekend. Again a big WELL DONE!!!!!!!