@WheatleyBrothers all up along the crest of the hill. Around 50 Germans if i remember correctly. Had mortars, MG's and all there regular weapons. The mortars fired tennis balls if i remember right.
i liked ike at one time ,, my parents voted for him also ,,,but now he has fallen from favor ,,, the bloodshed her orchestrated could have been avoided ,,,, scandinavia was were the invasion should have taken place ,,,,, he threw bodies at the germans in a senseless invasion ,,,, it was high profile and got him the presidency ,,,,, to bad al the high ranking powers did not let there egos go and do the right thing ,,,,,,,,,, the kids that invaded the beaches all should have become president
Why are there 29th Infantry soldiers wearing Airborne helmets with cam netting? Could it be that the walty re-enactors are more interested in showing off their collectibles than actual historical accuracy?
@inamonianim Could it be that you are just seeing things? The cam netting is perfectly exceptable and not an issue what so ever. Airborne helmets were NOT used and just to back me up, the organization that does this event has a strict code they stick to and if you don't perform you don't go on the beach. Just make sure you know what your talking about before you make it public. thanks for the interest in the video.
@gnlgon if you get tired, just "take a hit" Remember the 29th took the most casualties on d-day so we try and reflect this at the end of the day by only a few people remaining.
the us should have sent the soldiers through norway ,,,, ,with one tenth or less the loss of lives ,,, but it was not theatrical enough and macho generals had to play war games ,,,,
@heettreet about half if not more are current military or are in high school/college. Maybe its the gear that gives the look? I don't know but i weight 145 and im 6'2" So i dont know what to tell you. I will say that some reenactors need a cargo chute if they ever go airborne though.
My grandpa was a member of the 29th Infantry Division, he was only 16 and lied about his age to get in. He helped storm Omaha Beach, and was a staff sergeant.
I'd really like to join you guys, but I live out west. :(
@pctucker hey, uh ya. just for the record, i reenact. i am 18, 6 foot 5" and 165 pounds. so go right on and call reenactors fat and old, when in reality they're not. Also, i would like you to know reenacting is a way for us to not forget history, for us to remember what happened and to respect those who served, and died for our country.
@stahlwerke doing the best you can from the stories from the vets among other things such as books, documentary's and then just the fact of "what do i do in combat".... well you run.... you get cover... you return fire.... move..... you know, war stuff.
My great uncle stormed Omaha, he was on the land mobiles, his gunner had his head blown off and he drug him to shore, not realizing until then what had happend.
My uncle was with the 29TH at Omaha. He was seriuosly wounded near St Laurant , but survived to live a productive life. My hats off to the brave men who served with that fine Division.
Its Called A Hobby Haters And My GrandFather Survived WWII And Died In The Korean War I Salute Him And Those Of His Friends Allies And ALL Other Soldiers That Have Died For Freedom And For Honor
Living history is a great thing and I hate to see many people on here don't understand or appreciate it. Sure, they could mime the recoil a little better here and there, but it's great to see people doing this! Is there company/unit leadership or is it every man for himself? That would be awesome if there were fire teams/squads/platoons and whatnot.
Plus if you have to spend money on getting your wife jewelry all the time and constantly buying expensive gifts to keep someone around its probably safe to say your best bet would be to put on a uniform and join us on the beach.
Just want to say some things since a few people want to throw a punch at reenactors over the internet for being "fat" or spending money on this stuff instead of "jewelry for there wife's of college funds" or being afraid of joining so instead they play army... Well alot of us are either 1. Not even out of high school. 2. retired and have kids who have kids. 3. In the military right now who DID go to basic like myself and many others... or take a long time and save what they can to do this.
@stahlwerke thanks tough guy. reminds me of a quote, arguing on the internet is like running in the special Olympics, even if you win your still retarded. Feel free to stop by and make an ass out of your self at any time.
@ronaldweasleyfan55 unfortunately i couldn't make conneaut d-day for the past 2 years. I will this year though. For the past 2 ive been stuck in South Korea doing the whole guarding the south from the North with the army thing. Hope it will be awesome as it always was.
man bein in the 29th ive met the bedford boys who actually ran that beach just before we deployed to iraq, and we went over to normandy with them one year and walked the same beach and 60 years later. those old grizzled veterans still cried. 3/116TH HOOAH
@Foley03A4 My guess is they are too busy working long hours, sitting in a cubicle, eating the wrong kinds of food, so that they can put money aside for their kids college AND their own retirement AND have enough left over to buy all the expensive shit that they don't want their wives to know they are buying instead of buying them jewelry. Or maybe they're just a bunch of wannabe sissy fat fucks that didn't want to be seen naked in the shower room so they skipped boot camp.
My grandfather was drafted at the age of 17 and he was 19 when he landed on Dog Green Sector Omaha Beach. His name was Pfc Edward Johnson of the 29th infantry division and he survived WW2.
@MrSteelers1994 probably $400 to $600. because of the footwear,helmet,cap,pack,shovel,canteen,cartrige belt m1941 field jacket,m1941 field trousers,and of a couple of more things. it would make a big hole in your pocket for all of the stuff
@preciousssperson they are shooting blanks, they are shells loaded with powder but there is no bullet, so it makes a sound and re-chambers another round but doesn't shoot anything
my great uncle fought in this battle he lived served and lost a hand saving a soldier that was shot he died in this very battle but to save his family his counrty and the brave soldier who was wounded this was a awful battle R.I.P. Sgt. John Sousa
it's pretty good, but nobody, not even the greatest actors in the world, can reenact the true heroism and hell that occurred on any battle in history or that is happening presently. because in real life, soldiers aren't fighting as a fun hobby, they are fighting for there lives with the fear of knowing so in every second of war. i can't wait till i get on the field for the greatest country on earth and a better tommorrow.
29th are homo's who came from DoD:s, They refuse to fight anyone in Red Orechestra: Darkest Hour. They just absorb new recruits but wont fight cos there scared of losing...
Not hateing or anything, but for a division that wasn't given assault vest's for the invasion we sure are seing plenty of them here . Just saying is all .
"Those Germans are the best damned soldiers I ever saw. They're smart and they don't know what 'fear' means. They come in and they keep coming until they get their job done or you kill 'em." U.S. Commander 29th Infantry Division
good re enactment but a lot like others why arent there anyone shouting squad commands, or relaying the orders down the line? you can barely hear some in the distance....
I wonder if in hundreds or thousands of years from now, future generations will find all the gun shells (yes, blanks still pop out shells) etc. from these reenactment sites and think a battle took place there. How would they know any better, we are "pretty sure" where ancient battles took place because of high deposits of swords and weapons there, but what if ancient people were just doing a reenactment? Haha, idk, weird thing to think of I suppose. These reenactments do look fun though!
somebody please explain what are these type of reinactment? like airsoft guns or something or just for fun kinda like dress up as army men and play thing XD
I belive they fire blanks. What happens is: Its well planned out, they get all theyre gear they will need, distrubte MREs and go for it, i havent ever been though, so dont rely on my response :P
Usualy its about 18 and up becuase you have to be 18 to carry a weapon and fire it in a reenactment. HOWEVER sometimes you find some people who bend that rule. Usualy if you have enough time and money to put together a good impression the people who put on the events will just let you go. This event is in Ohio and its actualy coming up. I will be there again. Last time till im in the real Army.
@1canparaman Sorry to sound rude my friend but i am only a Fourteen year old boy and i am in the Seccond battle group (SBG) German Waffen SS World war II Battle reenactment and i am legally allowed to carry and fire a blank fire weapon.
Yeah, I'm only 17 and in the 29th. The gear is expensive, but it's really worth it. The basic infantry uniform and gear will probably run you about $500 or more. And then you have to buy a rifle. :)
The 29th is all about authenticity. We do training and drilling often. If all you want to do is shoot blanks, join a different group. :)
This group does have people in britian, however these men are all american and this event is in Ohio. the European branch of our unit goes to Normandy every June 6th.
WOW ! you guy's realy took your time getting down and off of that ramp . I'm a german reenactor but I ait afraid to run alittle . GI's are alway's afraid getting their equipment dirty , the more filthy it look's the better guy's !
No... The problem was the US NAVY didnt want us to run off and some guy fall off the slippery ramp and go in the water and then drown orrrr get crushed if the boat was hit by a wave and the boat went forward. We had NO control over that what so ever, When on ship the NAVY was in control. Once at this event we were up to our stomachs in water becauase the boat couldnt get up the beach.
@Herbymac0811 these people are re enacting a real battle so if they ran straight up in the enemys faces it would be fake because in the real battle your likely to get shot so only stoned people or rambo would charge at them, and also it would be over to quick if they ran
@NattyGcomedy I'm not hateing on anyone friend . I'm also a MARINE so I know about moveing fast . If your in a kill zone ''like a beach'' you get out of and off of it as fast as you can . I know reenactments have to move a little slower for a good show but in real combat speed is life !
Uniforms can be had at many places, for instance i bought from Ebay, What Price Glory, At the front militaria and so forth. Weapons on the other hand have to be found at gun shows and places like that
If anyone has further interest in the hobby and is looking to buy from these websites now, dont. First find a unit so you dont waste time and money. Search in your area for these groups and if you need help, please message me any time. Cheers
Why of course you shouldn't bring a live round but you never know what kind of rounds you are using because those rounds look pretty authentic. By the way great video!
We're there any German reenactors at this event?
WheatleyBrothers 1 week ago
@WheatleyBrothers all up along the crest of the hill. Around 50 Germans if i remember correctly. Had mortars, MG's and all there regular weapons. The mortars fired tennis balls if i remember right.
1canparaman 1 week ago
i liked ike at one time ,, my parents voted for him also ,,,but now he has fallen from favor ,,, the bloodshed her orchestrated could have been avoided ,,,, scandinavia was were the invasion should have taken place ,,,,, he threw bodies at the germans in a senseless invasion ,,,, it was high profile and got him the presidency ,,,,, to bad al the high ranking powers did not let there egos go and do the right thing ,,,,,,,,,, the kids that invaded the beaches all should have become president
heettreet 1 week ago
Why are there 29th Infantry soldiers wearing Airborne helmets with cam netting? Could it be that the walty re-enactors are more interested in showing off their collectibles than actual historical accuracy?
inamonianim 1 week ago
@inamonianim Could it be that you are just seeing things? The cam netting is perfectly exceptable and not an issue what so ever. Airborne helmets were NOT used and just to back me up, the organization that does this event has a strict code they stick to and if you don't perform you don't go on the beach. Just make sure you know what your talking about before you make it public. thanks for the interest in the video.
1canparaman 1 week ago
Great Video
Oldsninetyeigth 1 month ago
what parts are you seen in the video since your description says youre in it?
NerfWarrior1096 1 month ago
how do u kknow if your hit
gnlgon 1 month ago
@gnlgon if you get tired, just "take a hit" Remember the 29th took the most casualties on d-day so we try and reflect this at the end of the day by only a few people remaining.
1canparaman 1 week ago
what do you guys shoot? like bullet wise?
xXBethRocksXx 2 months ago
@xXBethRocksXx theyre blanks
doom2sgt 1 month ago
the us should have sent the soldiers through norway ,,,, ,with one tenth or less the loss of lives ,,, but it was not theatrical enough and macho generals had to play war games ,,,,
heettreet 2 months ago
they are to fat to be ww11 soldiers
heettreet 2 months ago
@heettreet what happened to world wars 3 to 10 dude?
Dylan9951 2 months ago
@Dylan9951 fb thank you ,,, i'll use roman numerals next time ,,, my grammar school teacher would have been proud of you ;)
heettreet 1 week ago
@heettreet lol i didnt mean to sound like a grammar NAZI hahaha pun
Dylan9951 1 week ago
@heettreet about half if not more are current military or are in high school/college. Maybe its the gear that gives the look? I don't know but i weight 145 and im 6'2" So i dont know what to tell you. I will say that some reenactors need a cargo chute if they ever go airborne though.
1canparaman 1 week ago
My grandpa was a member of the 29th Infantry Division, he was only 16 and lied about his age to get in. He helped storm Omaha Beach, and was a staff sergeant.
I'd really like to join you guys, but I live out west. :(
BurninValyProdctions 2 months ago
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BurninValyProdctions 2 months ago
1:56 the best speech ever starts
horrorland01 2 months ago
I added it to my favorites
M1LS572 2 months ago
cool! very well made
gamingvids4gamers 2 months ago
I hope I was allowed to use some pieces from this awesome video!
I faved and gave credit.
check my new video out!
detijdVLOGD 3 months ago
Who are you guys kidding?....Just a bunch of old, fat retirees with nothing better to do. Try losing some weight ok?
pctucker 3 months ago
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@pctucker hey, uh ya. just for the record, i reenact. i am 18, 6 foot 5" and 165 pounds. so go right on and call reenactors fat and old, when in reality they're not. Also, i would like you to know reenacting is a way for us to not forget history, for us to remember what happened and to respect those who served, and died for our country.
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fake
jegertobbak123 4 months ago
@jegertobbak123 It's called reenactment
detijdVLOGD 3 months ago
@detijdVLOGD How do you re-enact a situation you have never been in?
stahlwerke 3 months ago
@stahlwerke doing the best you can from the stories from the vets among other things such as books, documentary's and then just the fact of "what do i do in combat".... well you run.... you get cover... you return fire.... move..... you know, war stuff.
1canparaman 1 week ago
@jegertobbak123 for real? could have sworn i was actually in d-day...
1canparaman 1 week ago
@AleshaLovesJan ...God Bless Him,
and please thank him for our continuing freedom in England. Johnny.
jonnibegood1 4 months ago
My great uncle stormed Omaha, he was on the land mobiles, his gunner had his head blown off and he drug him to shore, not realizing until then what had happend.
FlyAwayNorth 4 months ago
How did they make this, is this a movie? did they use real guns?
cjke01 4 months ago
My uncle was with the 29TH at Omaha. He was seriuosly wounded near St Laurant , but survived to live a productive life. My hats off to the brave men who served with that fine Division.
BeachBoysJanDean1 4 months ago
@hardoncrimefromRS Thanks! That cleared up alot for me
MASTERAK26 4 months ago
Amazing! But just one question. That is, do you use like airsoft guns for reenactments?
MASTERAK26 4 months ago
@MASTERAK26 I think they use guns that fire blanks
hardoncrimefromRS 4 months ago
@hardoncrimefromRS real weapons, just firing blanks with a blank adapter.
1canparaman 1 week ago
this is really well done im surprised
jkhn14 4 months ago
Its Called A Hobby Haters And My GrandFather Survived WWII And Died In The Korean War I Salute Him And Those Of His Friends Allies And ALL Other Soldiers That Have Died For Freedom And For Honor
Macster41 5 months ago
Living history is a great thing and I hate to see many people on here don't understand or appreciate it. Sure, they could mime the recoil a little better here and there, but it's great to see people doing this! Is there company/unit leadership or is it every man for himself? That would be awesome if there were fire teams/squads/platoons and whatnot.
Mr2ndAmendment 5 months ago
7 people are nazis
Dylanownedyou 5 months ago
it must suck to pretend to lie dead if you're shot lol!
psychodrumplayer14 6 months ago
@psychodrumplayer14 its a good rest some times haha. One that you cant take in the real situation and get up when your ready haha.
1canparaman 1 week ago
Plus if you have to spend money on getting your wife jewelry all the time and constantly buying expensive gifts to keep someone around its probably safe to say your best bet would be to put on a uniform and join us on the beach.
1canparaman 6 months ago 3
@1canparaman
How do you determine when someone goes down?
Pellicius 5 months ago
@1canparaman crap answer from a pussy.
stahlwerke 3 months ago
BOMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!
amfa24 3 weeks ago
Just want to say some things since a few people want to throw a punch at reenactors over the internet for being "fat" or spending money on this stuff instead of "jewelry for there wife's of college funds" or being afraid of joining so instead they play army... Well alot of us are either 1. Not even out of high school. 2. retired and have kids who have kids. 3. In the military right now who DID go to basic like myself and many others... or take a long time and save what they can to do this.
1canparaman 6 months ago 7
@1canparaman I don't mind that you spend your monies on this. But why reenact war? Glorifying it isn't right.
StinkyGreenBud 6 months ago
@1canparaman Just keep us informed if someone close to you dies.
We are a very professional group of cancer re-enactors who like to re-enact hospitalized cancer patients.
We act in groups of 15 to 22 men and woman and we have real hospital beds and uniforms.
Save up and get to be a surgeon "who loses his patient!" Including uniform and dead people!!!
stahlwerke 3 months ago
@stahlwerke thanks tough guy. reminds me of a quote, arguing on the internet is like running in the special Olympics, even if you win your still retarded. Feel free to stop by and make an ass out of your self at any time.
1canparaman 1 week ago
Many families of those soldier are able to see their face better thanks to your video editing
stevenlovewendy 6 months ago
I landed with F company, 5th rangers this past year. 29th ID did an excellent job!
ronaldweasleyfan55 6 months ago
@ronaldweasleyfan55 unfortunately i couldn't make conneaut d-day for the past 2 years. I will this year though. For the past 2 ive been stuck in South Korea doing the whole guarding the south from the North with the army thing. Hope it will be awesome as it always was.
1canparaman 1 week ago
Thanks for saying that you did not make this video, thank you for being honest.
turboknight525 7 months ago
@turboknight525 got to give credit where it is due.
1canparaman 1 week ago
man bein in the 29th ive met the bedford boys who actually ran that beach just before we deployed to iraq, and we went over to normandy with them one year and walked the same beach and 60 years later. those old grizzled veterans still cried. 3/116TH HOOAH
29idsoulja 9 months ago
what are the black things infront of them? the bag things
tennieltuason 9 months ago
@tennieltuason The black bags hanging off of their chests? Gas masks.
00herpderp00 7 months ago
Jesus Christ,why are 90 percent of reenactors fat asses? no offence but damn,these guys wouldnt have passed the physicial
Foley03A4 9 months ago
@Foley03A4 My guess is they are too busy working long hours, sitting in a cubicle, eating the wrong kinds of food, so that they can put money aside for their kids college AND their own retirement AND have enough left over to buy all the expensive shit that they don't want their wives to know they are buying instead of buying them jewelry. Or maybe they're just a bunch of wannabe sissy fat fucks that didn't want to be seen naked in the shower room so they skipped boot camp.
JapMagnet 8 months ago
My uncle was a part of D-day that day. I love you Mikael!!
CURRAHE
gusyyy23 9 months ago
To violent to fully reenact
JOECHOPYTACO 10 months ago
lol the last guy on the ground thats stuposed to be dead was breathing
thebuttler456 11 months ago
@thebuttler456 well he's not going to stop breathing? Because he's not actually dead? Dumb ass...
hcvideoproductions 10 months ago
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@hcvideoproductions i still found it kinda funny
thebuttler456 10 months ago
is this in Conneaut, Ohio?
ridersass18 11 months ago
Ah, 5:19. Love that M1 "cleeing!"
SalSplacino 11 months ago
How did you acquire all those vintage uniforms and equipment???
nikemac84 11 months ago
cool saving private ryan sound effects
KrazyaboutPD 11 months ago
19 kids from Bedford, VA. died in that invasion alone. The soldiers of the 29th in 44 were never as fat as these reenactors.
FORMETOKNOWONLY 1 year ago
Is it a coincedence that this video was put on youtube in 9/11? Excuse my spelling.
Snowysuspect 1 year ago
good job. music goes with thevid perfectly!
WW2medicfan 1 year ago
My grandfather was drafted at the age of 17 and he was 19 when he landed on Dog Green Sector Omaha Beach. His name was Pfc Edward Johnson of the 29th infantry division and he survived WW2.
marjimjohn 1 year ago 13
Very well done!
killaz441 1 year ago
Wow. This is better quality than some indie WW2 films I've seen. Way to go.
ianthecosmonaut 1 year ago
What do you shoot,out of your gun?
a2hunts 1 year ago
@a2hunts its called blanks.
Tributevideo 1 year ago
29th infantry RULES!
gagejones01 1 year ago
I don't see anyone calling hits
CDBigShow 1 year ago
@WarEvents it begins with the Band of Brothers soundtrack
SmilesFilms 1 year ago
i have a m1 garand but how much money are we talking about here
MrSteelers1994 1 year ago
@MrSteelers1994 probably $400 to $600. because of the footwear,helmet,cap,pack,shovel,canteen,cartrige belt m1941 field jacket,m1941 field trousers,and of a couple of more things. it would make a big hole in your pocket for all of the stuff
gagejones01 1 year ago
saving private ryan sound track
WarEvents 1 year ago
excellent work!!! awesome video mates! greetings from México city.
bassman19889 1 year ago
r they using real guns
arkive54 1 year ago
i wanna join them! this looks fun and historical
TheLego99 1 year ago
it would be cool to be in it but are you firing anything like bb pellets or are you just shooting nothing and just lying down?
preciousssperson 1 year ago
@preciousssperson they are shooting blanks, they are shells loaded with powder but there is no bullet, so it makes a sound and re-chambers another round but doesn't shoot anything
jagow100 1 year ago
my great uncle fought in this battle he lived served and lost a hand saving a soldier that was shot he died in this very battle but to save his family his counrty and the brave soldier who was wounded this was a awful battle R.I.P. Sgt. John Sousa
hank500thecool 1 year ago
that was gay lol
PATINHISWHITET 1 year ago 2
wow...all i hear are the *ping* sounds from the M1s...
lolnostanku 1 year ago
Lovely version of Requiem for a Soldier (BOB theme). This generation has a long way to go before we live up to these legends.
CrystalHunter1989 1 year ago
it's pretty good, but nobody, not even the greatest actors in the world, can reenact the true heroism and hell that occurred on any battle in history or that is happening presently. because in real life, soldiers aren't fighting as a fun hobby, they are fighting for there lives with the fear of knowing so in every second of war. i can't wait till i get on the field for the greatest country on earth and a better tommorrow.
SEALboy98 1 year ago
nice job using the band of brothers music. it adds awesome affect to the video. nice job
2ndpanzergrenadier 1 year ago
when does the next reactment coming
ELEMENT12000 1 year ago
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29th are homo's who came from DoD:s, They refuse to fight anyone in Red Orechestra: Darkest Hour. They just absorb new recruits but wont fight cos there scared of losing...
1982rf 1 year ago
Not hateing or anything, but for a division that wasn't given assault vest's for the invasion we sure are seing plenty of them here . Just saying is all .
Herbymac0811 2 years ago
"Those Germans are the best damned soldiers I ever saw. They're smart and they don't know what 'fear' means. They come in and they keep coming until they get their job done or you kill 'em." U.S. Commander 29th Infantry Division
THETIGBOAT 2 years ago
I was wondering what the song was, I was like wtf is "Winters on Subway", and then I remembered the subway scene....
MisterSymo1 2 years ago
askin' does america used smoke screen by that moment at omaha beach..?
as shield...to minimize casualties...
1985jarhead 2 years ago
saving private ryan noises?
pdoddy12 2 years ago
fuck
its awesom
premierelige 2 years ago
good re enactment but a lot like others why arent there anyone shouting squad commands, or relaying the orders down the line? you can barely hear some in the distance....
00RSZEX 2 years ago
their should have been guys dragging guys, much more realistic then
Abroadhawk 2 years ago
my grandad died in d day
tonicgore 2 years ago 6
I wonder if in hundreds or thousands of years from now, future generations will find all the gun shells (yes, blanks still pop out shells) etc. from these reenactment sites and think a battle took place there. How would they know any better, we are "pretty sure" where ancient battles took place because of high deposits of swords and weapons there, but what if ancient people were just doing a reenactment? Haha, idk, weird thing to think of I suppose. These reenactments do look fun though!
iPoTH4CK3R 2 years ago 5
good point.
FalconKPD 2 years ago
The shells for Blanks look quite a bit different than actual spent rounds nowadays.
Stugace 2 years ago
yeah, did you hear about the rusians handing over hitlers skull to the usa fbi. yeah well acording to the fbi the skull was female, weird.
FALLENFORFISH 2 years ago
for every body that served or that died for freedom we are proud of you!!
bullet1rose 2 years ago 29
Band of Brothers music, good choice.
kevinrocks2323 2 years ago 4
hey the5kyki11er91 i run a world re-enactment group wanna join just ask
OzzyJ0 2 years ago
where was this filmmed at?
Movieman1944 2 years ago
somebody please explain what are these type of reinactment? like airsoft guns or something or just for fun kinda like dress up as army men and play thing XD
minablock 2 years ago
I belive they fire blanks. What happens is: Its well planned out, they get all theyre gear they will need, distrubte MREs and go for it, i havent ever been though, so dont rely on my response :P
papergunguy100 2 years ago
seriously?!? they by the things off of websites for £1000's of pounds for theese sorta things
joe081996 2 years ago
no blank guns there like real guns just dont shoot bullets!
StrikeThrough7 2 years ago
they shoot blanks. they're bullets without the tip on it, but it still makes the sound
tancavproductions 2 years ago
yup
StrikeThrough7 2 years ago
pretty much, but they're real guns, but they put blanks in for the bullets
tancavproductions 2 years ago
it looks very fun to do
WarM0ngrel0ne 2 years ago
I reenact this every year and have a great time ! Can't wait just a couple more weeks =]
Metallica1419 2 years ago
3:32 what are those glasses, LMAO. =DDD
BaFUD 2 years ago
do blanks hurt?
aggiefan1011 2 years ago
no nothing comes out of blanks the shell just comes out after you fire nothing=)
cod161237 2 years ago
how do you know if your hit
aggiefan1011 2 years ago
they assign you to be hit.
cambam500 2 years ago
no,you judge on weather you die or not
airborne1940 2 years ago
they don't even touch you... it just makes the gun look like its firing a live round
IdidURmom2 2 years ago
I must say, that was probably one of the best Dday landing reenactments ive seen, and great camera work!
retrohead02 2 years ago
how old do you have to be to in d-day renactment
youwilldie12 2 years ago 5
Usualy its about 18 and up becuase you have to be 18 to carry a weapon and fire it in a reenactment. HOWEVER sometimes you find some people who bend that rule. Usualy if you have enough time and money to put together a good impression the people who put on the events will just let you go. This event is in Ohio and its actualy coming up. I will be there again. Last time till im in the real Army.
1canparaman 2 years ago 10
hey hoy do you get in reenactments for ww2
the5kyki11er91 2 years ago
@1canparaman My school's history class takes us to civil war renactments and we're only 14.
156Samboy 1 year ago
@1canparaman good luck man.
paintballgunner77 1 year ago
@1canparaman Sorry to sound rude my friend but i am only a Fourteen year old boy and i am in the Seccond battle group (SBG) German Waffen SS World war II Battle reenactment and i am legally allowed to carry and fire a blank fire weapon.
MrChromehound 10 months ago
Yeah, I'm only 17 and in the 29th. The gear is expensive, but it's really worth it. The basic infantry uniform and gear will probably run you about $500 or more. And then you have to buy a rifle. :)
The 29th is all about authenticity. We do training and drilling often. If all you want to do is shoot blanks, join a different group. :)
doomfromheaven 2 years ago
i found a reanactment group where you can be 16
KrazyaboutPD 11 months ago
Great group.. great video.. thanks to exist..
captain965 2 years ago
cool
HOSTELPERSON 2 years ago
Great video, some really dedicated people there and a great cameraman.
Thanks for sharing.
valleytenderfoot 2 years ago
is this group in britain??
celtagas 2 years ago
no this group is in USA. the Event took place in Conneaut, Ohio USA
Jeimuzu 2 years ago
This group does have people in britian, however these men are all american and this event is in Ohio. the European branch of our unit goes to Normandy every June 6th.
1canparaman 2 years ago
@1canparaman is it the event in conneaut?
stratocaster19 1 year ago
@1canparaman You guys are from ohio?
Herman8901 7 months ago
what bullets were those?
Semi12Cal 2 years ago
Those are blanks.....caliber is between .45 for pistol and thompson and .30 for the m1 carbine and 30-06 for m1 garand. Along with the 1903a3
Jeimuzu 2 years ago
Where do you get your gear?
I am looking for some gear to make a real WWII movie trailer, but dont know where to get the clothing, and other accessories. can you tell me?
MFrymus 2 years ago
Your best chance would be to find a cheap army surplus. I am building up slowly, because I hardly have a budget. lol
J3WarProductions 2 years ago
Where could i gwt gear for re-enacting?
Pier2pie 2 years ago
WOW ! you guy's realy took your time getting down and off of that ramp . I'm a german reenactor but I ait afraid to run alittle . GI's are alway's afraid getting their equipment dirty , the more filthy it look's the better guy's !
Herbymac0811 2 years ago
No... The problem was the US NAVY didnt want us to run off and some guy fall off the slippery ramp and go in the water and then drown orrrr get crushed if the boat was hit by a wave and the boat went forward. We had NO control over that what so ever, When on ship the NAVY was in control. Once at this event we were up to our stomachs in water becauase the boat couldnt get up the beach.
1canparaman 2 years ago
@Herbymac0811 these people are re enacting a real battle so if they ran straight up in the enemys faces it would be fake because in the real battle your likely to get shot so only stoned people or rambo would charge at them, and also it would be over to quick if they ran
NattyGcomedy 1 year ago
@NattyGcomedy I'm not hateing on anyone friend . I'm also a MARINE so I know about moveing fast . If your in a kill zone ''like a beach'' you get out of and off of it as fast as you can . I know reenactments have to move a little slower for a good show but in real combat speed is life !
Herbymac0811 1 year ago
This video really makes me want to start reenacting!!!
puzzleboi284 2 years ago
um what fire did u use? like.... blank rounds or paintball?
spikycactus777 2 years ago
why were airborne troops in an LCVP?
litteboxer 2 years ago
there werent. I was there and those guys are really strict on the uniforms and people who go in.
1canparaman 2 years ago
I was thinking the same some of the guys where airborn men but not in a plane...
Pier2pie 2 years ago
This is incredible. As far as quality of filming and composure, it's quite possibly the best video I have seen from a reenactment.
Do you have any idea what brand and model of video camera he used?
wolfiejo 3 years ago
Uniforms can be had at many places, for instance i bought from Ebay, What Price Glory, At the front militaria and so forth. Weapons on the other hand have to be found at gun shows and places like that
1canparaman 3 years ago
If anyone has further interest in the hobby and is looking to buy from these websites now, dont. First find a unit so you dont waste time and money. Search in your area for these groups and if you need help, please message me any time. Cheers
1canparaman 3 years ago
k thnx
tousmane14 3 years ago
Excuse me but what kinda rounds are you firing? I am sure they are blanks but they look too real.
killu19 3 years ago
They are blanks, just a tip to anyone who is stupid here (i hope none) dont ever take ANY FORM of live round to a reenactment! lol!
1canparaman 3 years ago
Why of course you shouldn't bring a live round but you never know what kind of rounds you are using because those rounds look pretty authentic. By the way great video!
killu19 3 years ago
were is it man
tousmane14 3 years ago
This was filmed at the national D-DAY memorial in Bedford Virginia and the actual landing was filmed in Conneaut Ohio
1canparaman 3 years ago
hey im 11 and i wanna join a reenactment but i dont kno were to buy teh unifrom and helmet and stuff can u help me
tousmane14 3 years ago
i went