On Behalf Of the Organizing Committee Of The Battle of Culloden Living History Weekend 2008…..
GREETINGS

You and your unit are cordially invited to once again participate in this unique event to be held at Westfield Heritage Village in Rockton Ontario the weekend of May 16-18. The Culloden battle reenactment and Living History encampment will be of relevance to those interested in Scottish and British military history of the 18th century, highland culture, and the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion in particular. Mark your calendars and plan on attending this unique event!

The '45, as it is called, represents a colorful period in 18th century history and a dynamic time period in the reenactment community. The '45 allows for nobility, upper and lower class impressions, a wide variety of military and civilian opportunities, historic scenarios, large scale battles and intense small-party tacticals, all based on the events as they happened. It is a time period that has refreshed the interest of many seasoned re-enactors through the depth of character portrayal available and yet is accessible to someone new to the hobby. Events have been held throughout the United States and Canada focusing on various elements of the 1745 campaign and also 18th century life in Scotland and England.

The Battle of Culloden Living History Weekend 2008 will actually entail two exciting battle scenarios, and numerous other activities and tacticals. Friday evening will feature the torch-lit Clan Gathering and a recreation of the raising of Bonnie Prince Charlie's standard at Glenfinnan. Saturday's program will be closed to the public but will involve not only the Jacobite victory of Prestonpans but also numerous other activities designed to recreate life in this turbulent time period for military and civilian interpreters alike. As in the past, a ceilidh - a Gaelic term referring to a festive gathering - will take place with all event participants invited. This lively evening includes top-rate period music and a tavern. Finally, Sunday will showcase for the public the climactic battle of Culloden Moor; of course an overwhelming British victory and the ultimate defeat for the rebel Jacobites.