Greetings,
Tom Nelson, Matt Bray and myself will meet at the Auburn Exit ride share area around 8:15am on 11/11/05. I believe form up is at 9:30am in Portland so, we will wait 10 min. for others who wish to ride down with us.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
Pvt Craig Young ./.
Dum tempus habemus, operemur bonum
While we have the time, let us do good
3rd Maine, Dirigo Base Ball Club, & 3rd Maine Tobogganeers
What is standard dress for the parade? I imagine coat, leathers, etc -is knapsack required? How about red blanket? Greatcoat or poncho?
When I came back form Norlands I took my musket apart for a thorough winterizing cleaning, then it occurred to me that I would bring it to the parade! Oh, well, you can't clean your musket too much, I guess - I was told that the newbies have new, clean clothes and dirty pieces -but the old hands have old, dirty clothes and sparkling guns.
Hi Tom, I won't be able to make the Parade this year. I imagine that someone will clarify if i am wrong but the Third usually performs in parades in heavy marching order. That means all the traps you can hang off yourself. :) Basically what we normally drill with plus a knapsack or blanket roll. Your red blanket would be visible. I usually go with my knapsack. But others will create a blanket roll to sling over their left shoulder and hang down to their right side.
The knapsack requires something in it to maintain a body and shape. So that means some weight is required. Whereas a blanket roll is usually just the blanket and is therefore not much weight.
As to old hand, dirty uniform, sparkling rifle, I don't know if I subscribe to that. My uniform is dirty when it needs to be and sparkling when it's appropriate. My rifle however, has a patina to it but it never mis-fires.
Details about the parade will be included in the November Third Maine newsletter, for those who are "subcribers". Mike Johnson has the basic dress info correct..heavy marching order (blanket rolls or knapsacks), all leathers, canteen, haversack. Will also need some rounds and caps as the unit will be firing ceremonial volleys at City Hall during the program Andrews Post in Portland is hosting the event, and from what I have seen, they have the whole thing lined up already. My guess is that no last minute entries will be accepted. All who wish to participate as Federals are welcome to march with the Third, as usual.
Monica McCusker, Pres of the Third is the unit contact dmesmcc@aol.com
for the parade.
Car pooling at Auburn Exit
We now have: Cathy & Zac Chase, Tom Nelson, Matt Bray, and myself. Please be there as close to 8:am as possible. We will park at the Top of the Old Port and walk to form up.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
Pvt Craig Young ./.
Dum tempus habemus, operemur bonum
While we have the time, let us do good
3rd Maine, Dirigo Base Ball Club, & 3rd Maine Tobogganeers
FYI
Monica McCusker, Pres of the Third is the unit contact dmesmcc@aol.com
Plan to arrive at Parking lots (Elm Street Garage & Top of the Old Port lot are close to City Hall) by 9:30am as you will need to walk to the form up.
Form up at 10:am at Longfellow Square (Pine & State streets)
Step off at 10:30am and the parade ends at City Hall with a ceremony
The Salvation Army will be serving hot beverages at City Hall.
DIRECTIONS
* From 295
* Take exit 7 (Franklin Arterial)
Look for parking at this end of the parade route.
* Form up at 10:am at Longfellow Square (Pine & State streets)
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
Pvt Craig Young ./.
Dum tempus habemus, operemur bonum
While we have the time, let us do good
3rd Maine, Dirigo Base Ball Club, & 3rd Maine Tobogganeers
The 15th Alabama will miss y'all up in Waterville this year! What we will ever do witout the 3rd's fife and drum corps to keep candance? I hope you all have a great time in Portland.
"Let us but will it, and we are free."
-President Jefferson Davis
I'll be coming from Brunswick, is anyone able to link up with me there or between Brunswick and Portland? Alternatively - could I meet you somewhere Craig where I can park, at your Portland exit, for example, and go into the form-up location with you?
Tom,
Call Dan Cunningham. He will give you a ride to the Vets Day parade in Portland.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, Company A
He can't throw it that far...
Boston College 47 Miami 45 November 23, 1984
MWLWN LABE! Molon labe, “Come and get them!
Pvt Craig Young ./.
Dum tempus habemus, operemur bonum
While we have the time, let us do good
3rd Maine, Dirigo Base Ball Club, & 3rd Maine Tobogganeers
The Third Maine had 38 members march in the Vets Day parade in Portland. It was wonderful, wonderful, wonderful to see the ranks swell and the patriotic spirits soar for this day's celebration. Huzzah Third Maine!
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, Company A
He can't throw it that far...
Boston College 47 Miami 45 November 23, 1984
MWLWN LABE! Molon labe, “Come and get them!
Pvt Craig Young ./.
Dum tempus habemus, operemur bonum
While we have the time, let us do good
3rd Maine, Dirigo Base Ball Club, & 3rd Maine Tobogganeers
Craig sounds like it was a great turn out. Today I spoke with my 23 year old daughter on the phone. She had just marched in "her" first veterns day parade. Made tears stream down my face as my baby told me how proud she was that she had served in the Navy but she told me one thing that made my heart swell. She told me with a quiver in her little voice how proud she was of me her mother for always teaching her courage and the right God, Country, Family. I wish I had the courage that that little girl had when she left the farm in Kentucky and entered a mans world to fight for what she believes was a just cause. To all you men of the military past present and future you have my love and prayers forever. I am deeply greatful for all that has been given for the victory that has been gained. Hawks and Eagles Fly Like Doves
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Greetings,
Tom Nelson, Matt Bray and myself will meet at the Auburn Exit ride share area around 8:15am on 11/11/05. I believe form up is at 9:30am in Portland so, we will wait 10 min. for others who wish to ride down with us.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
Vet Parade
Do u know who to call, to be in the Parade?
I would like to ride my horses.
Parade dress?
What is standard dress for the parade? I imagine coat, leathers, etc -is knapsack required? How about red blanket? Greatcoat or poncho?
When I came back form Norlands I took my musket apart for a thorough winterizing cleaning, then it occurred to me that I would bring it to the parade! Oh, well, you can't clean your musket too much, I guess - I was told that the newbies have new, clean clothes and dirty pieces -but the old hands have old, dirty clothes and sparkling guns.
Heavy Marching Order Usually
Hi Tom, I won't be able to make the Parade this year. I imagine that someone will clarify if i am wrong but the Third usually performs in parades in heavy marching order. That means all the traps you can hang off yourself. :) Basically what we normally drill with plus a knapsack or blanket roll. Your red blanket would be visible. I usually go with my knapsack. But others will create a blanket roll to sling over their left shoulder and hang down to their right side.
The knapsack requires something in it to maintain a body and shape. So that means some weight is required. Whereas a blanket roll is usually just the blanket and is therefore not much weight.
As to old hand, dirty uniform, sparkling rifle, I don't know if I subscribe to that. My uniform is dirty when it needs to be and sparkling when it's appropriate. My rifle however, has a patina to it but it never mis-fires.
--
Michael Johnson
portland vets day parade
Details about the parade will be included in the November Third Maine newsletter, for those who are "subcribers". Mike Johnson has the basic dress info correct..heavy marching order (blanket rolls or knapsacks), all leathers, canteen, haversack. Will also need some rounds and caps as the unit will be firing ceremonial volleys at City Hall during the program Andrews Post in Portland is hosting the event, and from what I have seen, they have the whole thing lined up already. My guess is that no last minute entries will be accepted. All who wish to participate as Federals are welcome to march with the Third, as usual.
Monica McCusker, Pres of the Third is the unit contact dmesmcc@aol.com
for the parade.
but it never mis-fires.
but it never mis-fires.
Hmmm... I don't think I can say that!
Thanks for the info Mike and Captain Gowen - Anyway - ponchos or greatcoats, or just sack coats (or frocks)?
vets day parade
Tom
Frock preferred, sack o.k. No ponchos. Great coats maybe depending on weather...
Berry Good!
OK, Captain!
Errrr.... Since I don't have a frock yet, I will wear my sack coat. I'll bring my greatcoat and wear it if the other folks do.
How long is the route?
Vets Day Parade car pooling
Car pooling at Auburn Exit
We now have: Cathy & Zac Chase, Tom Nelson, Matt Bray, and myself. Please be there as close to 8:am as possible. We will park at the Top of the Old Port and walk to form up.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
Portland Veteran's Parade
FYI
Monica McCusker, Pres of the Third is the unit contact dmesmcc@aol.com
Plan to arrive at Parking lots (Elm Street Garage & Top of the Old Port lot are close to City Hall) by 9:30am as you will need to walk to the form up.
Form up at 10:am at Longfellow Square (Pine & State streets)
Step off at 10:30am and the parade ends at City Hall with a ceremony
The Salvation Army will be serving hot beverages at City Hall.
DIRECTIONS
* From 295
* Take exit 7 (Franklin Arterial)
Look for parking at this end of the parade route.
* Form up at 10:am at Longfellow Square (Pine & State streets)
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, company A
"I ain't as good as I once was. But I'm as good once as I ever was. I used to be Hell on wheels Back when I was younger man. Now my body says 'You can't do this boy' But my pride says 'Oh, yes you can."
The 15th Alabama will miss
The 15th Alabama will miss y'all up in Waterville this year! What we will ever do witout the 3rd's fife and drum corps to keep candance? I hope you all have a great time in Portland.
I'll be coming from
I'll be coming from Brunswick, is anyone able to link up with me there or between Brunswick and Portland? Alternatively - could I meet you somewhere Craig where I can park, at your Portland exit, for example, and go into the form-up location with you?
A ride for Tom
Tom,
Call Dan Cunningham. He will give you a ride to the Vets Day parade in Portland.
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, Company A
He can't throw it that far...
Boston College 47 Miami 45 November 23, 1984
MWLWN LABE! Molon labe, “Come and get them!
Thanks!
I will call him.
Boston College 47 Miami 45 November 23, 1984
That game was on my wedding rehersal dinner night. I remember it VERY well.
MWLWN LABE! Molon labe, “Come and get them!
Grand Day for the 3rd Maine
The Third Maine had 38 members march in the Vets Day parade in Portland. It was wonderful, wonderful, wonderful to see the ranks swell and the patriotic spirits soar for this day's celebration. Huzzah Third Maine!
Pvt/Lt Craig Young
3rd Maine, Company A
He can't throw it that far...
Boston College 47 Miami 45 November 23, 1984
MWLWN LABE! Molon labe, “Come and get them!
Pictures Pictures Pictures
I hate to have missed such a grand parade but another duty called!
OK So where are the pictures? 38 in ranks impressive indeed!
"Never Apologize, It's a sign of weakness!
Cpt. Nathan Brittles
Pvt. Steve Henry
Co. A, 3rd Maine Volunteer Infantry
"Bath City Greys
Vets Day Parade
Craig sounds like it was a great turn out. Today I spoke with my 23 year old daughter on the phone. She had just marched in "her" first veterns day parade. Made tears stream down my face as my baby told me how proud she was that she had served in the Navy but she told me one thing that made my heart swell. She told me with a quiver in her little voice how proud she was of me her mother for always teaching her courage and the right God, Country, Family. I wish I had the courage that that little girl had when she left the farm in Kentucky and entered a mans world to fight for what she believes was a just cause. To all you men of the military past present and future you have my love and prayers forever. I am deeply greatful for all that has been given for the victory that has been gained. Hawks and Eagles Fly Like Doves