 Have
you ever thought about what it would be like to put on the uniform of
the Union Army and march into battle? Are you interested in becoming a
re-enactor? The 87th PVI is recruiting new members.
The 87th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Company C is a member
of 2nd Battalion, Vincent's Brigade. We are based in York County, PA,
but draw members from all over south central Pennsylvania and northern
Maryland.
Recruits must be at least 16 years of age to carry a firearm or 12 years
of age to be a musician or guidon bearer. (No age requirement for civilians.)
Each recruit is required to learn and comply with standard 1860 US Army
Regulations and Manual of Arms. Additionally, each recruit must provide
the basic uniform and equipment (listed below) which will enable him/her
to function as a soldier in the 1860's era Federal Army.
We are the 87th PVI Company C
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CAPTAIN
James Van Laeys
1ST SERGEANT
Craig Hershock
SERGEANT
Craig Mason
CORPORAL
Allen Brenner
Scooter Smith
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PRIVATE
Denny Adams
Bob Amend
Richard Anderson
Alvin Ashe
Mike Brenizer
Chris Brenner
Dave Clancy
Mark Ehrsam
Jeff Fulton
Keith Gillespie
Phil Hamme
Mark Hinson
Don Howard
George Hay Kain
Richard Kauffman
Russ Lloyd
Chris Mason
Gordon McKeever
Tim Pritchard
Charlie Schlein
Jim Schuler
Bob Stahle
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STEWARD
Bonner Smith
MUSICIANS
Nick Adams
Nich Ashe
David Gillespie
Matt Smith
COMPANY HISTORIAN
Dennis Brandt
CIVILIANS
Amanda Adams
Diane Adams
Donna Ashe
Jenn Brenner
Sherry Dziekowicz
Ashley Howard
Cheryl McKeever
Sara Mason
Stacey Mason
Lisa Shroyer
Sue Stahle
Lorraine Updegraff
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If you would like to join the 87th PVI or would
like more information contact us at 87thpvi@mindspring.com
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BASIC UNIFORM:
• Federal kepi or forage cap
• Sack coat - dark blue, 4 button
• Trousers - sky blue with braces (suspenders)
• Jefferson boots/ brogans. Wool sox
• Shirt - 4 button military style
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BASIC EQUIPMENT:
• Musket (with sling, recommended)
Springfield Rifled
Musket, Model 1861, .58 cal.
Enfield Rifled
Musket, Model 1853, .58 cal. (originally .577 cal.)
• Bayonet with scabbard (must be matched and fitted
to rifled musket)
• US black leather cartridge box with oval US brass
plate; sling with brass Eagle breastplate
• Percussion cap box - black leather
• Waist belt with oval US brass buckle and keeper
• Canteen - blue wool cover with white webbing strap
• Haversack - black tarred canvas
** It is strongly recommended that new recruits do not purchase a
uniform or equipment without first consulting an experienced
member of the 87th PVI.
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