What does a typical First New Hampshire event consist of?
Most First New Hampshire events involve a weekend at various locations in New England and along the East Coast. During Friday night and early Saturday, the 18th century camp is set up, complete with soldier’s tents, officer’s marquees, cooking areas and craft displays. After officer’s and non-commissioned officer’s calls (the entire day is run by original drum signals), the unit is assembled, inspected and drilled in movements and firings. In the afternoon, a safe tactical demonstration is staged with other American, and French troops facing the Crown Forces of British, Tories and Germans. The day ends with a formal Retreat Ceremony with honors to the flags, accompanied by the Field Music made up of the different units assembled. Sunday can begin with Church services, conducted by a Chaplain in proper vestments for the 18th century. The remainder of the day follows somewhat similar to that of Saturday. Camp is struck late on Sunday.
