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Who are we?

In 2020 we decided to form our reenacting group after a weekend trip to Gettysburg,
Pennsylvania. When trying to decide what unit we wanted to represent, we knew
that we wanted it to be a Pennsylvania regiment. No matter what regiments we looked at, we were always drawn back to the 11 th Pennsylvania. They fought in every major battle with the Army of the Potomac and were nicknamed the “Bloody Eleventh” for their bravery in battle. We strive to honor the brave men who served in this regiment by depicting them as accurately as possible. We also aim to show the civilian point of view during the war.  At our events, we portray an average Union infantry regiment on campaign between the Fall of 1862 and Summer of 1863. In our camp we demonstrate what life was like for the soldiers and what equipment/clothing they used throughout the war. The civilians of our unit demonstrate what life would have been like for the everyday person during the war. We hope that you can come out and join us!

Meet The Executive Board

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Matthew Ryan

First Sergeant & President

Hey, I'm Matt! I am the commanding officer of the regiment. I do this because of my passion for military history and to honor those who fought so bravely in the American Civil War. I hope to see you out on the field.

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James Cornelius

Vice President

Hey, I'm James! I am a private in the unit and serve as the vice president. I reenact to recreate events and keep the memory of the Civil War alive. I hope you choose to live out history with us!

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Sammi Verespy

Secretary and Marketing

Hey, I'm Sammi! I started reenacting for the love of history and the memory of the Civil War. As Secretary, I will keep track of meeting minutes and send out emails. I also run the website and social media, so I look forward to hearing from you!

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Susan Ryan

Treasurer

Hey, I'm Susan! I started reenacting because of my passion for the Antebellum period. I have previously portrayed a laundress, but I currently make and sell church dolls. I hope to see you at our living histories!

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Nick Mauro

Company Clerk

Hey, I'm Nick. I started reenacting twenty years ago because I fell in love with the history of Gettysburg. I have a passion for the tactics and strategy of the times as well as the many characters that shaped the course of the War. I hope to see you join our ranks!

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Blue

Mascott

Hey, I'm Blue! I joined the Eleventh as their Sallie stand in. I enjoy biting rebels, getting snacks, and all of the attention. Woof!

We are always sharing more about the rest of our crew.  Check out our Facebook to meet more of the unit members! The button below will take you right there. 

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