World War II Event

Saturday, April 26, 2008
10:00am to 4:00pm
During the winter of 1944 before the Battle of the Bulge, two locations were vital to the Germans and the Allies, Bastogne and St. Vith. The locations of major crossroads for resupplying and re-enforcing each army for the battle they knew were ahead. The German armored columns had to take St. Vith and stop the American Army, moving like a juggernaut towards the homeland.
For one day, Fort Mifflin becomes a European battlefield, just as if it happening. Step back in time to the year 1944, with authentic WWII Living History Displays and LIVE battle re-enactments. Join Fort Mifflin and the 78th Infantry Living History Association as we recreate this epic engagement that began the Battle of the Bulge. To learn more about the 78th Infantry Division Living History Association, go to their website at: www.78thinfantry.com.
 Fort Mifflin
Fort Mifflin Road
Philadelphia, PA 19153

215-685-4167

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