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In part one of this blog series, we will touch on a brief overview of the Pattern 1853 rifle, its presence during the Battle of Bentonville, and discuss the reproductions we have seen in many Civil War reenactments and motion pictures. Next, we will begin the process of recreating an authentic example from a reproductionContinue reading “The Pattern 53 Enfield Rifle Project: Recreating a Veteran of Bentonville”

            In our modern world when we think of Autumn, some of the more common things that come to mind are cooler weather, seasonal foods (who doesn’t love a pumpkin pie!), and the beauty of leaves changing colors. But what was important to the 19th century individual during the Autumn season? What were people likeContinue reading “What’s On the Menu?”

Raleigh National Cemetery and John Knapp By Rachel McLaughlin One question often asked on our Harper House tours is “But what about the dead?”  People are often curious what the armies did with the remains of the fallen. The answer is simple: It was common to bury the Union and Confederate dead where they fell,Continue reading “But What About the Dead?”

Summer has finally arrived at Bentonville, and we are so excited for all the things coming up at the site! We are premiering a new type of tour, we have two interns this summer and a living history event. It will for sure be an action-packed summer! Read below to see what we have toContinue reading “Summer Is Here!”

The motto and driving goal at Bentonville is “Preserve – Educate – Explore” and the staff is always looking for new and innovative ways to make that a reality at the site. As summer rapidly approaches, one of the ways they are making that happen is through a new program called “Bites of Bentonville”. FridaysContinue reading ““Preserve – Educate – Explore:” Bites of Bentonville”

As we approach the 159th anniversary of the battle of Bentonville, visitors will once again hear the ring of muskets and the roar of cannons. When the smoke clears, people will cheer and go about their day. But what was it like in 1865 when the smoke cleared in the Cole fields or in theContinue reading “Through A Soldier’s Eyes”