testing to make sure the guestbook works!
It finally does!
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This is an excellent web page to hit on and ranks very highly on my bookmarks. Keep it flying cottonbalers and never let it faulter.
Good work Captain. Raise that child high to the beautiful colors of our flag - Cottonbalers by God!
Saw your unit at Mississinewa this past weekend. My unit from Baltimore did not attend, so I fell in with the 19th U.S. Inf Saturday afternoon. Your unit's attention to drill shows to good effect on the field.
Before I became a re-enactor, I used to go see the Battle of North Point re-enactments here in Baltimore. (Think I have a picture of someone from 1993 who looks like Steve A.?)
The 1812 Unit I joined this summer is the 5th MD who used to host the old North Point event. We participated at Ft. McHenry's Star-Spangled Banner/Defenders Day Weekend last month. Not much shooting but a lot of ceremonials, parades and such. A spectacular show Saturday night with simulated bombing/rocketing of the Fort. It's a long way for you fellows, but something to consider for the future.
You have a great web site, very well presented and informative. Probably the best re-enactment group site I have seen. Huzzah!
Regards, DHW
love your stories and pictures are great. enjoyed reading the history and think it's wonderful that you're preserving the times. keep up the good work.
I was referred to your page by my old military shool associate, CPT Tracy Barker. It was very interesting reading about your unit. I am the commander of A Company 1-147th Armor BN (formerly the 5th & 6th Ohio Volunteer Infantry). I believe that your site has given me some deas to incorporate in my own site. Keep up the good work and good luck this weekend!
Gator 6
Very informative sight. I belong to 3rd battery, 1st Michigan Light Artillery. Visit our websight... www.cwartillery.org/3rd battery/civwar.html
Wow, it's wonderful. Love the music!!
Greetings to our fellows on the "other side"! -- From the 93rd Highlanders (93rd SHRoFLHU).
I was glad to be able just to be able to be at Mississinewa this year (98) and once again face off on the field. Hopefully I will see you at New Olreans in January!
Come and visit us at our website. Cheers!
Greetings to our fellows on the "other side"! -- From the 93rd Highlanders (93rd SHRoFLHU).
I was glad to be able just to be able to be at Mississinewa this year (98) and once again face off on the field. Hopefully I will see you at New Orleans in January!
Come and visit us at our website. Cheers!
My neighbor threatended me if I didn't view this (her) site. Great site and very interesting; I'll be back.
Splendid site! The 7th are as usual well turned out and in apple pie order. I must also compliment you on your music, the strains of 'Brighton Camp' or The Girl I left behind me have gladened the hears of the British soldier since the time of Queen Anne.
I look forwad to the next time I face the most gallant of foes and steadfast of friends. Hussa 7th!
First Rate! Who was that goodlooking private in the color guard at Casa Mata. Volens et Potens! The 2nd Infantry salutes the 7th!
Great site. I had a wonderfull time at Ft. Jackson with Maj Steve and Cinda of the 7th. Ya'll taught me alot. Hope to see ya'll again in the future.
Mark
great
Good website, but no music that need's to be played.
Keep up the good work!
Very informative. I just love you page and to visit your reenactments.
Things are really interesting and I enjoy visiting your web site.
This web site is good but you need to put in a dictionary, because I have a test on this in about a week, and I need to look up a lot of words ( eg. like - mercantilism, monopoly,merchants, exploration, Colonizatio, & more.
Served in Korea 51/52 counterfire platoon 7th. Reg. I wish to also sign for PFC LLOYD P. ANDERSON, who died on a cold winter day in Nov. 1951. On the hill we shared. We both swore to be Cottonbalers till the day we died. He went on ahead to hold the line as so many before and after. Just a country boy from Maxwell, Nebr. I am looking forward to brousing your web site. And proud to sign your guest book. When I ad links I would like to link to you, with your permission.
Good page, Seventh!! The Secon Infantry in California is in the process of putting together its own web page. We would like to link to yours if that is alright...
Hope the Victory Ball went well. Three members of our unit (including Jon Burk) were considering flying out to attend, but were not able for various reasons. Will there be photos and/or a review on your page in the near future??
Great web site ! Looking forward to seeing Y'all at New Oleans .
I enjoyed very much visiting your site. I would like to get the E- Mail address of your suttler shop, where I would like to buy a copy of a U.S. uniform of the War of 1812.
I must admit your site is one to envy. Also your Commander, Major Stephen Abolt, having served under him against the French and their Corps d'Savages I found him a very knowledgeble officer. I am, with a number of British Officers, who envy the United States of America for having such a fine officer and would honour the day that Major Abolt would take theKing's shilling and commission. Aye,
Your hunble and obedient servant, etc, & etc.
Larry A. Lozon, Major Bvt , 8th (Kings) Regiment o fFoote
attached 1st Regiment Kent Militia Chatham, Ontario, Canada
I must admit your site is one to envy. Also your Commander, Major Stephen Abolt, having served under him against the French and their Corps d'Savages I found him a very knowledgeble officer. I am, with a number of British Officers, who envy the United States of America for having such a fine officer and would honour the day that Major Abolt would take theKing's shilling and commission. Aye,
Your hunble and obedient servant, etc, & etc.
Larry A. Lozon, Major Bvt , 8th (Kings) Regiment o fFoote
attached 1st Regiment Kent Militia Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Interesting website indeed. Thanks for the connection to the UMB site! Hopefully we will have an improved site in the near future. Hope that Christopher R. Fischer, late of the 5th USI, passed his journey back to down to Texas without any adverse incident. His late comrades of the 5th desire to hear from him soon. Next action for the UMB will be a Winter Muster on Feb. 5-6 at Pine City, Minnesota, at the Northwest Fur Co. Post. Join us cold weather training in the snow and ice of the British Upper Mississippi. NWCo. is hosting a first ever War of 1812 event on May 8-9 complete with artillery, a general encampment, &c. At least 10 Canadians are already enrolled, and UMB affiliated units are invited too. Contact Site Manager Patrick Schifferdecker at patrick.schifferdecker@mnhs.org for more info. See ya down the campaign trail...
Greetings guys! Learned about the site through the Missouri Rangers. Good job! Cap'n Clemson, sorry I couldn't make it to Fort Osage this year. I would have loved to guide you through the wilds of Independence to Denny's again.
Best, Mike
I am retired from the Army and happened on your web page while searching for info on "Seminole Wars". Was quite pleased to see that the traditions of one of our regiments was being preserved by some apparently dedicated individuals. Particularly enjoyed the tunes. I wish all of them in your songbook were played. Congratulations!!
Wow! I haven't signed your guestbook yet! Hope to see you at Dade again this year. Can I scalp the major in front of thousands of people again?<br> <a href="http://www.GeoCities.com/Yosemite/1743/">The Florida War Historical Center<br><img src="http://www.GeoCities.com/Yosemite/1743/treaty.jpg"></a><br>
I usually wouldn't sign my own guestbook, but I was visitor 1812 today. Prophetic? I'll have to see if I can be 1846 too. Thanks to all who visit our site. Special thanks to all those men who have served in the 7th Infantry from 1808 to the present day! Thanks so much! Cottonbalers by God!
Enjoyed reading your web page very much. Would like to know if anyone can tell me how to get a list of casualties for Mexican-American War. I am looking for a William Croft. Thank you very much. Diane Gravley-Acworth,Ga.
Page look great, keep up the good work. Miss seeing you in the "Territories", on the other had thing are interesting here in the Florida's.
Very nice page!I am a War for Southern Independence reenactor(Peace River Artillery)and will be doing Dade's Massacre on the 2nd-3rd of Jan.If you have any info you could send on that engagement it would be appreciated.Thank you. Pvt. James Burns Peace River Artillery Army of Tennessee C.S.A.
Enjoyed the site very much. Will request a packet from Steve. I would like to start researching the scoring of the songs; Girl I Left Behind Me, etc. I would also like the lyrics to the Leg I Left Behind Me <vbg>.
I love this site.
I think that there is nothing quite like waking up and seeing the 19th century instead of the 20th. The closest war to where I am is 1812 (in Canada), and I participated in my first and so far only, event last spring.
Unfortunately, as a (radio broadcasting and communication) college student, I cannot afford to participate in actual "battles" yet, but thanks to the museum that I voluteer at I can wear civilian clothing, on the sidelines for the time being.
I look foreward to returning to this site later, and oviously long to get involved.
PS. I like the old american flag better than the modern ones, can ones with 13 stars on them be bought anywhere?
I love this site.
I think that there is nothing quite like waking up and seeing the 19th century instead of the 20th. The closest war to where I am is 1812 (in Canada), and I participated in my first and so far only, event last spring.
Unfortunately, as a (radio broadcasting and communication) college student, I cannot afford to participate in actual "battles" yet, but thanks to the museum that I voluteer at I can wear civilian clothing, on the sidelines for the time being.
I look foreward to returning to this site later, and oviously long to get involved.
PS. I like the old american flag better than the modern ones, can ones with 13 stars on them be bought anywhere?
please advise if there are any members in granger, indiana. also do you know of any 1812 units in indiana. i was amember of the 11th mass reg rev war. looking to get involved in 1812. need musket
Well done. One can see the considerable effort you folks put into this page. This page one could say is a bench mark for other historical reenacotor groups could follow. Look forward to working with you folks in the future and hope all is well with the 7th.
Terrific website.It does load slow but is worth it.I'm a member of the 3rd Art. here in south Fl.I've done Dade many times and have seen you all there. I visited the battle of New Orleans sight.this Xmas holiday.Ionly understood the battle or battles after reading the Ospry book on the subject.Take care. Steve Mack
Hello, Any info you have on events coming up in 99 would be great. Thaks
Hello, Any info you have on events coming up in 99 would be great. Right now there's only four members of Porter's Brigade. We're all from around the Toronto area so most of the events are a few hours away. But we would be interested in getting involved in things down south. Hope to here from you soon. Thanks
Very Good!!! I am preparing a presentation on the March of the Mounted Rifle Regt. in 1849 from Ft. Leavenworth KS to Ft. Vancouver, WA. Cannot find color plates or drawings of uniforms of that era. A pictoral display would sure add emphasis to the presentation. Any suggestions?? Neal E. Maddy, MSG USA Ret.
Very well done lots of info list of events .People to contact just vey good web page
I enjoyed browsing you site for many hours and found it very interesting with plenty of info, so great job to those involved. I just have 1 question or infomation I am trying to find out what the stripes on the bottom of todays armys sergeants sleave mean , (I think they are on the left arm sleave)what they are and what rank they represent thanks if you can help me. Mick. mr.t@chariot.net.au thanks again for a very interesting site..
A fine web page. I particularly liked the music and graphics. I am presently working on a children's or general interest book on the frontier Army so I found the information quite interesting and potentially useful. I will be checking in from time to time. Thanks for keeping our heritage alive. -Alan
I finally found this wonderful site. It's wonderful to see comrades I've fought with and opponents I've faced all signed in here. It's also great to see so many others interested.
I lood forward to the day we can march, shoulder to shoulder, again.
Huzzah!
My husband's gg-grandfather, George Washington Redmond, served in the 8th Regiment - which later became the 7th. Joining up in August 1812 for 5 years and discharged in 1817 at Camp Montgomery, Alabama Territory. He served under Captains Farrar, Cunningham, Montgomery and Crawford. He was wounded in 1813 but returned to service to complete his term of service. I am anxiously trying to find where this Regiment originated and the places of encampment through those 5 years. George was born in Sumter County, SC, ca. 1795. While still assigned to the 8th he served under Col. Manning. Can anyone help? Many thanks in advance. Jean Redmond
My 3rd great-grandfather was Sergt. Peter B. Conger (7th US Infantry). He joined the 6th as a Sergt. at Morristown, NJ on 17 Nov. 1807. On the breakup of the 6th in 1809 Conger joined Capt. Blue's Co. at New Orleans. He later served with Capt. Montgomery when Blue was promoted to Major. On the morning of 08 January 1815 Sergt. Conger was wounded when a British rocket struck a powder magazine. I would like to make contact with someone who could tell me about the uniform of a 7th Infantry Sergt. from 1807 to 1815. Also anybody with a history of the Company of Captains Blue and Montgomery. Sergt. Conger's mother's maiden name was Elizabeth Blue and I have always been curious if Capt. Uriah Blue was kin. Thank you, Brandt Zätterberg
Wow, really enjoyed the photos. Thanks the great time at Chalmette and Bourbon Street. You guys are great. Things are busy as usual with the modern Cottonbalers. Currently 3rd Battalion in preparing to assume duties as the Deployment Ready Force for 3rd Infantry Div. I hope all is going well. Take Care.
I just started browsing through U.S.-Mexican War information tonight as a beginner. I am interested in finding a list of the Americans who fought during this war, casualties and survivors, where they lived before the war, etc. I'm curious as to whether or not I may have had a relative or two in this war. Can you help or point me in the right direction? Thanks in advance.
I am currently enlisted in the 1st US Infantry (ACW), and also in the 165th NY (Zouave). I am looking for information on a source for Texas Revolution era Mexican uniforms (mainly for school programs,but possibly for reenactment). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Mike T.
"Cottonbalers, by god"
Hi, I have always wanted to get into the hobby, but, it is extremely difficult to do so.
I would appreciate it if you could email me any information you might have on reenactment groups located in southern ontario -- where a lot of the fighting went on :)
thanx
Hi, I have always wanted to get into the hobby, but, it is extremely difficult to do so.
I would appreciate it if you could email me any information you might have on reenactment groups located in southern ontario -- where a lot of the fighting went on :)
thanx
Congratulations Steve, Kevin, and to the entire reg't. A truly great site! You've done yourselves and all serious reenactors proud.
Thank you for a great source of information and pictures. What sutlery do you get your uniforms from?
Thanks again, Dave
Just dropped by to see the (99)upgrade and see the Active color guard. Keep up the great job.
VOLENS ET POTENS WILLING AND ABLE
Andy Anderson Cotton Baler till I die.
Col Kline at Wentworth Military Academy is starting a Civil War Club at WMA...I am sure he would love to hear from one of you...Call him at 660-259-2221.
Thanks Ernie
Greetings from the Bear Republic, (west of Sonoma )
I have enjoyed looking at the website. Also,please tell the major that I intend to pay my subscription dues for the newsletter.
More to tell later, Gary
Greetings from the Bear Republic, (west of Sonoma )
I have enjoyed looking at the website. Also,please tell the major that I intend to pay my subscription dues for the newsletter.
More to tell later, Gary
I enjoyed your website very much. I had no idea that there was a reanactment group dedicated to preserving the history of the 7th Infantry. I found it to be most interesting. I was assigned to the 7th as a replacement 2nd Lt.in 2/44 on the Anzio Beachhead. After 6 campaigns and 8 months of occupation duty in Germany, I came home and reverted to the Reserve with the rank of Captain. Russ Cloer
I stumbled across your page while searching for military art. I was a platoon leader in A co and battalion S4 in the 3rd Battlion, 7th Infantry at Fort Stewart from 1994 until 1998, and my home town is Bushnell, Fl. where Dade Battlefield is located. My good friend is LT Gary Cregan who participated in the trip to New Orleans for the battle reenactment, but I did not Know you organization also participated in the Dade Massacre!
District 22 Company,(Maury County), 27th Regiment, Tennessee Militia
District 22 Company (Maury County), 27th Tennessee Militia Regiment. Cheairs Homestead, Rippavilla Plantation, Spring Hill, Tennessee. Desire to host an 1813 Creek War event at original Jackson Highway route.
Just thought I'd say how much I enjoyed your site. Very well done! The information is thorough and presented in a professional manner. I hope someday I'll be able to make south and see some of the sites and events you've included.
Sincerly yours
Dave Roth Canadian Army (Active) Re-enactor Royal Newfoundland Regiment (1812) 1st US Rifle Regiment (1812)
P.S. Hope to see you in Mississinewa 1999
I may have an ancestor whofaught in the war of 1812 how can i find out...please let me know.
I desc. Capt. Gilbert Christian Russell, Sr., 7th U.S. Infantry, 1808. Col. Russell, 3rd U.S. Infantry (today's 1st) was War of 1812 defender of Mobile for whom Russell Co., Ala., is named. He executed the six Tenn. Tenn. militiamen for his friend, Gen. Jackson. As a civilian brick contractor he built still-stand Fort Morgan, Mobilehrbor, under his kinsman, Maj. Cornelius Augustus Ogden; both men are buried Magnolia Cemetery, Mobile. West Point archives still has two letters from Col. Russell asking that his wife, Mrs. Margaret Hollinger Russell's step-mother's brother, David Moniac be admtted to West Point. Lt. David Moniac, 6th U.S. Infantry, Class of 1822, was West Point's first Native-American graduate and Alabama's first graduate. If you would like a picture (alas, in civvies), e-mail me your snail-mail address. Jim
My son, Andrew Weaver, is in basic training at Ft. Sill. He is in 1st PLT Wolf Pack, B 1/22 FA.I need to know the dates of the family week-end so that I can make plans for air travel from Virginia & hotel reservations. I have not received any information on this as of 4/5/99. I am a teacher and must apply for a substitute as soon as possible. I would greatly appreciate any assitance, whether in the form of information or a phone number that you may be able to provide. Thank you for your help, Barbara Hyler
Hello from the hated, dreaded Florida! Glad you a good time at the Fort Gibson 175th. I had to move my Seminole War web page when I changed my e-mail address. Just got some photos this last weekend from north Florida, including photos of the 1st Seminole War graves of the 19 soldiers of the 7th Infantry and 4th Artillery at Fort St. Marks. Maybe one of these days I can get up to Camp Recovery. -- Chris
Hello from the hated, dreaded Florida! Glad you had a good time at the Fort Gibson 175th. I had to move my Seminole War web page when I changed my e-mail address. Just got some photos this last weekend from north Florida, including photos of the 1st Seminole War graves of the 19 soldiers of the 7th Infantry and 4th Artillery at Fort St. Marks. Maybe one of these days I can get up to Camp Recovery. -- Chris
Thank you for supporting our 175th here at Fort Gibson. The estimated visitor count is 15,000 on Sat-Sun, and with the Education days, we estimate 18,000 total. Again thank you for the support. Great Job guys!
Its nice to see someone doing mexican war impressions. I am working on an impression of a volunteer of the 1st Virginia and would appreciate some help in looking for uniform sources. Thank you
Would like to get in touch with Cynda Carpenter. bdh
Thank you Steve this has been most informative. Although I've known you over the years this is the first time I,ve had the pleasure of knowing some of the history of your unit. The web site is well laid out and a pleasure visiting. Hope to see you all at an event this year, although I'm very busy beeing in France for our hussar tactical and then all over the place more than anyplace else. Merci a bientot. Chris
I'm looking for a Mexican War drummers coat. I would like to know if anyone has one they would like to sell or if they know where I can get one. Thanks, Jon Boorom
Great site, wish I would have found it sooner! Cottonbalers By God! Damn Fine Soldiers! 1LT Mark Bailey D 3/7 IN
see you soon in L.A.
Howdy from the Young family. Sunny graduated with honors from Texas A&M University today. She was given a big "cottonbaler huzzah" when she got her diploma. By the way, check the spelling of Nacogdoches on the Upcoming Events page under Ft. Towson. It is misspelled. Shat.
What a neat place to learn about history! I am checking out sites for my 4th graders to use and this one looks great. Keep up the good work! By the way, I have seen Steve Abolt in action as Mirabeau Lamar - he is wonderful!!
If anyoe is interested in a living history camp please call 1-660-259-2221 ask for Col. Kline or see the Wentworth Military Academy homepage....do not miss this great opportunity!
If anyoe is interested in a living history camp please call 1-660-259-2221 ask for Col. Kline or see the Wentworth Military Academy homepage (wma1880.org)....do not miss this great opportunity!
Your site continues to be interesting and informative....I haven't visited for awhile and was impressed once again with all you have done. My daughter used your site to gain some info for a school report......just wish the pics were a little clearer. She has a bit of trouble trying to print them.
Keep up the good work.
I WAS WITH THE MORMON BATTALION AND I HAVE BECOME A SCHOLAR OF THE MEX WAR. I SAW THE PBS SHOW THAT HAD THE 7TH REENACTING THE US ARMY IN THE MEX-AM WAR, I HAVE IT ON TAPE. ANYTHING ON TV OR SAT. TV, I TAPE. I WOULD LIKE TO JOIN U, BUT LACK OF FUNDS KEEP ME FROM ENJOYING MY HOBBY. MY WIFE ALSO DOESN'T LIKE FIREARMS OF ANY KIND. SO GOOD LUCK AND KEEP THE FLAG FLYING. THANKS J ROSS CAPT,USMB(RET)
This page is totally groovy.
Its nice to know the internet is not just fun and games
First time visiting. Enjoyed it very much. Especially enjoyed the photographic gallery and the regimental songbook. I will be a return visitor. Thanks for keeping the King of Battle alive.
Great site. Loved the music and lyrics. I landed with Sloat in Monterey, alta California as a sailor then Marine in '96. and you are miles ahead of us. Keep up the good work.
I just came back for an infrequent visit to the website. It's getting even better. Am looking forward to Ft. Towson-will try to drag some of these men of the 2nd US along. We got a copy of the video of Alamo 162 from Alamo Village. It was very enjoyable. James took it to school and is trying to get the teacher to show it. He enjoys all things related to the Alamo. His life's dream is to one day work for O'Doole.
I ran across your site while doing research on the War With Mexico, and your site came up on Yahoo. Although I need information from long ago, I found the knowledge that your organization exists, to be rewarding. BJ
I've been researching Pre-WWI soldiers I find buried in Southeastern New Mexico and found what I believe to be only person buried in this area that was born in the 1700's.
I am hoping to find that he fought in the War of 1812 or the Indian Wars.
He was George Laman, born 12/16/1795 died 4/14/1892.
If anyone has seen him on a roster, I'd sure appreciate hearing from you.
Thanks David Minton Lovington, NM
This is a fine site indeed. I am interested in doing Mormon Battalion in the Mexican War. I have several relatives and find that this group needs a few impressions done for it. Feel free to contact me with ideas or links to Mormon Battalion reenactors.
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THIS IS AN INTERESTING SITE...WOULD THIS BE THE SAME BATALLION AS THE ST PATRICK BATALLION OR ALSO KNOWN AS THE SAN PATRICIO?
Outstanding presintation,you should be very proud.
WHAT AN INTERESTING PLACE YOU HAVE CREATED. CONGRATULATIONS ON ALL YOUR AWARDS.
THE STAFF OF NORMAN G. JENSENS, HIGHGATE SPRINGS, VT
Just stopped by to check for new photo's. The page looks great as always. Hi to Cynda and Steve. Hope all is well with you-all. Andy, Cottonbaler forever.
You guys need to get a life...sorry just had to say that. John made me look at the pictures...nice web site. Take care. Sherri
I've enjoyed my tour of your site. I'm very impressed with your authenticity and attention to detail. I manage a small historic house site and am trying to build a Civil War Living History event, so was particularly interested in your portrayals and primary research. If you have words of wisdom, I would welcome any recommendations. Colonel Jones, for whom this site was named and commemorates, was a fan of Winfield Scott, having named his fifth and last son for Scott. Jones, at age fifty-nine or sixty, was commissioned Lt Colonel of the Indiana 53rd Volunteer Infantry at the outset of the Civil War and served until his death in the Atlanta Campaign, July 1864. I would be interested to know if any of your members portray or belong to Civil War units and if there might be an interest in attending our event, which is September 25 & 26 this year, and will be Sept 23 and 24, 2000. And would Mr O'Doole feel his Emporium would be appropriate at a Civil War encampment in Indiana? Thanks for the tour! I await your response. Sincerely, Peggy Brooks
An excellent site! Well written and documented. I only hope our site will one day measure up.
My compliments to the Officers and enlisted of the 7th.
Quartermaster Marine Detachement 1812 USF Constitution
We enjoyed your participation in the living history event at Landmark Inn in Castroville, Texas. Keep up the good work.
A Truly Wonderfull and Memorable Site I am Certainly Glad that I Stopped by for a While I should like to wish The 7TH every success in Future
Web page is great and I love the music the best. Printed packet on Ft. Towson, it sounds great! Don't think we can attend, Sharon's birthday is that weekend.
Gentlemen:
The Weston Military History Group in Weston, Mass. would like to investigate the possibility of arranging a lecture by a speaker from the Cottonbalers. We hold monthly lectures on military topics. Audience usually about 100. Audience prefers WWII topics. Limited budget may afford travel expense. Speaker must be experienced and knowledgeable. If any interest please advise. Thank you.
William Saunders
Gentlemen:
The Weston Military History Group in Weston, Mass. would like to investigate the possibility of arranging a lecture by a speaker from the Cottonbalers. We hold monthly lectures on military topics. Audience usually about 100. Audience prefers WWII topics. Limited budget may afford travel expense. Speaker must be experienced and knowledgeable. If any interest please advise. Thank you.
William Saunders
Hi! I work for the Residence Inn by Marriott in New Orleans, and we are offering a special rate for the weekend of January 6-12, 2000 during the Battle of New Orleans Celebration. E-mail me for more details or to make a reservation call 1-800-331-3131 and ask for the special Battle of New Orleans Group Rate.
i need help. im a reenactor in abilene texas. Im working on getting a new reenacting unit started here and i have the chance to get some long awaited recruiting done next weekend, but i have a problem. some of my uniform is missing. The units that will be the center of our new organization, is in the 1850's. they still used some of the same uniform parts from the mexican war. i was wondering if u had any memebers close to me that would lone me a wheel cap and officers trousers. i had made arrangements with a friend from OFGMR, clay patterson (claypat@texasisp.com)but they fell though. Please help me, let me know asap. thanks Jason Ross, Capt, Phantom Battalion, Abilene TX (915)793-2377
I could not resist checking it out from this station. The photo gallery sure looks great on this 20 inch screen. John
This is a great site!! I was at Ft. Osage in October for my first reenactment with these folks courtesy of the invite by Dave Hinckley to be a cook's assistant and laundress. I had a lot of fun and was real surprised to see this photo-I received my whiskey ration from them at the end of the day!! Again, a great site!
This is all very interesting and well done. My g-g-g grandfather, Charles F. Arnold of Vermont was a soldier in the war of 1812. Is there a list of these Soldiers anywhere? Gordon
I am very interested in the Mexican War and have toured some of the battlefields in Texas while there on business. I recently saw an advertisment on TV for an upcoming film on the Mexican War to be shown in threaters, do you know the name of it and when it will be coming out?
Thank you.
Hello, such a fantastic site you have designed with a wealth of information visitors can enjoy each and every time they return. Come step back in time with Boom Towns & Relic Hunters, where the West is still wild in Northeastern Washington state. Cheers! Jerry <a href="http://www.ghosttownsusa.com"><img src="http://www.ghosttownsusa.com/banner3.jpg"
i am researching my relatives involvment in the mexican-american war. he was with powell's battalion. co.e of the missouri infantry. can you help me obtain nay information on this person and the company and battles they fought(if any). my great,great,great,great frandfather name was william rawles who enlisted in missouri july 20,1847 and discharge on nov 10,1848. his pebsion number was 19774.
I used your web page as a source for my college level Research paper , thanks Great Source
Steve,
I need to send you an e-mail message plus I need your new telephone number. I would appreciate both. Thanks.
Galen
James Marlin was a relative that was in the Mexican War. He is said to have died in Puebla, Mexico. It is also told in our family that his parents were sent a medal for his actions in the war. Do you have any information or know of rosters, ect?
Thanks
Very well done site - read every inch of it.
In addition to the short comment I just made, do you know of any MW units in my part of the world of Nw Nevada, ie, northern California, Bay Area, or Utah? Of interest, as an outdoor recreation planner with the Bureau of Land Management here, I had the priviledge this year of scouting out the California National Historic Trail ('49ers trail) which crosses our district for 120 miles. This was in preparation for the crossing by Gold Rush sesquicentennial wagon trains. The NHT also branches into another 150-mile trail, the Applegate-Lassen NHT, which I've also been able to travel. When the gold rush wagon train came through (only 4 wagons, drat) it was a great thrill to put on my mix-match outfit (some MW clothing and equipage, and civilian), climb aboard and portray a Fort Scott, Kansas, deserter for about 50 nice, very dusty miles. Never had to worry about arrest as no federal troops were ever encountered.
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Nice work....send your Dad a message....:)You may erase this if you like....we really do like your site and the major is cute.
Enjoyed this webb page. Especially the notes reZ: the Compy Laundress. I am working on an manuscript pertaining to Sem. Wars in Fla. I mention that a small numbe of women are at the fort operating the Company Laundress--I shared this w/ a few other researches & they claim to have never heard of a "Company Laundress." Yet, there I found it in the Records at National archives. Also, to compound my findings, I wish your permission to quote in my work some of the notes on the Company Laundress from your Webb Page. Please respond to this per my email.
Also, I am debating whether the 7th Infy ever served on the Caloosahatchee River in Florida between late-1838 and 1841. I have the regimental returns and they are at most, very sketchy.
Capt. B.L.E. Boneville was ordered to the Calosahatchee but I believe the order was rescinded & he was directed to Middle Fla. instead due to a recent outbreak of hostilities there. Yet, a published source states he was on the Caloosahatchee River at that time. I disagree, but was hoping that one of your researchers can compound this with other research data. I have researched most leads--Regimental Returns, Post Returns, ect.,. but have not read the B-1839 thru B-1841 Military Letters available on Microfilm in Record Group 94 at Natl. Archives [These contain the Bonneville correspondences].
Kenneth Hughes
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Good tidings, & etc. Please allow me to compliment you on your excellent web site. I am am American civil war re-enactor with the 7th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Co. "K". I was just browsing other reenacting sites. My great grandfather was a Texas Ranger from Franklin St. in Paris, Tx. His name was William Phillips. His wife was Sarah King. I was told that he was a soldier in the civil war, and his relatives were at the Alamo, but I have never researched. Best personal regards to you.
I am, your obedt. servt., etc., & etc.,
Frank J. Artino, QM sgt., 7th Ohio Vols.,K.
I am very impressed by your web site. I have been a Civil War re-enactor for about 11 years. I also hold a B.S. in History and find the early period of our country the most interesting. Some of the members of my unit, 24th Tenn., have been branching out to other areas. We have seriosly talked about the Mexican War since it has such a close connection. If there is any information that you might could share with us I would be greatly appreciative. Again, your web site is outstanding!
I am glad to see that you are recreating the Mexican War era!
Do you have a specific sutler or vendor you get your uniforms from; specifically your headgear? Does your organization ever do anything around the DFW area? I'm a civil war reenactor with the 9th Texas in DFW and have always been curious if there were many reenactors in Texas that portrayed earlier wars. (ie Texas Rev. or Mexican War) You have a very interesting website and I enjoyed looking at your phot gallery.
Thank you!
James Coker
My Gggrandfather is a Mexican War Vetran.He has a headstone that reads"Anderson Gullion Co.A 3rd US Dragoons Mexican War".I am searching for info on the 3rd US Dragoons ----when & where formed ans a muster roll.Anyone who can please assist. Thank you, Marlon Gullion
My Gggrandfather is a Mexican War Vetran.He has a headstone that reads"Anderson Gullion Co.A 3rd US Dragoons Mexican War".I am searching for info on the 3rd US Dragoons ----when & where formed and a muster roll.Anyone who can please assist. Thank you, Marlon Gullion
I am extremely impressed with the Web site. I commanded 2-7 Infantry during Desert Shield and Desert Storm and would like to reestablish my membership in the association. Also if possible, please assist me in locating Harry Cooke. Harry is a past Association President and at one time lived in Lancaster, PA. I am currently the Deputy Commandant at the U.S. Army War College.
Thanks.
I was interested in this site to find out about my great, great, great grandfather who fought in the war of 1812 in Louisiana. I have a xerox paper showing his service as James Dyer. I believe there were two soldiers of the same name. He was born in 1795 or 1801. I did find his gravesite in the HEATH cemetery in HURON. A small community in TEXAS southwest of Fort Worth, Texas. This site at least gives me a feel for the era in which he lived and fought. Any information you can provide would be helpful.
It is great to see the 7th is going strong its been 5 years for me since being on the field,i do miss it everyone except that bloody irishman o'doole being tied to him at ft.washita was cruel to say, but all in all the 7th and the 1st will be special to me thanks for the comeraderie hans
This is a very nice and informative site. Being Canadians we don't know much about your history..this site made it very easy to understand and to see why Cynda is the way she is....LOL
The Gang At A8
Have A Great Wedding Day....we wish you all the best
i realy don't care about any wars but i'm doing it for a dumb project!!!!
I AM A MEMBER OF THE NORFOLK MILITIA (HERITAGE REGIMENT) HEADQUARTERED IN PORT DOVER ONTARIO. WE ARE AN 1812 REENACTMENT ASSOCIATION DEDICATED TO PRESERVING OUR NATIONS HISTORY. YOUR SITE IS VERY NICE. YOU HAVE INCLUDED LOTS OF INFORMATION ON YOUR UNIT AND IT IS QUITE INTERESTING. AS A MEMBER OF A CANADIAN MILITIA UNIT PERHAPS WE MIGHT MEET AT SOME FUTURE EVENT.
I am seeking information on an artifact from the USMexican War. It is a pin or medal with a name inscribed on the back. I am seeking information on its meaning and how it was awarded. Thanks for any help. Martha Heard
This is only second time that I have come to this site.(my old computer would not let me come,ha ha) I fine this just great. All the info.,the gallery is just wonderful. Hope to see Steve& Cynda soon. How is married life? Your Sister Kim
Thank You All; If History had been taught like this I'm sure I would have passed. You make me want to learn. School was such a bore! Keep up the good work, the children will know a lot more about our past than we do. It would be GREAT if someone in our government (NOT CLINTON1) WOULD DO LIKE THE Pope did and appologize for some our agressions. Thank You
Thank You All; If History had been taught like this I'm sure I would have passed. You make me want to learn. School was such a bore! Keep up the good work, the children will know a lot more about our past than we do. It would be GREAT if someone in our government (NOT CLINTON1) WOULD DO LIKE THE Pope did and appologize for some our agressions. Thank You
Steve; Hey, Big Buddy! How's it going? What the blue devil are you doing in Lynchburg? Ft. Worth couldn't hold you anymore? Going to have to send me your new address. Great website, my friend. Wish I could be with the group. John
Steve; Hey, Big Buddy! How's it going? What the blue devil are you doing in Lynchburg? Ft. Worth couldn't hold you anymore? Going to have to send me your new address. Great website, my friend. Wish I could be with the group. John
Goliad!!!(March 24-26, 2000) It was a very special event. What an honor to have been asked to participate. Thanks, guys. It was well worth the 1000 mile round trip. Thanks again. HBC
Goliad!!!(March 24-26, 2000) It was a very special event. What an honor to have been asked to participate. Thanks, guys. It was well worth the 1000 mile round trip. Thanks again. HBC
I have been in Living History as a laundress, in the Mexican War era and also the civil War and Indian Wars era, since my husband has been reenacting for over 30 yrs.now, when I met him I had to keep up with him. So I have been participating in Living History Programs for close to 20 years. Your Laundress page is very impressive. Thanks I'm glad Tom found you.
I have been in Living History as a laundress, in the Mexican War era and also the civil War and Indian Wars era, since my husband has been reenacting for over 30 yrs.now, when I met him I had to keep up with him. So I have been participating in Living History Programs for close to 20 years. Your Laundress page is very impressive. Thanks I'm glad Tom found you.
I have been in Living History as a laundress, in the Mexican War era and also the civil War and Indian Wars era, since my husband has been reenacting for over 30 yrs.now, when I met him I had to keep up with him. So I have been participating in Living History Programs for close to 20 years. Your Laundress page is very impressive. Thanks I'm glad Tom found you.He has been with the Dragoons out of San Diego for over 12 years
hello to the" Cottonbalers, By God" love this page, I just wish you could put new photogras in, maybe one of Steve& Cynda. will look for new ones soon.
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What a find! I commanded A/3-7th Infantry (Cottonbalers) during the Vietnam War (6/69 - 1/70). I'm now in touch with over 170 soldiers who served under my command. I'll put this site our to our electronic mailing list. Please send me information about how to join the association. "Always Alpha" Roland (Alpha 6)
served as an fo in alpha 3/7 in rvn. it was interesting to learn the history of the cottonbaler. nice website.
Thank you for mentioning an old WWII combat vet in the new 7th Infantry Tributes Section of your Website. At our advanced age, recognition of that type is seldom publicly seen and we have little else to live for.Thank you Cynda and Steve.
Russ Cloer, WWII Lt/Capt, 7th Inf, 3rd Div, Italy, France and Germany.
Thank you for mentioning an old WWII combat vet in the new 7th Infantry Tributes Section of your Website. At our advanced age, recognition of that type is seldom publicly seen and we have little else to live for.Thank you Cynda and Steve.
Russ Cloer, WWII Lt/Capt, 7th Inf, 3rd Div, Italy, France and Germany.
Please visit my site if you're interested in having your portrait done. All periods of livingh history are available. Please visit my site and tell me what you think of my site and services. Thank you, Mike Sly
Please visit my site if you're interested in having your portrait done. All periods of living history are available. Please visit my site and tell me what you think of my site and services. Thank you, Mike Sly
As a former Cottonbaler ( Korean War ), I enjoyed your article very much.
I served for five years as the President of the 7th Infantry Regiment Association and have made hundreds of friends from my five years in office.
Keep up the good work.
Yours in the 7th,
Harry E. Cooke 906 Sandalwood Path Lancaster, PA 17601-1951
You have a wonderful Cottonbalers web page. Congratulations from your support unit: the 10th F.A. John Markon, Sec. Editor 10th F.A. Assn.
You have a wonderful Cottonbalers web page. Congratulations from your support unit: the 10th F.A. John Markon, Sec. Editor 10th F.A. Assn.
Hi Steve, We had the pleasure of meeting you in New Orleans. Beenie and I certainly enjoyed having you and your bride at our table for the banquet. We hope she is feeling better. Keep up the good work. Happy Easter. Earl and Beenie
