RE-ENACTMENT of the BATTLE OF LEXINGTON

MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2008

Participant Guidelines for 2008

Cancellation Notice

Our Re-enactment is an event in we are honored to participate in. The following guidelines will be enforced for the "Common Cause" so we may conduct ourselves in a safe manner whilst doing justice to the brave men whom we portray.

  1. Attendance at one mandatory drill is required to participate in the re-enactment and two required to be issued powder. Muskets must pass all safety inspections performed by the 2nd Lieuteant of Muskets, or other designated safety officer.
  2. The "TEN FOOT RULE" will be enforced for all men, women and children. Refer to "Clothing Guidelines for the LMM" by Alex Cain.
  3. All child participants must be those of members only. When a members' child (children) is (are) not participating, grandchildren may be substituted. All childrenmust be accompanied by a member's spouse, or an approved guardian. Any exceptions to the above must be approved by the LRC before taking the field.
  4. Character changes after dress rehearsal are not permitted.
  5. The LRC reserves the right to re-assign characters for reasons due to low or non-participation in Company activities, lack of paid dues or lack of effort in researching their assigned role.
  6. All members, women, and children are required to attend the dress rehearsal.
  7. Re-enactors must stay "in character" prior to, during and after the event.
  8. The LRC will assign all security functions as needed.
  9. Ramrods, although allowed must never be removed from muskets for any reason.
  10. Recently issued "Bounty Coats" are not accurate for this time period and are not permitted.

Re-Enactment: April 21, 2008

Find where to position yourself for the commencement of the Re-enactment.

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