Battle of Baton Rouge

[boreguard]

A main stream unit from that hails from the South Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi area (7th La.) is hosting the first "Battle of Baton Rouge" at the Rural Life museum and property in Baton Rouge, a top notch antebellum site.

My unit, the 16th Louisiana Infantry will attend as Federal and would like to solicit fellow authentics from the region to join us. While the event is mainstream, the SITE IS NOT ! Not to mention we make it better by attending and focusing on doing our best.

We did something very similar for the most recent Port Hudson, La. event and enjoyed a strong 30 plus man company, complete with great attitudes and good impressions.

The date's are September 29-30, 2007.

Any inquiries pertaining to the formation of this company, and desire to join us may be sent to me at boreguard@earthlink.net
Respectfully,
Dennis Neal

[csabugler]

Good luck, Dennis, You might have some problems with those dates. There's a living history at Chickamauga the weekend befor, and the NSA national event at Mills Springs that same weekend.

[boreguard]

Thanks for the vote of confidence, yeah I know about the dates conflict with other events, but the 16th La is just participating not anything else.
Thanks again,

[Miss Elodie]

Good morning,

Would you be willing to post a link when and if it becomes available? I have wanted to visit the Rural Life museum for some time and believe this would be a unique opportunity even if the event is mainstream.

Thanks!

[Edwin Carl Erwin]

Here's a link to the LSU Rural Life Museum:
http://rurallife.lsu.edu/.

[boreguard]

Thank you Mr. Erwin for posting the link.
I might also add a point which should've preceed my comment about the site NOT BEING MAINSTREAM and that is that it's very authentic in the way of an antebellum village during the period, complete with gravel streets, general store, doctors office, church, blacksmiths shop, large home, slave quarters, and more. Perfect site for holding something like the Battle of Baton Rouge.

Dennis Neal

[Edwin Carl Erwin]

I recommend this recently published book on the battle:
The Battle of Baton Rouge
Thomas H. Richey
2005
ISBN: 1-58939-770-3
VirtualBookworm.com Publishing

A good read with period maps & photos. Troop movements in the battle are indicated on current street maps of Baton Rouge, enabling you to travel today's city tracing the progression of the fight.

Regards,

[boreguard]

Originally I posted that the 16th La Inf was putting together a Federal Company, that's changed...
We are attending Confederate, and are still soliciting to those of you in the area and unable to attend the Chickamauga event.

The last weekend in September, in Baton Rouge, La. at the Rural Life Museum.

Please direct any inquiries about the formation of this company to boreguard@earthlink.net

Thanks

[coastaltrash]

Chickamauga is the weekend before the Battle of Baton Rouge, so you have my support as always.

[boreguard]

Thanks Pat. Yea for clarification I meant to imply that if one couldn't make the Chickamagua event the weekend before, then maybe consider this as an opportunity to get in the field.
To all, not trying to compete with better events here, just letting fellow authentics know that a small gathering is taking place at this event.

[MuddyWaterMess]

Was curious who i need to contact about attending this event. I was just curious becasue i like the smaller ones. I will contact whomever. Thanks

BEN JENKINS

[coastaltrash]

Ben,
If you want to take part in the Confederate campaign company I suggest contacting Dennis Neal (posted above) as he is heading up this effort.

[MuddyWaterMess]

Thanks a ton man. Hope to see you there.

BEN

[MuddyWaterMess]

Yes Thanks for the link. I looked into the place and looks like its gonna be a blast. Cant wait. I belive i will be working things out where i am to attend with the 16th LA cannot wait thanks guys.

Ben Jenkins

[boreguard]

So far we've got 30 rifles from units and messes of the Independant Rifles, Alamo Rifles, and the 16th Louisiana Infantry making up this company of authentics and progressives. Don't want to keep anybody from attending something better, however if schedule and locale only permits you to do something in South Louisiana on the weekend of the 28th thru 30th of September look us up.
Regards,

[boreguard]

So far we've got 30 rifles from units and messes of the Independant Rifles, Alamo Rifles, and the 16th Louisiana Infantry making up this company of authentics and progressives. Don't want to keep anybody from attending something better, however if schedule and locale only permits you to do something in South Louisiana on the weekend of the 28th thru 30th of September look us up.
Regards,

[Roger Hansen]

I have always wondered why Baton Rouge had not had its own reenactment considering the significance of the battle and the number of reenactors in south La. Would like to attend and the museum appears to be good locale. Unfortunately headed for Mill Springs. Will you hold in 2008 ?
Roger Hansen

[boreguard]

Roger, we're (the 16th La.) aren't the host for this event, however I do think this event will come again. One reason that B.R. hasn't happend before now is that Port Hudson kinda takes the place each March.

Where in Mississippi are you located ? I live in Brookhaven, MS. but am writing you from Gettysburg, Pa right now :)

Understand going to Mill Springs, this effort to pull an authentic company together for B.R. wasn't meant to try and compete, just take advantage of an opportunity.

Regards
Dennis Neal

[boreguard]

Just a post to be sure that those of you who've been following this event and my posting understand that the Consolidated Authentic company will be Confederate and NOT Federal as the first post suggest.
Email any questions to boreguard@earthlink.net
Thank you
Dennis Neal

[myster]

Hey mate, if school doesn't get too bad by then, I may be able to make it down from Arkansas. Possibly with more cannon fodder as well. Looks like a very cool place. Take it easy.
Sean Harla

[boreguard]

That's great, keep me posted of your plans as they develop. Also a little on your affiliation and impression please.
Regards
Dennis Neal

[coastaltrash]

Dennis,
Sean is a member of the Texas Ground Hornets, very good group of individuals.

[boreguard]

Thanks Patrick, your endorsement is sufficent. I look forward to meeting you Sean.

[3rd arkansawyer]

Pelican Civil War Lodge #1861 F&AM will be holding a called meeting at the Battle of Baton Rouge. I was in contact with LSU Rural Center yesterday and they assured me that we would have a place to hold lodge. They just wasn`t sure as of yesterday exactly where. I will check back the week before to see if a place has been chosen for us to meet. Worse case senario it will be announced at officers call on Saturday morning. Time will be announced then as well. Make sure you bring your current dues card. As a general rule the Master will open in the Master Mason Degree then bring it down to Entered Apprentice so that all may set in as well. If you have any questions feel free to email me direct at: wyoung003@centurytel.net.


Fraternaly Yours,

Larry Young
11th TVI Spaights` Battalion
19th Louisiana

DeQuincy Lodge #279
Merryville #329
Pelican Civil War Lodge #1861

[boreguard]

Brother,
I'm looking forward to more information. While we, the consolidated company of authentics and progressives, have a pretty full schedule those of us who are masons will endeavor to participate.

Regards,
Dennis Neal

[3rd arkansawyer]

Thanks Brother,
We will look forward to holding Lodge with you. The Master has not made to call yet, but its possible that we may hold Lodge at 6 so that those who would like to go to the dance may be able to do so. as soon as I find out I will notify everyone.

Fraternally,

Larry Young

[boreguard]

Four weeks to go. Looking forward to seeing everyone, and for those who are masons, read the post just prior to this one.
Regards,

[Bushrod Carter]

Brother Neal,

I HAVE NOT Forgotten about you! I HAVE, however, during the move LOST my phone! No kidding.

I've been hopeing to see you while you are in town. I'll try and call the hotel.

[boreguard]

Just another bump in an effort not to miss a brother authentic who may be in the region and able to attend this event. The stars are lining up to make this a good experience.
Any questions, email me at boreguard@earthlink.net
Cheers,
Dennis Neal

[boreguard]

Date: September 28 thru 30
Place: LSU Rural Life Center in Baton Rouge, La. GREAAAAT SITE !
Impression: Confederate, mix of early war Tn., La., & Ky. uniforms
Players: Consolidation of authentics and progressives from Texas, Louisiana, & Mississippi ( Alamo Rifles, 16th La. Inf., 32nd Ms. Inf, and others)
Goal: To take advantage of our ties and come together as one large functioning authentic company who can make the best of a mainstream event.
Number:Committments stand at over 30 rifles with a compliment of officers and NCO's

It's not to late to inquire.

[MILITIA1STSERGEANT]

Dennis,
Who will be the overall Confederate commander?

Cecil Hebert

[boreguard]

In my last email with Keith Bauer of the 7th La., who are the host unit BTW, he mentioned Charles Tucker.

Dennis Neal

[LejeuneMarine]

Dennis,
I wish that I could be there... it sounds like a great event. At least I will see you at Outpost.
Regards,
Mike

[Dale Beasley]

Dennis,

Sorry, was captured by the Federal Army near Hammond, LA. Treating the wounded, and hope to be exchanged soon. And like Mike, will be at OUTPOST, even if I have to carry Andrew Pequet.

[3rd arkansawyer]

Brethren,

Please remember Pelican Lodge will be holding Lodge Saturday evening. Lodge will be held in the garden per David Floyd. Make sure you bring you a chair. I`m not sure how many the museum will supply us with. One thing for sure though is we`re gonna have a good time.

Fraternally,

Larry Young

DeQuincy #279 F&AM
Merryville #329 F&AM
Pelican Civil War Lodge #1861 F&AM