Hampton’s Battery F Roster

 

Captain, Greg Hampton and Karen Hampton

Captain, Robert Brown and Joyce Brown

Sergeant, Sam Foster - Cannoneer and Cindy

Corporal, Tim Galloway - Cannoneer

Corporal, Jimmy Brown - Cannoneer

Corporal, Brad Clark - Cannoneer

Private, Dennis Good - Cannoneer and Rachel

Private, Justin Good - Cannoneer

Private, Darryl Bertani - Cannoneer

Private, James Foster - Cannoneer

Private, Justin Foster - Cannoneer

Private, Gary Smail - Cannoneer

Private, Dave Bogonovich - Cannoneer

Private, Luke Bogonovich - Cannoneer

Private, Dan Bogonovich - Cannoneer

Private, Blaine Clark - Cannoneer

*Private, Gary Regal - Cannoneer

*Private, Gary  Regal Jr. - Cannoneer

Private, Frank Neshturek - Cannoneer

Social Members - Barb and Paul Galloway

Social Members - Ted Sheperd and Jason Koslosky

Social Members - Chuck Patz - Cannoneer and Judy

 

Prospective Member - Andy Kleinschnitz

Prospective Member - John Yuran

 

 

How to become a Member

 

The Hampton’s Battery F is selective in recruiting new members for our unit. We are looking for people who have a genuine interest in the Civil War and a sincere willingness to authentically recreate the life of a Union soldier in the Artillery. If you are interested in our organization, here are the steps you need to follow to join:

 

Meet the Members

 

The first step is to meet the members of Hampton’s Battery F. Every unit has different personalities and perhaps you would feel better with another Battery. If interested in our Battery, come see us at a living history event and decide whether you like this hobby. Reenacting can be a physically and strenuous hobby to be involved in. It is not for everyone.

 

Express Your Interest to Us

 

Next, if you have decided you would like to try us out, get in touch with us and let us know you are interested. Give us some background about yourself and ask any questions you may have. We can put you on our emailing list and invite you to observe a future event.

 

Become a Member

 

Once we have gotten acquainted with each other and you have read our By-Laws and fully understand its meaning then you will be voted in as a member. In some cases you maybe voted in as a probationary member if you have been with another unit. In this unit there is no number of required events to attend. After your first battle you will be given your cross cannons and the Company “F” to put on your cap by the Commander. You will receive a color copy of the document from the State Senate acknowledging our unit as the official Hampton’s Battery F reenactment unit. Also after one year of membership in good standing with the Battery you will receive The Hampton’s Battery F Challenge Coin.

 

 Uniform and Equipment

 

You must acquire a basic uniform and the minimum equipment to participate in events with the Battery in order to present a good cannoneers impression. If need the membership will be glad to guide you to places were you can find good quality uniforms and equipment to purchase. It is not a good idea too cut corners nor buy on impulse. This hobby is expensive enough without having to buy something twice again. We do not recommend any one particular Civil War Sutler to purchase from. All have different prices and quality of merchandise. We do recommend for you to take your time to compare and look for specials.

 

Your Basic Uniform

 

Civil War period shoes “Brogans,”   $90 to $110    Boots, $175 to $235

 

Federal Issue (sky-blue kersey) foot trousers and suspenders - $82 to $95

 

Artillery Shell Jacket with red piping - $130 to $160

 

Model 1858 Forage (“bummer’s”) cap - $35 to $45

 

Federal Issue Shirt - $23 to $36

 

Your Basic Equipment

 

Tarred Haversack US  (food bag) $26 to $32

 

Modle 1858 US Canteen with blue covering, Stainless $48 and Tin $29.95

 

Cup, knife, fork, spoon, plate - $35

 

Sword belt and buckle  $45 - $95  or Belt with US Plate - $24 to $35

 

 “A” Tent basic size $145 to $165

 

Optional items you should eventually get.

 

Federal Issue overcoat (Great Coat) $159 to $189