Post by mudpuppy on Dec 16, 2011 18:44:33 GMT -5
LHRA Spring National Battle,2012
Battle for Normandy 1944
The LHRA invites you to our Western Front Tactical Battle to be held at Camp Atterbury, IN.,
April 13-15, 2012.
Our goal is to provide an authentic WWII Battle reenactment event with the scenarios being played out in a European-like maneuver area. This is an opportunity to test your abilities against your opponents’ using field skills and maneuvering. This event will be a 46 hr., Tactical Battle . Participants will not be required to participate in the total immersion if they choose not to. You will be expected to carry into the field all the gear, ammo and rations/water you need for the entire scenario. There will be NO organized break for lunch during the battles. Each unit will be assigned objectives and will be required to work with fellow units to attain them. This will be a fluid tactical event with orders subject to change dependent upon your actions and those of the enemy. Our number one goal is for everyone to enjoy themselves.
DIRECTIONS:
From I-65 South, I-74 East, or I-70 East towards Indianapolis: Take I-465 to the south to I-74. Merge onto I-65 S Exit 53B toward Louisville. Take Exit 90 on IN-44 towards Franklin. Turn Left onto North Forsyth St/IN-44 heading south, then take a right on East Jefferson St/IN-44 heading West. Next take a Left onto South Morton St/US-31 South. Turn right onto East County Road 800 S/Hospital Road for about 3.5 to 4 miles then take a Left onto South County Road 200 E. You arrived at Gate 16 Camp Atterbury, IN.
From I-69 South, I-70 West, or I-74 West towards Indianapolis: Take I-465 to the south to I-74. Merge onto I-65 S Exit 53B toward Louisville. Take Exit 90 on IN-44 towards Franklin. Turn Left onto North Forsyth St/IN-44 heading south, then take a right on East Jefferson St/IN-44 heading West. Next take a Left onto South Morton St/US-31 South. Turn right onto East County Road 800 S/Hospital Road for about 3.5 to 4 miles then take a Left onto South County Road 200 E. You arrived at Gate 16 Camp Atterbury, IN.
Meals: No meal plan is being offered. You may bring your own provisions or eat at one of the many restaurants in the area.
Arrival: You may arrive after 1300 hours, Friday Apr.13th, 2012.
Authenticity & Safety: LHRA rules will be strictly enforced. Please read the LHRA website for details. If you need a written copy, one will be provided for you. ALL participants will be required to sign a copy of these rules before the event. SITE: tsginc.proboards98.com
Barracks: NO drinking of Alcohol, Illegal use of drugs, cooking or smoking is allowed in the barracks.
Bunks are provided. Please bring your own bedding/sleeping bags.
All participants staying in the barracks are responsible for cleaning them at end of event!
Units and or participants that do not clean there barracks will not be allowed to return to future events on this site!
Conduct: All unit commanders/representatives will be held responsible for their own unit/people.
Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. The US Army MPs will enforce our rules and the rules of the Military post.
Parking: POV’s must be moved to designated areas as soon as unloaded.
Tentative Schedule of Events
Friday, Apr 13th, 2012
1300: Registration for the event opens
1330: Barracks Opens
1600: Total Immersion for the event begins “S+A then German elements move to field”
1800: Unit Commanders, umpires & vehicle owners meeting
2300: Registration for the event closes
Saturday, Apr 14th, 2012
0100: Total Immersion for the event begins “S+A then Allied Airborne elements move to field”
0600: Registration for the event opens
0800: Registration for the event closes (If coming after this time, please contact an LHRA staff member)
0815: Unit Commanders & umpires morning meeting
0830: Safety & Authenticity inspection of ALL troops and vehicles
0900: Main forces deploy to the field
Sunday, Apr 15th, 2012
0600: Reveille
1200: End of Hostilities (time may vary)
1230: Barracks inspected for cleanliness
1300: All reenactors must leave the post by this time
NOTE: It is not required to participate in the total Immersion part of the event.
Waste/Litter: Police all training areas for litter during and after all field-training activities. Do not burn or bury any litter or waste. Trash bags will be available.
Questions? If you have any questions, please contact a member of the LHRA staff.
Keep Informed of updates on the event website at:
cpatterburyww2ne.webs.com/
Also at: tsginc.proboards98.com
LHRA National Battle April 13,14,15 2012
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Email:______________________________________________________________________________________________
HOME PHONE:__________________________________________CELL PHONE:________________________________
UNIT:_______________________________________________________________________________________________
ORGANIZATION:____________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency contact person and phone number:_____________________________________________________________
For vehicle owners only:
Type of vehicle:_______________________________________________________________________________________
Allied:_______Axis:_________
Vehicle insurance information:
Type and State of insurance(required):_____________________________________________________________________
Phone number contact for insurance company:_______________________________________________________________
Drivers License number and state of issue:__________________________________________________________________
Vehicle Use/Movement: Obey posted speed limits. Travel on the installation beyond the cantonment area is strictly controlled. Drivers of tracked vehicles MUST stay off paved roads. Vehicle owners will be responsible for ANY damage above normal use to the area. If your not sure, please ask an LHRA staff member for instructions. When off-road maneuvers are necessary, make sure that vehicle damage to vegetation is kept to a minimum. Ground guides will be required for large vehicles and tracked vehicles off road. Stay out of wetlands. Avoid making U-turns, pivot or neutral steer turns with tracked vehicles unless absolutely necessary. Careless driving will be grounds for removal of the vehicle from the event.
For Full Automatic weapon owners only:
Type of weapon:________________________________________________________________________________________
State of registration of weapon:____________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: All Class 3 owners must file the appropriate forms with the BATF. The address for the event is:
Camp Atterbury Maneuver Training Center, Edinburgh, IN 46124.
Semi-Automatic weapons owners: Any modified weapon that is Semi-automatic must comply with all Federal regulations for said weapon. This applies to Full Auto weapons converted to fire Semi-Automatic only.
Please Check Selection That applies to you
Plan A: $30.00 Battle fee and includes staying in the Barracks.
Barracks: ALLIED:_____AXIS:_____WOMEN’S:_____
Plan B:_________ $25.00 Battle fee (staying off post/arriving day of event).
Plan C: ________ ______STAFF_____UMPIRE All fees are waived for members in this category.
MUST BE STAFF/UMPIRES FOR THE ENTIRE EVENT!
Plan D:__________ Vendor/Vendor Helper. Vendors who wish to participate in battle must pay battle fee.
Vendors. Vendors space for this event is free of charge.
$________ ___________________ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED
I would like to Volunteer/help with the following:
___Troop Transport ___Check-in/administration ____Help inspect vehicles
___Help inspect reenactors ___Field Umpire ____MP/Provost Company
Make your check/money order payable to the LHRA. DO NOT SEND CASH!” Deadline is April 1st..2012
MAIL THIS FORM AND YOUR CHECK/MONEY ORDER TO:
LHRA, Spring National Event: 3818 15th.St.A, Moline IL.61265
WAIVER OF LIABILITY
I (print your name)________________________________ do hereby forever release from any and all liability the United States Government, Department of the Army, the State of Indiana, and the Living History Reenactors Association also known as, ”LHRA” for any and all injuries to myself or any damage or loss to my property which may occur while I am involved in the activities or events held by the LHRA on the dates of April 13-14-15, 2012.
I hereby acknowledge that there may be certain dangers and risks which can be associated with a WWII Battle reenactment of any military maneuver or combat encounter such as the event indicated on the dates above and I hereby accept these dangers voluntarily, my participation being of my own free will. In signing this Waiver of liability, the undersigned person acknowledges that they have read and fully understood the rights waived herein and that a copy of this form has been offered to them. The above signed also agrees to follow the rules and regulations for the LHRA, posted on the forum website located at tsginc.proboards98.com. The above signed also states he or she has read the rules and regulations of the LHRA as well and agrees to abide by them at all times during the dates of the event. If a copy of these rules and regulations are required, the LHRA will provide a written copy for the above signed.
Name_____________________________________________________________,Date:______________________
Address______________________________________________________________________________________
Signed____________________________________________________________,Date:______________________
If participant is a minor, Parent/Guardian must sign below
Parent/Guardian
Name_____________________________________________
Signed____________________________________________
Date______________________________________________
Authorization of Emergency Medical Care
I (print name)________________________________ do hereby authorize the Living History reenactors Association also known as the “LHRA” or any of their agents to authorize emergency medical treatment on my behalf in the event that I should suffer any injury or any medical distress while participating in this event for the dates April 13-14-15, 2011. It is understood that this is not a transfer of liability or responsibility to the LHRA or any of their agents arising from said treatment, but is intended to authorize medical care on my behalf in the event that I am unable to provide for myself.
In signing this authorization below of medical care, I hereby acknowledge that I have read the above statement and that a copy of this form has been offered to me if so asked for.
Name_______________________________________________________________Date Signed______________
Signed______________________________________________________________________________________
Person to Notify in case of an Emergency
Name_________________________________________________
Phone number__________________________________________
Please note any medical conditions below above normal
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
If participant is a minor, Parent/Guardian must sign below
Parent/Guardian
Name_____________________________________________
Signed____________________________________________
Date______________________________________________