Reenactor's Notebook:  "Three Days at McDowell" - Part 1
Author:  Justin Myzie, 142d Co.G; SAC Co. Liberty Rifles

Posted: 10 June 2005
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Story Background:  Justin Myzie, along with two other members of Company G, recently attended an event at McDowell, Virginia.  In this three part series, Justin recounts his experiences at the event.

Story:  I entered the town of McDowell, Virginia after dark. First I visited the sutlers; I did not find anything imperative, and they did not have any food. Eventually I tracked someone down who had directions to the Federal camp. Then I was off in the dark. I walked through McDowell and then into the woods. I ran into the commissary before I found camp. They gave me my rations for the night and pointed me in the right direction for camp. It was nearly 10 when I found camp. The company had been split in two, and they directed me to the new company. I found a tent with some room and settled in for the night. I slept very little if at all because it was so cold. I had my oil cloth against the ground. I wrapped my wool blanket around me and had my shelter half on top. I had my gum blanket on top of everything. I still froze.
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About the Author: 
Justin has been a member of the 142d since 1995 and has been reenacting for about 13 years.  Justin currently works at Seton Hall University and is pursuing his Master's in Diplomacy and International Relations.

REENACTOR'S NOTEBOOK:

Three Days at McDowell Part 1

Three Days at McDowell Part 2

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