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Open Home, Planet War II re-enactment, and auto & airplane museum at Collings Foundation, Stow MA
Image by Chris Devers
Pasting from the web site of the Collings Foundation:
The Collings Foundation Hosts:
Battle for the Airfield
WWII Reenactment and Living History Weekend
October 10th and 11th
Image this:
….An undercover French Resistance Fighter met with the Allied Forces and showed the precise coordinates of the German encampment. The evening before an elite German force more than took a modest grass airstrip just a few hundred feet away. The Allied Forces had to obtain handle of this airfield so they could fly in considerably-necessary supplies. – It was going to be a difficult fight.
How will the battle end? Will the Allied troops be able to achieve control of the airfield and additional their advancement? You will have to be here to uncover out. The Collings Foundation will host a Living History event you will by no means neglect. You will be able to see original gear from WWII in action. Every thing from the cooking utensils to M1 rifles is original. The only event of this type – in the world. – Don’t miss it!
October 10th and 11th
Open Everyday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Entry Charge: Adults / Youngsters
This is a public occasion and reservations are not needed.
Two reenactments per day: 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Display will incorporate:
* Aircraft: TBM Avenger, Wright "Vin Fiz" replica, 1909 Bleriot, Fokker DR-I replica, PT-17 Stearman, Cessna UC-78 Bobcat, North American AT-six Texan, Fiesler Fi-156 Storch, and a lot of more!
* Automobiles: Whole Collings Foundation collection – see list for details.
* Collings Foundation Gift Shop
* Vetran’s Roundtable Discussion: Hear incredible stories from WWII Veterans about thier experiences in the course of the war. 1:00 PM on hangar floor – both 10/10 and ten/11.
* PT-17 Stearman Rides – Limited Availability
* for 1/2 Hour
* Call 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* See PT-17 Info here
* T-six Texan Rides – Restricted Availability
* for 45 minutes
* Call 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* The WWII Battle reenactment will take spot twice every day on the grass landing strip in front of the hangar. It will take location at 11 AM and three:30 PM.
* There will be suprises each and every battle!
* The Collings Foundation grounds are really good and make a excellent setting for such an occasion. Receiving right here is difficult! Click on the hyperlink above for directions.
* The Fiesler FI-156 Storch has an amazing history throughout WWII. This aircraft is nicely identified for its versatility and simple flying qualities. The plane that saved Mussolini! (temporarily). We will be flying as portion of the battle reenactment.
* Our M-16 Half-Track has been beautifully restored. The quad mount 50cal machine guns fully rotate. The M-16 will be participating in the WWII battle reenactments.
* The German 88mm flak cannon was feared by all airmen. 1 of the initial weapons to have "pre-programmed" ammunition. This cannon will also be a portion of the battle reenactments.
* For a "birds eye" view of the event- we will be providing PT-17 Stearman and T-6 Texan flights. Flying in these aircraft is a lot of enjoyable! Get in touch with to reserve your flight: 800-568-8924
* Post-war German ingenuity.. A Messerschmitt minicar! On show courtesy of the Gould Foundation collection.
* It will be the Allied vs. the Axis in a very memorable battle re-enactment! This living history perfomance will captivate and educate. It will take location every single day at 11 AM and 3:30 PM.
Open House, Planet War II re-enactment, and auto & airplane museum at Collings Foundation, Stow MA
Image by Chris Devers
Pasting from the internet site of the Collings Foundation:
The Collings Foundation Hosts:
Battle for the Airfield
WWII Reenactment and Living History Weekend
October 10th and 11th
Image this:
….An undercover French Resistance Fighter met with the Allied Forces and showed the exact coordinates of the German encampment. The evening ahead of an elite German force over took a modest grass airstrip just a few hundred feet away. The Allied Forces had to achieve handle of this airfield so they could fly in significantly-required supplies. – It was going to be a tough fight.
How will the battle finish? Will the Allied troops be able to gain manage of the airfield and further their advancement? You will have to be here to find out. The Collings Foundation will host a Living History occasion you will never ever neglect. You will be able to see original equipment from WWII in action. Everything from the cooking utensils to M1 rifles is original. The only occasion of this variety – in the planet. – Don’t miss it!
October 10th and 11th
Open Everyday: 8:30 AM to four:30 PM
Entry Fee: Adults / Children
This is a public occasion and reservations are not required.
Two reenactments per day: 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Show will incorporate:
* Aircraft: TBM Avenger, Wright "Vin Fiz" replica, 1909 Bleriot, Fokker DR-I replica, PT-17 Stearman, Cessna UC-78 Bobcat, North American AT-6 Texan, Fiesler Fi-156 Storch, and many far more!
* Automobiles: Complete Collings Foundation collection – see list for particulars.
* Collings Foundation Present Shop
* Vetran’s Roundtable Discussion: Hear wonderful stories from WWII Veterans about thier experiences during the war. 1:00 PM on hangar floor – each 10/10 and 10/11.
* PT-17 Stearman Rides – Restricted Availability
* for 1/two Hour
* Call 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* See PT-17 Information right here
* T-six Texan Rides – Limited Availability
* for 45 minutes
* Get in touch with 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* The WWII Battle reenactment will take location twice each day on the grass landing strip in front of the hangar. It will take location at 11 AM and 3:30 PM.
* There will be suprises every battle!
* The Collings Foundation grounds are very nice and make a great setting for such an occasion. Getting right here is tricky! Click on the link above for directions.
* The Fiesler FI-156 Storch has an extraordinary history during WWII. This aircraft is nicely recognized for its versatility and easy flying characteristics. The plane that saved Mussolini! (temporarily). We will be flying as component of the battle reenactment.
* Our M-16 Half-Track has been beautifully restored. The quad mount 50cal machine guns fully rotate. The M-16 will be participating in the WWII battle reenactments.
* The German 88mm flak cannon was feared by all airmen. One particular of the very first weapons to have "pre-programmed" ammunition. This cannon will also be a component of the battle reenactments.
* For a "birds eye" view of the occasion- we will be supplying PT-17 Stearman and T-six Texan flights. Flying in these aircraft is a lot of entertaining! Contact to reserve your flight: 800-568-8924
* Post-war German ingenuity.. A Messerschmitt minicar! On show courtesy of the Gould Foundation collection.
* It will be the Allied vs. the Axis in a quite memorable battle re-enactment! This living history perfomance will captivate and educate. It will take spot each day at 11 AM and 3:30 PM.
Open Residence, Planet War II re-enactment, and auto & airplane museum at Collings Foundation, Stow MA
Image by Chris Devers
Pasting from the internet site of the Collings Foundation:
The Collings Foundation Hosts:
Battle for the Airfield
WWII Reenactment and Living History Weekend
October 10th and 11th
Picture this:
….An undercover French Resistance Fighter met with the Allied Forces and showed the exact coordinates of the German encampment. The evening just before an elite German force over took a little grass airstrip just a handful of hundred feet away. The Allied Forces had to achieve manage of this airfield so they could fly in significantly-necessary supplies. – It was going to be a hard fight.
How will the battle end? Will the Allied troops be in a position to gain control of the airfield and additional their advancement? You will have to be right here to uncover out. The Collings Foundation will host a Living History event you will never ever neglect. You will be able to see original gear from WWII in action. Every little thing from the cooking utensils to M1 rifles is original. The only event of this sort – in the globe. – Do not miss it!
October 10th and 11th
Open Everyday: eight:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Entry Charge: Adults / Youngsters
This is a public occasion and reservations are not necessary.
Two reenactments per day: 11:00 AM and three:30 PM.
Show will contain:
* Aircraft: TBM Avenger, Wright "Vin Fiz" replica, 1909 Bleriot, Fokker DR-I replica, PT-17 Stearman, Cessna UC-78 Bobcat, North American AT-6 Texan, Fiesler Fi-156 Storch, and a lot of more!
* Automobiles: Complete Collings Foundation collection – see list for details.
* Collings Foundation Gift Shop
* Vetran’s Roundtable Discussion: Hear incredible stories from WWII Veterans about thier experiences during the war. 1:00 PM on hangar floor – each ten/ten and ten/11.
* PT-17 Stearman Rides – Restricted Availability
* for 1/2 Hour
* Get in touch with 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* See PT-17 Info right here
* T-6 Texan Rides – Limited Availability
* for 45 minutes
* Contact 978-562-9182 for reservations.
* The WWII Battle reenactment will take spot twice every day on the grass landing strip in front of the hangar. It will take spot at 11 AM and 3:30 PM.
* There will be suprises every single battle!
* The Collings Foundation grounds are very good and make a excellent setting for such an occasion. Acquiring here is tricky! Click on the hyperlink above for directions.
* The Fiesler FI-156 Storch has an outstanding history in the course of WWII. This aircraft is properly recognized for its versatility and straightforward flying qualities. The plane that saved Mussolini! (temporarily). We will be flying as component of the battle reenactment.
* Our M-16 Half-Track has been beautifully restored. The quad mount 50cal machine guns totally rotate. The M-16 will be participating in the WWII battle reenactments.
* The German 88mm flak cannon was feared by all airmen. One particular of the very first weapons to have "pre-programmed" ammunition. This cannon will also be a portion of the battle reenactments.
* For a "birds eye" view of the occasion- we will be providing PT-17 Stearman and T-6 Texan flights. Flying in these aircraft is a lot of exciting! Get in touch with to reserve your flight: 800-568-8924
* Post-war German ingenuity.. A Messerschmitt minicar! On show courtesy of the Gould Foundation collection.
* It will be the Allied vs. the Axis in a really memorable battle re-enactment! This living history perfomance will captivate and educate. It will take location each and every day at 11 AM and three:30 PM.