2005 School of the Soldier and Civilian
Every spring the companies that form our battalion, The Mifflin Guard, come together for two days of military drill. We follow the 1860's tactics as laid out by General Silas Casey. The civilians meet to enjoy lectures on a variety of topics of the time period. For the past couple of years the School has been held at the Kingston Armory in Kingston, PA.
This year we were able to help welcome home members of the 109th. Our battalion provided an honor guard as these men returned to their families and loved ones after a tour of duty in Iraq . It was an honor and a privilege to do so, and it is something none of us will forget.
The Mifflin Guard readies itself for the return of the troops.
The battalion is formed and ready.
The soldiers enter to the cheers of the crowd.
Their duty over, these men are about to be dismissed.
The soldiers embrace each other as the crowd rushes to them.
The fanfare over, we return to the drill.
Lieutenant readies his Division for another maneuver under the ever-watchful eye of Major McGargle.
A close up of our company on the right of the division.
The battalion formed for Dress Parade in the old armory.
Officer's salute during dress parade. A nice shot of the men who lead our company during the season.
Our fair ladies after a day of lectures.
