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IN 2008 THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATEST GENERATION SOCIETY IN CONJUCTURE WITH F COMPANY 5th RANGER INFANTRY BATTALION (RS)

CHECK OUT THEIR GREAT WEB SITE: www.5thrib.com

and the local chapter: http://fcompany.tripod.com

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WHERE IS THIS EVENT?

The field is located on Rt. 72 in Rowlesburg,WV next to one of the most beautiful community parks in this area and along the Cheat River. The photo shows a view taken across from the field and looking towards the park with its pavilions, consession stand, restrooms and playground. Notice how gorgious the flowers and plants look. The Greater Downtown Rowlesburg organization maintains these gardens throughout the year.

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WHEN?    WHAT TIME? 

Saturday 28 June, 2008      10 am - 5 pm

 Sunday 29 June, 2008       10 am - 3 pm

   ADMISSION VISITORS

FREE ADMISSION ON THE FIELD

REDUCED ADMISSION AT MUSEUM

  2008 event flyer

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Thank you for participating in this event:

F COMPANY - 5th RIB (RS) \ MHPA

WV NATIONAL GUARD from CAMP DAWSON

This year we expect even more reenactment units who will attend with period equipment, weapons, Jeeps, trucks, Harley Davidson motorcycles,  GP tents, pup tents and many artifacts on display.

If you are/your unit is interested in attending this event as reenactors/living historian/vehicle owner, please contact us for more information. You can also fill out, print and sign the form below and mail it to us. You will receive confirmation of your registration.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS EXTENDED UNTIL JUNE 10

 reenactor registration form

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MILITARIA VENDORS

JASON COBB MILITARY COLLECTIBLES - 304-342-3289

DON'S KNIFE & GUN SHOP -  304-290-7535

If you are interested in selling military items complementary to this event, contact us for more information. You can also fill out, print and sign the form below and mail it to us. You will receive written confirmation of your registration.

 vendor registration form

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HOT DOGS - HAMBURGERS - PEPPERONI ROLLS - COOKIES AND DRINKS AVAILABLE ON THE FIELD

PERIOD MUSIC

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HOTEL ACCOMODATION

THE HELDRETH MOTEL is located approx. 10 miles from Rowlesburg on Route 26 South in Kingwood. For information and reservations contact the motel directly at 304-329-1145.

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SPONSORS

The 5th RIB (RS) Inc. is a nonprofit educational organization designed to educate about the event surrounding W.W.II. By sending us the form below, you can become a sponsor of this event for as little as $10.00 and make a tax deductible donation.

 2008 donation form

Special thanks to our commercial sponsors

PIONEER PRESS OF WV - STONE PAVING INC - DELANO'S - SHAFFER AUTO COLLISION - BOWYERS FURNITURE - SHAFFER'S PRINTING - WESBANCO BANK - CLEAR MOUNTAIN BANK - ROWLESBURG VFW - SCOTT/SHAFFER - BB&T - CLUTTER REALTY - TEAM ONE - RAILY REALTY - HOME MONUMENTAL WORKS - CORNISH MANOR - PROUTFOOT PHARMACY - HEILIGS PLUMBING & ELECTRIC - HI CLASS CUTS - WELLSPRING MEDICIE - SUCCESS FLOOR COVERINGS - BOOK MARKET - MORGAN'S FOODLAND - THE HELDRETH MOTEL - ROWLESBURG REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE - ROWLESBURG SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE - KINGWOOD FLORAL -

and to FRIENDS - VETERANS - SUPPORTERS for their donation.

If your company is interested in sponsoring this event, please contact us for more information or print the donation form

SATURDAY JUNE 28, 2008

MEET OUR W.W.II VETERANS

W.W.II veterans are gathering at the G.P. tent on the field between 1 - 4 pm. This is a great opportunity for you to talk to the brave men and women who lived through it all.

All W.W.II veterans are invited to join this event. Refreshments will be served to the while they talk to visitors or just reminisce with other veterans.

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DEMONSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY

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W.W.II LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND DANCE  Saturday night from 8 pm - midnight 

The famous band Maestro's of Swing from Pittsburgh, PA will perform at the Old Rowlesburg High School. 

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Bobby Menear is a direct descendent of the Big Band legendary pioneer Glenn Miller, and loves the music of his heritage.

TICKETS: $35.00 per person (includes drinks and hors d'oevres)

RESERVATIONS: 304-454-2410 - LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

  2008 ticket purchase

SUNDAY JUNE 29, 2008

HOME MADE BREAKFAST AT V.F.W. POST 3008

8 am - 1 pm                   $TBA

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DEMONSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING

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WREATH LAYING CEREMONY

1pm - 1:30 pm at the Honor Roll Monument

Dedication by Rev. Roy Mick

21 Gun Salute by VFW

"Amazing Grace" performed by The Lady Piper

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MISCELLANEOUS INFO

Hamburgers - hot dogs - pepperoni rolls - cookies and drinks available on the field (fundraiser for the repair of the church and Relay for Life)

Community park with pavilions and playground.  Concession stand in park open from 10 am-6 pm

STAGEDOOR CANTEEN at the WWII museum will be open for hot and cold drinks, waffles and icecream. Due to the event, all will be served on disposable cups and plates.

Look at the area accomodation page (from our HOME PAGE) for lodging info at The Heldreth Motel in Kingwood or click here: www.thegreatestgenerationsociety.com\AreaAccomodations

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Check the links page on this site for more info about other interesting sites in Rowlesburg.

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