Civil War Days returning to Cone Grove Park
RED BLUFF — Cannon will again roar for Civil War Days at Cone Grove County Park. This cherished tradition, steeped in historical significance, will commence on Friday with a school day, graced by the presence of approximately 500 to 600 local eighth-grade history students. During the weekend, the event is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with tours of the camps, demonstrations of 19th-century military and civilian life during the American Civil War, and two North vs. South battles on Saturday at noon and 3 p.m. and one on Sunday at 1 p.m. The event, especially the battles on Saturday and Sunday, is put on by some 100 reenactors, including infantry, cavalry, artillery and civilians, wearing authentic uniforms and carrying authentic Civil War weapons. While authenticity is essential, organizers say public and reenactor safety is paramount at this family-friendly event. While most reenactors are local from Tehama, Shasta and Butte counties, a few came from clubs as far away as southern Oregon and the San Francisco Bay Area to participate. According to organizers, last year’s Friday School Day served over 600 local