hawkins2ndcav
History Student
On the border somewhere near Columbus, New Mexico
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Post by hawkins2ndcav on Jul 16, 2008 17:41:08 GMT -5
Hi All-
Kind of stumbled onto this site in the course of trying to locate the Philippine Scouts group that camped next to us at Ft. MacArthur last weekend. I've reenacted a variety of periods to include Civil War, Indian Wars, Span Am, and WWI. Currently one major focus is in the Regular US Cavalry for the period from 1904-1918 and in particular the campaigns in the Philippines and Mexico.
My impression is that of Co. H, 2nd US Cavalry which saw service from 1909-1912 at Camp Overton, Mindanano and Keiffy Barracks, Jolo. Co. H, 2nd US was one of the few organized US Cavalry regiments that served in France during WWI.
Eventually I'm looking to branch out into the late 1930s/early 1940s with an 11th Cavalry impression although I'd eventually like to do some impression dealing with the 26th Cavalry.
I have a horse and have been riding for some time (learned in the US Army) and eventually I'll be taking him to events (Marching Through History in October is a possiblity).
Anyway looking forward to exchanging information et al. Take care!
Adam
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Post by VeeVee on Jul 16, 2008 19:59:49 GMT -5
Welcome to the forum Adam. Aren't you 26thCav in the WW2 forum? Great impressions -victor
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hawkins2ndcav
History Student
On the border somewhere near Columbus, New Mexico
Posts: 70
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Post by hawkins2ndcav on Jul 16, 2008 20:19:32 GMT -5
Thanks! Yep, I'm 26th Cav on the WWII forum! I don't really do a lot of WWII- the events don't really interest me, except maybe for a Pacific event at Camp Roberts but I'd want that to be my primary impression. Just can't get with the ETO thing nor do Axis impressions appeal to me. Growing up, I always had this weird pre-occupation with Bataan and Corregador and as a kid, I read up everything I could on the subject (my Dad thought I was a bit crazy! ;D) and it's always been fascinating to me. I'd like to eventually do some sort of 26th Can impression but I'd rather not be an officer (I'm an enlisted guy at heart plus I wouldn't be comfortable doing that). I've heard that there were some white NCO assigned to the 26th but I havn't confirmed that- if I can document it, I might go that route. Otherwise, I'll cheer you on from the sidelines! Incidentally, there are some places in the Hansen Dam Basin where I ride where it looks like a jungle and could probably pass for the Philippines if you don't get a lot of background in the picture. Adam
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Post by VeeVee on Jul 17, 2008 10:20:51 GMT -5
Growing up, I always had this weird pre-occupation with Bataan and Corregador and as a kid, I read up everything I could on the subject (my Dad thought I was a bit crazy! ;D) and it's always been fascinating to me. Adam, you just decribed me with this one as well. Here's a drawing I made when I was a little kid. I was already drawing about the death march with stick figures. Notice the japanese guy hauling down the American flag on the right, and my attempts to draw a decent 1917A1 helmet. (and the japanese helmeted guy). There's also this one surrendered guy with a thought balloon imagining how he wished he could still be fighting instead of surrendering. I can't remember how old I was when I drew this. Maybe six? I haven't come across any references of American NCO's in the 26th though. I could ask around. -victor
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Post by 26th on Jul 17, 2008 11:05:29 GMT -5
Hi Adam: Also, welcome aboard. You could be a young Col Ramsey with the only horse left that was not eaten. I was the guy next to you at the site with the saddle you were drooling over. ha ha! Here is a shot of my last parade with Lupin. You guys looked fantastic with all your different uniforms. It seems that you and Victor are maybe reincarnated soldiers from Bataan. Takecare Rudy/26thCav/Blood of Troopers
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hawkins2ndcav
History Student
On the border somewhere near Columbus, New Mexico
Posts: 70
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Post by hawkins2ndcav on Jul 17, 2008 11:46:58 GMT -5
Hi Rudy!
Not only was I drooling over your saddle but also your 1909 cup! ;D I notice those details!
Well, you know I'm in the process of getting a blank adapter for my M1911 and if I can get my boy trained on dealing with gunfire, we can do a small-scale version of the 26th's last cavalry charge. ;D
Adam
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Post by legionnaire on Jul 17, 2008 14:12:26 GMT -5
Hi Adam,
Welcome to the forum. And Yes we need guys like you to help focus on the peace time or prewar Philippine or Pacific region were the US got into WWII. And considering California's entire coastline is geographically facing the pacific Ocean.
You are welcome to join us a 26th Cavalry as we need riders too. Let us know so we can coordinate at Chino.
BTW let me know if you want to join our PSHS LA chapter. Cheers.
Philip
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Post by 26th on Jul 17, 2008 16:10:03 GMT -5
Adam:
Good luck on training your horse for noise in his ear. Only way we will do a charge down yonder is if I ride double with you after my horse went down charging the tanks.
Lupin would be in a 2 day stupor from riding in a trailer for 400 miles.
Well you did not notice that the cup was a R.I.A. "1908" close. Many a San Miguel drunk out of that, including that weekend.
Rudy/26thCav
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hawkins2ndcav
History Student
On the border somewhere near Columbus, New Mexico
Posts: 70
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Post by hawkins2ndcav on Jul 18, 2008 1:12:52 GMT -5
Good luck on training your horse for noise in his ear. Only way we will do a charge down yonder is if I ride double with you after my horse went down charging the tanks.
Excellent! ;D
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