THIS IS A PAST EVENT
1st and 2nd May 2011
Savour the sights, sounds and smells of a Napoleonic camp, and experience the thrill of battle with the 45eme Infanterie Regiment de Ligne at Newstead Abbey.
* Find out what life was like for soldiers during
the Napoleonic Wars:
* Wander through our living history camp and
watch drill demonstrations
* Take a look at the uniforms and weaponry and
talk to French soldiers
* Listen to short talks about the weapons and troop
types involved in the wars
* Enjoy a display of period cooking and have your
photograph taken in the kit of the period
* Younger audience members can take part in a short
drill display using the 'ecole du soldat' and listen to
period story telling
Each afternoon will culminate with a battlefield skirmish against the allied troops!
French troops will then return to camp to clean uniforms, weapons, sing period songs and prepare evening meals.
For more information call 01623 455 900.
Time: 11am - 4pm
Cost: normal admission charges apply
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