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Joining the 2nd battalion of the 44th
(East Essex) regiment of foot will make you a vital part of this
blossoming Napoleonic re-enactment regiment. As part of Leith's 5th
division the Regiment served with great distinction through the
Peninsular Wars and with Sir Dennis Packs’ 9th Brigade during the
Waterloo campaign. The 2nd Battalion was in the thick of every
regimental action.
The 44th regiment takes part regularly in displays, living history
and battle re-enactments throughout the uk plus the occasional
forays into other parts of Europe - France, Belgium, Holland, Spain,
Portugal some of those we have visited in the last 12 months.
When you join the 44th you can expect the
highest degree of enjoyment and camaraderie. Although the unit is
run on regimental lines - and as such we take pride in conducting
ourselves as authentically as is possible, this applies both to our
uniforms and equipment, our living history encampments, our drill
and to the way in which we conduct ourselves when in front of the
General Public - our attitude is firmly geared towards having fun.
You will have the opportunities of attending events up and down the
country and in other parts of Europe. At the end of a hard days
campaigning nothing beats the pure enjoyment of a few good drinks
and a sing-song with your allies and enemies (Those damned Frenchies!).
We are a family group and we extend a genuine welcome to
girlfriends, wives and children. There are so many other things to
do in support of the regiment and to enjoy the life of the early
19th century - that no one misses out.
The heart of any infantry regiment is its musketeers and we are
always in need of firers to make up the Line. (You have to be over
16). We also need musicians (drummers and fife players) so if you're
not yet of age and/or a dedicated musician we will always have a
home for you. And if you have no calling for any of these roles, we
will find something else for you to do!
We have all necessary contacts to help you with acquiring your
uniform and equipment and you will find no lack of friendly advice
and help from your colleagues. So, if you are interested in joining
in on the development of the 2nd battalion of the "Fighting 44th"
just email or call and we'll take it from there. |
