I loved being a part of the movie Gettysburg and God's and Generals, although the Gettysburg experience was much better. Can't say I ever saw myself on film, but the experience outside of the movie was great.
I think Gettysburg was so much better because the actors loved history.
Your friend must have been in a poorly run group. I could go to an event almost every weekend. Almost every event that takes place requires both groups. I actually have my GGG pappy's sword. No blue uniform will grace this body.
I'm in a calvary unit. What was funny in Gettysburg during a practice charge where we clashed, I popped someone reasonable hard, but not unusual for what we do. Off SHE plops off her horse. When her hat came off only then did I realize she was a girl. I was so sorry, but we southerners keep our girls back at the fires cooking.
For me it's a weekend thing, but you would be surprised at how many it becomes a total lifestyle. The fun things are the big Balls..nothing beats southern women in those dresses.
As for politics....that debate could on forever and I tend to refrain..
