Battle of Olustee Reenactment. Taken at the Battle of Olusโฆ Flickr
The Battle of Olustee is the largest, annual Civil War event in the southeastern United States. Over 1,700 Civil War reenactors (men, women and children) come to the Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park every year from all over the United States. Some reenactors even journey from Europe for the event.
2018 Olustee Battle Reenactment Battle of Ocean Pond Reenactment
Celebrate the 159th anniversary of the Battle of Olustee, Florida's largest Civil War reenactment! This event takes you back in time to witness the battle th.
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CycleHere Media. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park commemorates the site of Florida's largest Civil War battle, which took place Feb. 20, 1864. More than 10,000 cavalry, infantry, and artillery troops fought a five-hour battle in a pine forest near the small town of Olustee. The battle ended with 2,807 casualties and the retreat of Union.
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The Battle of Olustee or Battle of Ocean Pond was fought in Baker County, Florida on February 20, 1864, during the American Civil War.It was the largest battle fought in Florida during the war. Union General Truman Seymour had landed troops at Jacksonville, aiming chiefly to disrupt Confederate food supply. Meeting little resistance, he proceeded towards the state capital of Tallahassee.
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The Olustee Battlefield was the location of Florida's largest Civil War battle in 1864. Today, you can enjoy a mile-long interpretive trail describing the events of this battle. The movie Glory was also filmed at this location in 1989. Every February a reenactment is held at the Olustee Battlefield State Park.
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The Florida Civil War reenactment of the Battle of Olustee includes gun smoke, booming cannons and cavalry at Olustee Battlefield State Historic Park. The actual Battle of Olustee was bloody: One in four men was a casualty, with 2,807 killed, wounded or captured. It was a Confederate victory; Union forces retreated to Jacksonville.
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or the annual reenactment should be directed to: [email protected] . A pre-recorded message, listing park hours and events, is available at (386) 758-0400. A toll-free number for information is also available at 1-877-635-3655. History of the Battle of Olustee. Battle of Olustee booklets and DVD.
Olustee Battle Reenactment 2017 February 19 YouTube
The living history weekend features a Civil War-era battle reenactment on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., as well as the reenactment of the Battle of Olustee on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Period music concerts and crafts, lectures, battlefield surgical practices and the lives of both white and black civilians during the war will be portrayed by re-enactors.
Civil War buffs Florida's biggest battle reenacted Feb. 1416, 2020
Welcome to Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park. This park tells the story of Florida's largest Civil War battle, which took place Feb. 20, 1864. More than 10,000 cavalry, infantry and artillery troops fought a five-hour battle in a pine forest near Olustee. Three U.S. Colored Troops took part in the battle, including the now famous 54th.
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12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Period music concert at the Battlefield. 12:45 p.m. All units form up on Battlefield at assigned positions. 1:00 p.m. Safety inspection. Mandatory for all participants. 1:30 p.m. 46th Annual Reenactment and 159th Anniversary of the Battle of Olustee begins - Florida's largest Civil War battle.
Florida Civil War Reenactment at Olustee Feb. 1315, 2021
A Battle of Olustee Ball event takes place the night of the reenactment, where participants dance the night away in period dress. Educational programs and demonstrations designed specifically for school groups are offered on the Friday of the reenactment weekend where kids can see what life was like in 1860s Florida.
Olustee Battlefield Annual Olustee Battle Reenactment
Reenactment and festival, annual February event since 1976. Feb. 15-17, 2002. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park and Lake City, Florida. Admission free for
Battle of Olustee Reenactment Florida State Parks
February 20, 1864. The Battle of Olustee. Ocean Pond. In February 1864, the commander of the Department of the South, Maj. Gen. Quincy A. Gillmore, launched an expedition into Florida to secure Union enclaves, sever Rebel supply routes, and recruit black soldiers. Brig.
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The Battle of Olustee page includes battle maps, history articles, historical facts, photos, web links, and more on this 1864 Civil War battle in Florida.. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park commemorates the largest Civil War battle in Florida. An Interpretive Center with signs and trails is located.
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The Battle of Olustee and the Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park: a Brief History. Men and Arms: Sketches of the Commanders and Units of the Olustee Campaign. The Confederate Roll of Honor: Southern Casualties at the Battle of Olustee. The Union Roll of Honor: Union Casualties at the Battle of Olustee. However, much additional information.
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The living history weekend features a Civil War-era battle reenactment on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., as well as the reenactment of the Battle of Olustee on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Period music concerts and crafts, lectures, battlefield surgical practices and the lives of both white and black civilians during the war will be portrayed by re-enactors.