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3RD Florida/ 35TH Massachusetts

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CIVIL WAR

REENACTOR’S

ENLISTMENT PACKET

“Duty is the sublimest word in our language. Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more, you should never do less.”

General Robert E. Lee

(REV. E) 12/2007

ENLISTMENT RECORD

3RD Florida/ 35TH Massachusetts

Heritage Inc.

NAME: ___________________________________DATE OF (RE) ENLISTMENT___________

ADDRESS: _____________________________________________

City: ____________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code:___________

E-MAIL ADDRESS _______________________________________

DATE OF BIRTH: ____/____/____ PHONE: ( ) ____________________

OCCUPATION: ___________________________

CURRENT REENACTING IMPRESSIONS (IF ANY):_______________________________

I understand that I have joined a group of like-minded individuals who reenact the

American Civil War and other periods of U.S. history to honor the memory of those who served,

Lest We Forget. Our purpose is to educate the public about our past and to enjoy ourselves.

I understand that this is a HOBBY we do in our spare time for fun and not as a political forum, a paramilitary organization or an ego trip for “would be Napoleons”!

I have read/will read and understand all Company General Orders that governs the actions of the company members.

I understand that safety comes first in all activities! Black powder is a hazardous substance and if care is not taken injuries may occur. In our unit, we look out for each other and take care of each other. I also understand that since accidents can happen and I have adequate medical and liability insurance to take care of myself.

I understand that we portray Civil War Confederate and Federal infantry companies,

and I will learn to fulfill that role and obtain the proper uniforms and equipment to do so within one year.

ENLISTEE SIGNATURE____________________________________DATE: ___________________

RECRUITING OFFICER____________________________________DATE: ___________________

REENACTORS WAIVER AND RELEASE AND

INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

For consideration of permitting (Enlistee name)

_____________________________________________

to enroll in and participate in reenacting activities, the undersigned hereby voluntarily releases, discharges, waives and relinquishes any and all actions or causes of action for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death occurring to him or her, which injury, property damage or wrongful death arises as a result of engaging in, or receiving instructions in said reenacting activity and any activities incidental to such activities or instructions, wherever, whenever, or however such may occur. The undersigned does for him/herself, his/her heirs, executors, administrators and assigns hereby release, waive, discharge and relinquish any action or causes of action, which may hereafter arise for him/her and for his/her estate, and agree that under no circumstances will he/she or his/her heirs, executors, administrators and assigns prosecute or present any claim for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death against THIRD FLORIDA, COMPANY ‘A’, “JACKSONVILLE LIGHT INFANTRY”/THIRTY-FIFTH MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER INFANTRY or against any of its agents, servants or employees for any of said causes of action, whether the same shall arise by the negligence of any of said persons or organizations, or otherwise. IT IS THE INTENTION OF;

(Enlistee name) ____________________________________________, BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE THE ORGANIZATION(S), OFFICIER(s) AND INSTRUCTOR(s) NAMED HEREIN AND THEIR AGENTS, SERVANTS AND EMPLOYEES, FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, THE REENACTOR ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE/SHE ASSUMES THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH UPON HIM/HERSELF.

The undersigned, for him/herself, his/her heirs, executors, administrators or assigns agrees that in the event any claim for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death shall be prosecuted against the organization of officer(s), he/she shall indemnify and hold them harmless from any and all claims or causes of action by whomever or wherever made or presented for personal injuries, property damage of wrongful death.

The undersigned acknowledges that he/she read the foregoing paragraphs and full understands the legal rights that he/she is giving up by signing this document. He/she further warrants that he/she has been fully and completely advised of the potential hazards and dangers incidental to engaging in the activity and instruction of REENACTING.

ENLISTEE SIGNATURE_____________________________________________DATE______________________

WITNESS SIGNATURE_____________________________________________DATE______________________

THE COST TO BECOME A REENACTOR

3rd Florida, Company A/35th Massachusetts Infantry requests that all members have similar uniforms at events in which we participate. The following list represents a sample of items that are required (R) in becoming a reenactor in the company. It also indicates optional items (O) that you may wish to purchase at a later date to enhance your impression.

The prices listed beside each item are an estimated cost; however, it gives you a close idea as to what those items will cost on an average. The actual price will, of course fluctuate depending on when and from whom you buy. We strongly suggest that you shop around with a member of this company’s staff prior to your purchases!

Basic Requirements:

Pants - wool, sky blue (R), wool. Note: jean cloth or other period colors may be purchased as a secondary item (O). $70-100

Coat - Confederate: (R)

grey sack coat or Columbus Depot

shell jacket (French blue collar and cuff trim optional, but

preferred).

Butternut uniforms may be purchased as a

secondary item. (O) $75-175

Coat - Federal (R)

4 button sack coat, dark blue $70-85

Headwear – kepi, forage cap, or bummer, dark blue (R) $30-125

or grey (O), slouch hats - grey, dark brown or black (O) $40-125

Suspenders (white or period pattern only) (R) $15-20

Shirt (period color, pattern, and style) (R) $28-40

Socks - wool, grey (R) $8-10

Shoes - black, Brogans (R) $90-120

Heel Plates (O) $5-10

Poncho (R) $35-45

Gloves, white cotton (R) $5-10

Accoutrements:

Waist belt (R) w/keeper or Georgia frame $20-35

Buckle CS or US (O) $10-20

Cartridge box with tin (R) $50-80

Sling for cartridge box (O) $20-30

Cap box with wool, black, M1855 or later (R) $20-25

Haversack, tarred (R) $40-50

Canteen (R) $40-60

Ground cloth, tarred (O) $25-40

Weapons:

Rifle musket (R) Enfield, 3 band .577 cal, or Springfield

.58 cal, CS Richmond .577 cal, or Harper’s Ferry .69 cal. $435-480

Bayonet with scabbard (R) $45-95

Tent: Enlisted man’s;

‘A’ frame no larger than 7’ x 7’ x 9’ with poles, stakes (O) $150-175

Note: To initially outfit an individual for infantry reenacting it should cost approximately $1200- $2000. Compared too many other interests or hobbies it is fairly inexpensive.

Some of these items may be purchased used to save you some money, sometimes as much as 40%!

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

MEMBERSHIP DUES;

SINGLE ENLISTEE MEMBERSHIP: $10.00/YEAR

INSURANCE COVERAGE $10.00/YEAR

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP: $20.00/YEAR

INSURANCE COVERAGE OF $10.00 PER PERSON /YEAR

THESE DUE’S ARE AN ANNUAL FEE. NEW ENLISTEE’S ARE PRORATED AT A MONTHLY RATE OF $1 FOR SINGLE ENLISTMENT AND $2 FOR FAMILY. DUES ARE EXPECTED TO BE RENEWED BY THE MEMBER NO LATER THAN THE “BATTLE OF BROOKSVILLE” IN JANUARY AND WILL BE CONSIDERED LATE BY THE “BATTLE OF OLUSTEE” IN FEBRUARY OF EACH YEAR.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUE AMOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO INCREASE.

PLEASE REMIT YOUR MEMBERSHIP DUES and make your check out to:

3rd Florida /35 Massachusetts Heritage Corporation __

Fill in the memo record at the lower part of the check, “3rd Fla. Dues”.

FAILURE TO RENEW BY THE END OF JUNE OF EACH YEAR WILL RESULT IN YOUR DETACHMENT FROM THE COMPANY.

Your annual dues pay for your company newsletter, notification of upcoming events by the newsletter, E-mail, and by telephone, and they cover other operating costs.

Please return the signed waiver, along with the completed application for membership and your check to:

Dennis Short

2955 Gobbler Rd

Middleburg, Fl. 32086

(904)291-3014

dennisshort@

INSURANCE COVERAGE ACCEPTANCE

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