Hello, my name is Gretchen Glaza and my family has been participating in Civil War re-enactments for over 20 years, so I was brought up in this environment. These re-enactments show people what it was like to live in the Civil War era.

In 2013, family obligations allowed us to participated in two events: the Battle of Richmond, Ky. and a history lesson at Villa Madonna Academy. Both of these were during the 2013-2014 school year. The Battle of Richmond, Ky. was the weekend of August 24-26, 2013 and the lesson at Villa Madonna was in early November. One event that we try to go to every year is the Battle of Sacramento, Ky.

Bob Hagedorn, my boyfriend, along with his sisters Katie and Heidi Hagedorn have joined our group in the past couple of years. We all enjoy history and showing others that learning about history can be fun. Included are some photos of events we’ve been a part of, enjoy!

Nathan Glaza, Bob Hagedorn, Gretchen Glaza teach a history lesson at Villa Madonna.

Looking sharp for the Battle of Sacramento, Ky. in 2012 are Heidi Hagedorn, Nathan Glaza, Katie Hagedorn, Bob Hagedorn, Gretchen Glaza.

Battle of Sacramento, Ky. in 2012 on the field of battle – Nathan Glaza.

Battle of Sacramento, Ky. in 2012 on the field of battle – Nathan Glaza.

Battle of Richmond Ky. in 2013, the cavalry moves on the field.

Smoke rises during the Battle of Richmond Ky. in 2013.

Katie Hagedorn, Gretchen Glaza, and Heidi Hagedorn at the 6th KY Cavalry Meeting 2013.

Gretchen Glaza and Bob Hagedorn at the 6th KY Cavalry Meeting in 2013.