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Yes, the Company will assign a mentor to help you with the various aspects of becoming a Lexington Minute Man. Normally, this mentor is a longtime member.
New members need to contact the First Lieutenant who will discuss costs and any deposits needed. The First Lieutenant will make arrangements with the Company tailor to have you fitted for a dress uniform.
No, the First Lieutenant makes contact with the Company tailor who has our patterns and material. Discuss the making of your own uniform with the First Lieutenant before you begin as the Company has strict standards for uniformity and acceptance!
It is our goal to ensure the events our members attend are quality events that are enjoyable and memorable. Emphasis is placed on battle reenactments and living history events that provide opportunities to interact with the public, locally, afar and as members of The Continental Line.
Our Officers will guide you through the cleaning and maintenance aspects of owning an 18th Century replica firearm.
No. Just because an item existed in 18th Century America does not mean it existed in 1775 Massachusetts. We portray a Massachusetts militia company between the months of April and October, 1775. As a result, items that were not introduced until after October 1775 (for example regimental French Lottery Coats and hunting shirts) are prohibited. Likewise, an item or piece of clothing not native to 1775 Massachusetts (for example a Kentucky rifle, war paint or moccasins) cannot be worn or carried.
Reenacting is NOT a cheap hobby, as our membership committee will review with you. Nevertheless, the First Sergeant will work with you to compile a reenactment kit that is within your budget. Many of our members save money by making their own uniforms, and the Company periodically conducts instructional sessions on creating clothing and accoutrements using period-correct guidelines.
The Company conducts extensive safety training as part of regular drill exercises and instructional sessions. This includes musket firing, bayonet use, black powder handling and general musket maintenance and care. The member handbook lists safety guidelines as well, and members are briefed on safety before every event or drill involving muskets, bayonets or swords. It is highly recommended that new members apply for an F.I.D. card upon purchase of a musket.
Prospective members should contact one of the membership committee indicated above wherein an interview will be scheduled. This interview is an opportunity to cover all aspects of being a member of Lexington.
Absolutely! The chain of command is detailed in the Company by-laws contained in our handbook which will be reviewed during your membership interview.
Yes, the Company has several uniforms to lend on a temporary basis. Members may be found who will temporarily lend civilian clothing until yours are complete.
Absolutely! So long as you follow authentic patterns, you are welcome and encouraged to make your own clothing and equipment.
Detailed information is contained in our handbook. Make sure you confirm what you want to buy with one of our Officers assigned for that purpose before you buy.
See the “Approved sources and prices for muskets” section of the Lexington Training Band Official Clothing and Equipment Guidelines contained in our handbook. Again this information should be confirmed with our assigned Officers responsible for this activity.
It is important that you work with the First Lieutenant and First Sergeant in putting together your reenactment kit so you do not waste your money by purchasing the wrong items or clothing. Our organization’s authenticity standards are high and the last thing we want you to do is purchase the wrong things or purchase the right things from the wrong supplier.
We attend many local events in New England as well as travel to various historical sites each year, including Fort Ticonderoga, Crown Point, Quebec City, Yorktown, and Monmouth. Each February, the members vote on what events to attend for the year. On average, we attend five to six events per year.
At historical events, especially battle reenactments, we are often highly mobile and subject to rapid deployment in front or flanks of the main American battle line on the field. You may have to run or move very quickly while carrying full equipment and gear. As a result, members are encouraged to be reasonably physically fit to participate in reenactments and living history events.