First Kompagnie of the Imperial German Infantry Regiment, "von Winterfeldt" Nr. 23 (2. Oberschlesiches). A Living History as well as reenactment unit that stresses Kameradschaft and doing it right. No screaming, no yelling, just the German Army. The J.R. 23 participates in events on the East Coast. Hoch den Kaiser!!
Based at the Caesar Krauss Great War Memorial Site in Newville, Pennsylvania, the GWA is the East Coast's umbrella organization for Great War reenacting. The GWA hosts two (possibly going to three) annual combat reenactment weekends each year. The GWA actually OWNS its own battle site for private living history events. This site is designed complete with trenches, underground bunkers, shell holes and machine gun nests.
The GWA has many different units from all sides. There are numerous Allied units: American, British and French along with their allies such as the Russians and Commonwealth Troops. The Central Powers consist of a number of German units and one Austro-Hungarian unit.
Subscribe to the Great War Reenactor List -- This list is for Great War Reenactors on both sides. It is the original Great War list and whilst there are other specialty lists out there, it still has the most members. If you're a Great War reenactor, or want to be one or are even just a WWI buff, please feel free to join!
The Central US Great War Living History -- meant to promote WWI-related living history activities, displays, reenactments, meetings and more in the Central US! (Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Arkansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Colorado, Iowa, Minnisota, Wisconsin, and the Dakotas etc.)
WW1 Westfront -- This is a list for those who reenact WW1 on the West Coast of the United States. All sides are covered here and we hope it will allow the hobby to grow.
WW1 East Front -- Group for fostering the growth of Reenacting, collecting, and historical discussion of the First World War in Eastern Europe until the end of the Russian Civil War 1914-1923.
Nationality-Specific GW Reenacting Lists
Subscribe to the WW1-G Mailing List -- This list is for Great War Imperial German Reenactors. Mit Gott, für König und Vaterland!
Both reenactors and collectors are welcomed on this list. All that is really required is an interest in the Imperial German Military.
KUK1914-1918 -- A gathering place for those interested in the Austro-Hungarian Army in the First World War. A place to share ideas, pictures and information. A place for anyone interested in gaining or sharing knowledge and information. Reenactors, living historians, collectors all are welcome.
Great War Poilu -- This group is for anyone interested in reenacting part of the French Armed forces in WW1. You can expect to find information on uniforms and vendors as well as general histories and how to improve ones impression. The hope is that this list can provide a start for the many French Reenactors out there.
The WWI Belgian list! Yep, they were there and here is a list for all of you who are Belgian fans (BTW, Paul Schipper is now reproing the uniforms and kit...).
WW1-Italiano -- A list for those who are interested in the Italian soldier of the Great War. Especially those who wish to reenact this impression! If you're intrested in this often-overlooked Army, please consider joining us!
Over There -- This is an informal group for the discussion of and to create growth and interest in recreating the American Soldier in the Great War. Our focus is in particular the role of the individual Yank/Doughboy/Sammie his uniform, equipment, weapons and life in and out of the trenches.
Currently, we have a really great listing of sutlers here. These businesses are the best, so please visit them and tell 'em you saw it on reenactor.Net! If you have a reenactor vendor link you want on this page, please visit our Vendor Info Page.
The WW1 Reenactor Consumer Guide, as it says on its home page:
It''s a place for customers to rate their experiences with vendors servicing the WWI reenacting community. Good or bad, let's hear it. Vendor Feedback Reviews are posted only after reviewed by the webmaster. Positive reviews are posted as they are submitted, negative reviews are posted 2 weeks after submission. During this time, the vendor is sent the review in order to provide them ample time to provide us with a rebuttal. After 2 weeks if no rebuttal is received the review is posted. Vendors who do not recall the buyer are encouraged to make contact and work out the problem.
Spread the word! The WWII RCG has not only helped WWII reenacting by spreading the word about bad vendors and experiences, but it has also really helped new vendors get discovered and their businesses grow. What it really means is that if a vendor screws someone, then it will be out there for everyone to see. And yes, vendors CAN rebut feedback. Be polite, no flames and be professional!!
Schipperfabrik -- Authentic uniforms and kit made by experienced WWI reenactors. It doesn't get any better than this. They almost make repros of everything, except the rifle. Give them a look!
Great War Militaria is the "Grandfather of World War I reenacting." They have loads of really unique, original items and are still the best place to find those great "first person" items that really sets you apart from other "so-so" Great War impressions. Please check them out at: http://www.greatwar.com
Hessen Antique -- Hessen Antique is a small family owned business offering original militaria and museum quality reproductions for collectors and reenactors. We also provide costume and military technical support to film and theater productions. Please have a look at our products and feel free to Email us with any questions about our products or services.
Check out our new line of WWI uniforms and equipment! We carry a full line of authentic uniforms, headgear and equipment. Most models of WWI and WWII Visor Caps and Field Caps are either in stock or available. Our hats are custom made in Germany just like the originals and are the most authentic and high quality caps available.
Plowshare Forge -- Hand-forged, reproduction fighting knives at reasonable prices. Specializing in private purchase blades from both world wars and Confederate Bowie knives. Monthly specials and closeouts
1944 Militaria -- One of my favorites! The owner, Drew Zigo is a truly good guy -- he sells authentic stuff at a great price. Although he mostly specializes in WWII stuff, he has MANY items that are good for WWI and is approved by all the good units. Nice reproduction uniforms and equipment, reliable service and this site provides good pictures of the products. Great selection and great authenticity. I do not hesitate one bit to reccomend 1944 Militaria!!
Militaria Magazine -- One of the very best publications World-WIDE, Militaria specializes in... Militaria! Every magazine is chock full of colour photos of uniforms and kit along with with excellent high quality articles explaining everything. Militaria covers everything to do with the military and militaria during the 20th Century. NO reenactor should be without Militaria -- Get a subscription today.
* Militaria IS a French language magazine, however, I have never had any trouble with it -- especially with Alta-Vista's translation website handy at all times ;-)
The Film Bunker -- A reenactor owned store offering hard to find movies dealing with the great conflicts of the 20th Century. WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and Cold War era films along with home movies of those who were there. We bring over 10 years of collecting and 5 years of teaching experience to the development of this website.
Since 1999, Dutchie's Militaria has provided quality original and reproduction items for the WWI, WWII and even Cold War reenactor. We have quality items at affordable prices. We are reenactor owned and operated. Gott Mit Uns
The Great War Association located at the Caesar Krauss Great War Memorial Site in Newville, Pennsylvania, the GWA is the East Coast's umbrella organization for Great War reenacting. The GWA hosts two (possibly going to three) annual combat reenactment weekends each year. The GWA actually owns its own battle site. This site is designed complete with trenches, underground bunkers, shell holes and machine gun nests.
The GWA has many different units from all sides. There are numerous Allied units: American, British and French along with their allies such as the Russians and Commonwealth Troops. The Central Powers consist of a number of German units and one Austrio-Hungarian unit.
The Great War Historical Society is the West Coast Great War organization -- Sphere of operations: WW1 on the Western Front, 1914-1918. We are back up and running and looking for a few good men and women. We are like the GWA, just on the opposite coast. We battle like the GWA, but on different weekends as some of our members travel to the GWA events and this way we don't interfere with their activities.
The Midwest Great War Living History Association is an all-inclusive, non-profit organization dedicated to creating a greater understanding of the experience of the First World War and its material culture by the means of experimental archeology. Drawing heavily on historical scholarship, local military expertise, and a close coordination with the National World War One Museum, the association strives to accurately depict the appearance and activities of the men and women who participated in the watershed event of the 20th Century.
Our primary purpose is to educate and inform, but also to entertain both members of the association and the public at large through regular meetings, field excursions, and non-field related events. To that end, our ultimate goal is to transport the denizens of the present, if only for a moment, to a time when the global history of humankind fundamentally changed forever.
The Great War Society is a non-profit making organisation based in the UK. Founded in 1984 we provide an opportunity for practical research into the uniforms, weapons, equipment, training and everyday tasks of Great War soldiers, both of the Allied, and Central powers. Our members dress in period uniforms and equipment, learn the drill, and undertake the training and everyday activities of the time. We are a living history, rather than a battle re-enactment group. We also exist to further the memory of the soldiers of the Great War as the last Veterans inevitably pass away and what happened between 1914 to 1918 becomes merely another dusty history lesson to the children of today. We do not look to over sentimentalize the image of the Great War soldier, but rather try to re-create the practical if somewhat naive approach to the horrors of war, in order to give the public, and our members a small taste of what it felt like to take part in the war to end wars.
The GWF is dedicated to preserving the memory of those who fought in "the war to end all wars" through living history, education, and commemoration. This not-for-profit organization is seeking donations and new members to help them achieve their goals of paying tribute to those men and women who served in World War I. Interested parties can find more information about the GWF at our web site.
We are enthusiasts of World War I era aeroplanes. Of any scale. If you would rather watch a World War I aeroplane fly straight and level than a Pitts do a complete aerobatic routine, then you are one of us. If a plane looks naked to you because it doesn't have guns, then you've come to the right place. If you hold services at the flying field every April 21st, then we're your group. (This last example is a little bit of a stretch, but you get the point).
Our intention is not to show you how to build an airplane, that's what the EAA and AMA are for. We are not going to be historians, either. World War I Aeroplanes, Over The Front, and Cross And Cockade are already established for that purpose. (And I strongly recommend membership in these organizations). We want to bring people together who share this passion. We want you to be a regular feature in our newsletter.
These are the guys who build and fly their replica World War I planes in all those great air shows. If you want to relive the Great War, but don't want to be stuck underground with us grunts, check these guys out. We are the EAA Chapter 1394 and are based at Creve Coeur Airport in Maryland Heights, Missouri, and is the home of the St. Louis Escadrille. The St. Louis Escadrille is named after the famous Lafayette Escadrille, which was a squadron of American fighter pilots in France during World War I Also located on the field is the Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum..Besides helping individual members with their aircraft projects and providing educational resources on aviation, The St. Louis Escadrille hosts a Great War Fly-In on even numbered years, usually in September, at Creve Coeur. We are in the planning stages for this years Great War Fly-In.
Nice site -- lots of pix and info from this club based in the Fatherland! If I lived in Germany, I'd certainly want to join these guys. Hell, the Kaisermanöver event is an awesome idea!!
I.R. 121 (Süddeutsches Militär 1870-1918) (Germany) -- We are a community of people interested in keeping historical events alive in the common conscience, in an honest and urging sense, and to work for the understanding between peoples. That includes:
* -Lectures on historical topics * -Battlefield excursions * -Exhibitions and collections * -Scale Diorama crafting * -Living history * -International contacts * -Representation at events * -Taking part in movie sets
The Western Front Association was formed with the aim of furthering interest in the period 1914-1918, to perpetuate the memory, courage and comradeship of all those who served their countries in France and Flanders and their own countries during The Great War. It does not seek to justify or glorify war. It is not a re-enactment society, nor is it commercially motivated. It is entirely non-political. The object of The Association is to educate the public in the history of The Great War with particular reference to the Western Front. Applications for membership are welcomed from anyone with a like mind.
The late-great J.R 63 at the Spring GWA Combat Event, Newville, PA
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