12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc.

12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. A few good men remembering, teaching and enjoying the history of our country and people. The 12th South Carolina / 4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc.

was formed in 1988. Our goal has been to recreate an authentic Civil War Infantry Company that portrays both Confederates and Federals on the battlefield, while having fun and enjoying the camaraderie we foster. We were one of the original units to accomplish this in the Midwest region. The Company actively participates in battle re-enactments, living history presentations, school presentations, p

arades, and various other preservation efforts. One of our goals is to educate the public and ourselves about the true history of the Civil War, while making it a very enjoyable experience for our members.

After membership voted at the Annual Meeting, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan 2025 schedule is as follows:We can’t ...
01/15/2025

After membership voted at the Annual Meeting, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan 2025 schedule is as follows:

We can’t wait to see everyone in the field!

We hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday season!Just a reminder, our Annual Winter Meeting is this upcoming Saturday,...
01/07/2025

We hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday season!

Just a reminder, our Annual Winter Meeting is this upcoming Saturday, January 11!

Anyone interested in the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan or Living History in the area is welcome and encouraged to attend!

As the Holidays approach, we would like to announce that our annual winter meeting will be taking place at 11 am on Janu...
11/26/2024

As the Holidays approach, we would like to announce that our annual winter meeting will be taking place at 11 am on January 11, 2025 at the Grand Ledge District Library

All are welcome to attend if you are a member or just interested in learning more about the organization.

Ending the Season with an anniversary event, the 12th SC portrayed the small but effective 30th Virginia Sharpshooters a...
10/30/2024

Ending the Season with an anniversary event, the 12th SC portrayed the small but effective 30th Virginia Sharpshooters at the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia.

The battle, a Union victory in which Jubal Early’s small army faced off against Phil Sheridan’s Federals, effectively ended the confederate campaign in the Shenandoah valley and further weakened the war making ability of the Confederacy.

Last weekend, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. and friends from across the country traveled...
05/11/2024

Last weekend, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. and friends from across the country traveled to central Virginia to portray Company H of the 61st Georgia Infantry at the Battle of the Wilderness.

In addition to camping, eating, marching, and fighting near original parts of the Wilderness battlefield, we visited several battlefields in the area, and made a visit to the McGowan’s brigade monument commemorating the 12th South Carolina and the rest of the brigade’s actions at the Bloody Angle of the ”Mule Shoe” at Spotsylvania.

In just over a week, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. will be traveling to central Virginia...
04/22/2024

In just over a week, the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. will be traveling to central Virginia to participate in the commemoration of the 160th anniversary of the Battle of the Wilderness. The Battle of the Wilderness was the first major engagement of the Overland Campaign of 1864, which saw US Grant and Robert E. Lee command armies against each other for the first time.

It was some of the most brutal fighting of the war, lasting six weeks and resulting in several major battles (many of which the 12th South Carolina and 4th Michigan were heavily engaged in) such as Spotsylvania Courthouse, Jericho Mills, Cold Harbor, and ultimately ending in the Siege of Petersburg, which would last until the very end of the war.

Fighting during this time featured longer battles of attrition, extensive use of breast works and trenches, and heavy campaigning.

This past weekend, members, guests, and some new faces came out to the annual Spring Drill at Charlton park in Hastings....
04/08/2024

This past weekend, members, guests, and some new faces came out to the annual Spring Drill at Charlton park in Hastings.

We portrayed a company of the 12th South Carolina Infantry as they prepared for the spring campaign of 1864, including School of the Soldier, company and battalion drill, and skirmish drill in a more rugged setting.

Next up, the 12th SC will be traveling to Orange/Spotsylvania Counties in Virginia to portray men at the Battle of the Wilderness, which took place 160 years ago in May.

Are you a Civil War enthusiast?Have you ever considered reenacting?Is Civil War study and conversation something that ex...
03/26/2024

Are you a Civil War enthusiast?

Have you ever considered reenacting?

Is Civil War study and conversation something that excites you?

Do you enjoy traveling to historic battlefields and related sites?

Our first event of 2024 is fast approaching. If you have ever considered getting involved in living history, there is no better time than now!

Please PM us if this is something that you would like to get involved with!

Up next for the 12th South Carolina is our Spring Drill. This will take place at Charlton Park in Hastings MIon April 5-...
03/09/2024

Up next for the 12th South Carolina is our Spring Drill.

This will take place at Charlton Park in Hastings MI
on April 5-7, 2024

Anyone who is interested in reenacting,
encouraged to attend, regardless of experience level.

We look forward to seeing everyone!

Had a successful day at the 12th South Carolina Command Staff Meeting and New Recruit School, where we prepared for the ...
02/25/2024

Had a successful day at the 12th South Carolina Command Staff Meeting and New Recruit School, where we prepared for the upcoming season, educating members on basic drill, event expectations, and uniforms and equipment. The day was capped off with a 2 mile March at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing Michigan.

Up next is Spring Drill April 5-7 at Charlton Park in Hastings, Michigan

In just a few short weeks is our first scheduled event of the year. Our NCO/New Recruit school is a great way to meet th...
02/05/2024

In just a few short weeks is our first scheduled event of the year. Our NCO/New Recruit school is a great way to meet the members and leadership of the 12th South Carolina/4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Inc. and shake off the rust of the off-season. All are welcome!

February 24th
9:00 am start for 12th SC/4th MI Leadership
11:00 am start for new recruits and experienced reenactors

Moon Cabin at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing, MI

After the annual winter meeting held on January 20, Corporate Officers, Military Command Staff, and the 2024 Schedule ha...
01/22/2024

After the annual winter meeting held on January 20, Corporate Officers, Military Command Staff, and the 2024 Schedule have been decided

Corporate Officers:
President: Dawn Potter-Williams
Vice President: Neil Farver
Treasurer: Vicky Greer
Secretary: Jim Haywood
Member at large: Ben Bever

Military Command Staff:
Captain: Ben Cwayna
Lieutenant: Dan Hall
1st Sergeant: Neil Farver
Corporals: Bryce Robinson and Ben Flowerday

We look forward to a fun and exciting 2024 season!

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