Many competitors are using smaller mortars firing 12-lb. projectiles, but larger, original Civil War siege mortars have also been on the line at Fort Shenandoah, too. "The mortar match is fascinating.

This US state saw some 50% of the nation's Civil War casualties. Now, mass construction of AI data centres is encroaching on ...

Confederate Lieutenant Henry S. Farley pulled the trigger of a large cannon at Fort Sumter at 4:30 a.m. on April 12, 1861.

The 8th Illinois Cavalry Regiment engaged in the first action of the Battle of Gettysburg, defending Union positions and ...

Highlights include live battle reenactments, medical simulations, civilian life displays, and performances of period music ...