Battle of Olustee Reenactment

75 minute reenactment battle was condensed from the 4 hour original battle Feb.20,1864.  5000 on each side  met here 15 miles east of Lake City at Ocean Pond.  Confederates won this one so that's why it's such a popular . 2nd only to Gettysburg .

Five huge bleachers for spectators. $10 entree fee daily.

She pulled her vail over when taps played
at end of battle.  Her two kids also in costume.

These volunteer reenacters have both uniforms so change sides
as needed, depending on the battle 

Confederates  reinforced from behind.

Upcoming reenactments posted in the vendor area .

Vendor merchandise

Ironclad bomb.
Reenacter blind

Portable blacksmith-The billows superheated the coal made the iron  red hot, 2000 degrees, so he could pound it into hooks or other shapes. This was typically taken to a plantation for a weeks worth of work'.  The military has a less elaborate version..  Blacksmiths made as much as Doctors..