Patriots of the Civil War Association

Patriots of the Civil War Association We will host an array of living history events to achieve this goal.
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The Patriots of the Civil War Association was created for the sole purpose of raising awareness/funds for the preservation of American Civil War battlefields across the country.

11/14/2025

A little over 2 years ago, the PCWA was proud to bring you the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg reenactment. We could never have done what we did without the tireless efforts of everyone involved. Far too many to mention you all here, but you know who you are… We were so blessed to work closely with Ken and Linda, Craig and Kevin… without everything they did for us, it NEVER would’ve happened. I consider them family. That being said, I stopped in to see Ken last week and discussed our intentions to possibly host the 165th at Ken’s property. Although they were pleased with how we took care of the property and how fast the land came back after all the rain, we decided that we would not host another event at their farm. It is an active farm and it’s very difficult for them to predict when they will be able to have the fields cleared for us.

Due to this turn of events, I have decided not to pursue another event at this time. I am going to shift my focus into my new career and move on from the PCWA. It has been my honor to work closely with so many fine people… I will always be eternally grateful. Thank you to everyone that has supported me and for all of the encouragement that I’ve received from so many of you over the years. I wish you all the best and I truly hope to see quality events happening well into the future. God speed!

Dustin

10/23/2025

I have a TON of civil war stuff for sale. The only thing I do not have is fi****ms. If there is something that you need or want… let me know. I don’t have the highest quality campaigner quality stuff… if there’s something you need, let me know and I can send pics. Several A frame tents… many uniforms… mostly everything I have is federal

07/19/2025

Excited to announce that Mekaela Carter and Jessica Johnson have come aboard to coordinate civilian activities for the 165th BOG! We have a long way to go and a lot of work to do, but this is a great step forward! Welcome to the team ladies!

07/14/2025

As we start ramping up the planning phase of the 165th BOG reenactment, we will be looking for individuals willing to volunteer their time and expertise to help to bring this event to life.

When considering becoming a volunteer, please note that we will need people that can be on the site multiple times throughout the planning/set up phase… it may require a huge sacrifice of your time and effort.

We have learned a lot from the 160th and it is our intention to take those lessons and build from those. We need people are willing to commit and tough it out with us! It’s not an easy thing we are doing.

If you feel that you are willing to be a part of this endeavor and can meet the needs of the organization, please reach out to me (Dustin). Once we have a reliable staff, we will open a group chat involving all new leaders and staff.

We are in the early stages of planning and a lot has to fall into place. But we need to put in the work to get us to that next step… if you feel that this is you, please reach out!

07/13/2025

***This post is just for fun***

Sitting out here on the farm around the fire, we have been discussing some potential scenarios for the 165th Gettysburg event. We’ve talked about Brinkerhoff Ridge, where Confederate infantry fought it out with federal Cav. We discussed the potential for a Spangler Spring scenario. Repulse of the 27th Indiana and 2nd Mass. Bliss farm. Wheatfield again but a bit better next time out… and a portion of Picketts charge… specifically the 11th Miss and 26th NC… we would love to do a Culps hill but the terrain just isn’t here for it. What do you all think? The 160th was named Acts of valor… what should we name this event?

Have some fun with it. We realize this is putting the cart before the horse, but it does make for some good fire side discussion. Share your thoughts and ideas and we will discuss them. If we like it and agree, it could be adapted for the event with you receiving full credit! Have some fun y’all!

07/10/2025

Attn all reenactors! Conversations have begun on the prospect of hosting the 165th BOG. This post has two purposes… 1st, to gauge interest. 2nd, if interested, what do you feel would be a fair registration fee for the event? This event will be different in terms of the handling of finances, the vendors that we use and most definitely WILL NOT use this time… it is our intention to PRE pay for the use of the land this time… we have a tentative fundraising goal of 100k. Any funds not used for the event will go to help save endangered battlefields. We will cross that bridge when we get to it. We are FAR from discussing scenarios… but doing the Wheatfield again is on the table… Bliss farm… and Iverson’s pits are being discussed. But that’s down the road! We have 3 years to get this done… and we CAN do this with your help! Sound off! Share this with your buddies… let’s make the 165th happen… and make it bigger than the 160th!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from
Our family to yours!

04/14/2024

It has become time for me to unload a majority of my civil war gear, tents and such. I have so much it would be insane to list it all here. I have 3 A frame tents, poles and stakes for starters. Belts, Cav uniforms, boots, accoutrements, headgear and lots more. If you need something, let me know. Make me an offer, if it’s fair, I’ll accept it. Please don’t low ball me. You’d be wasting both of our time. Also selling an A3O3 r i f L e. Pm me if interested. Thanks!

Dustin

06/19/2023

The Patriots of the Civil War Association 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg Reenactment will take place June 23-25 off of Blackhorse Tavern Road in Gettysburg.

You don't want to miss out on this event. There will be book signings (over 20 Civil War Authors), Special Event Tents, Speakers, and of course reenactments.

Friday, June 23rd at 5:00pm - Reenactment - The First Day Battles at Gettysburg
Saturday, June 24th at 3:00pm - Reenactment - The Wheatfield
Sunday, June 25th at 11:00am - Reenactment - East Cavalry Field (Yes, plenty of horses)
Sunday, June 25th at 12:00pm - Reenactment - Pickett's Charge

Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours will be there to cover the event!
For more information please visit www.thepcwa.org

Attn**Attn**Attn**What follows is not a post about our upcoming 160th Battle of Gettysburg event!This is a soft announce...
06/06/2023

Attn**Attn**Attn**

What follows is not a post about our upcoming 160th Battle of Gettysburg event!

This is a soft announcement of our intentions for our next preservation project!

This project does NOT involve the civil war, but a VERY important preservation project involving the location of the Revolutionary war POW site named, Camp Security! Recently an architectural team headed by John Crawmer, located the actual site of Camp Security. Camp Security is the last remaining, undeveloped Rev War POW camp in the country! The land is owned by Springettsbury township.

The PCWA in cooperation with S. Chris Anders and the 8th Virginia will begin taking the initial steps to conduct a fundraising living history recreation of Camp Security at the actual site.

Stay tuned as we will post updates and announcements as they become available. We are very excited to get involved with this very important preservation project. More to come!

Take a moment to watch this short video on the history of Camp Security!

https://youtu.be/EWxjUYA3tLA

The link is live!!! Get over to https://www.thepcwa.org/shop/ and grab your bracelets today!! Supplies ARE limited and w...
04/10/2023

The link is live!!! Get over to https://www.thepcwa.org/shop/ and grab your bracelets today!! Supplies ARE limited and we will not be making another purchase! Each bracelet gets you entered into our exclusive giveaway! First prize is an 1853 Enfield musket!! Donated in part by The Maryland Sutler, Or $750 in cash! Second prize is a loaded knapsack with bedroll, cartridge box, cap box, belt, bayonet and scabbard! Donations also from Todd Welsh. Included with all of that are custom made paper cartridges from Brett Gibbons! OR $250 in cash! 3rd prize is two pieces of literature from Dom Dal Bello! Instructions for Guards and Pickets, third edition, and Parade, Inspection and Basic Evolutions of the Infantry Battalion! DO NOT miss this rare opportunity to get your hands on over $2000 worth of necessary re-enacting gear for a crazy low price and support the PCWA in our massive effort to keep the Gettysburg re-enactment alive!!
** PLEASE NOTE** All sales are final! In the event the re-enactment is delayed or canceled, we will still conduct the giveaway and the items will be delivered as promised. Sales will continue until all stock is sold. Once stock has been depleted, an announcement will be made. If stock is not sold by the time of the event, remaining stock will be offered at the event and a drawing will be held at the event on a day and time to be specified. Thank you!
Please share to all of your groups and pages! Supplies will not last long, so get yours now!!

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