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[Martins kid]

A good way to remind today’s Americans of the tremendous sacrifices our founding fathers and mothers made to establish this great country.

[Caipirabob]

Amy Adamo of Bogota, who got involved in historical reenacting because of her late husband's passion for it, will carry on the family tradition this weekend -- playing a camp follower in the annual commemoration of the Battle of Monmouth. "My husband, Mark, who passed away last year, had been a reenactor for over 25 years, and he never missed the Battle of Monmouth, no matter what," says Adamo, who is director of Manhattan's Fraunces Tavern Museum and will be joined in camp by her 5-year-old daughter, Arden. "We need to remember that we were the crossroads of the Revolution. We played a very important role."

I beg to differ. Amy Adamo is now "of Manhattan". She is also working honorably preserve an important part of our American heritage and at the same time, she honors her husband. Good for you, Amy!

Just as my Maria, formerly of Bogota, is now "of Boca" and is a proud American citizen for some 12 years now.

Ringwood reenactor Richard Cuneo points out, "We do take some liberties. ..

"Richard Cuneo"...heh, for those of you thinking the same thing, if we were in Bogota, depending on how you pronounce this... ; )

[Conan the Librarian]

For those who might like to re-enact this battle in the comfort of their own home, you can buy this

http://www.gmtgames.com/armonm/main.html

I don’t receive any moneies from this, I was just a playtester.