Salute to Veterans of WWII
September 2, 2023 @ 8:00 am – September 3, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
This World War II event includes encampments, various combat units presented by re-enactors, presentations and battle scenarios.
The Indiana Military Museum contains one of the best overall collections of military memorabilia from the Revolutionary War to the present day. The museum has a vast array of unique artifacts, vehicles, artillery, weaponry, uniforms, insignia and artwork. The outdoor grounds is a museum in itself. Entering the gate you immediately see a missile, a C-47, USS Indianapolis SSN697 conning tower and a full size German Atlantic Wall bunker. Additional planes, half-tracks, trucks, jeeps, and tanks dot the landscape.
Battle Recreation and Living History Display
Friday ~ setup 1pm-10pm
Saturday ~ open 9am-5pm
· opening colors
· battle recreation with Sherman and Stewart tanks, US and German half-tracks, PAK40, Bren Gun carrier, Dingo, and other equipment ~ personal WWII jeeps, motorcycles, trucks, and artillery welcome to participate
· military uniform and civilian fashion show
· weapons demonstration
· breakfast, evening dinner and private museum tour
· Tiki Hut social ~ WWII news shorts and movie
Sunday ~ open 9am-4pm
· opening colors
· battle recreation
· military uniform and civilian fashion show
· weapons demonstration
IMM has plenty of room for camps and displays. Re-enactor amenities include water, breakfast and a spaghetti dinner. Food vendors available during public hours.
All allied and axis units interested in participating should pre-register. HRS authenticity and safety standards will be followed and can be found at http://www.worldwartwohrs.org. Political flags and/or uniforms are not permitted.
Vendor space is available. Contact organizers for more information.
Click the “Reserve a spot” link above. Registration ends August 30th.
Indiana Military Museum – http://www.indianamilitarymuseum.com/
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