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One-hundred and twenty eight years after the unit was deactivated, 2nd Coy of the 57th Regiment of Foot was re-activated. It was formed in
2009 by dedicated historians of the Crimean War who wanted to share their knowledge with others who had similar interests.
Based in Kiev, Ukraine the unit is an official part of parent British Group "The Diehards"
The company is too "young" to have its own reenacting experience but it performs the hard work to be the best Crimean War Living History Group
worldwide. The unit boasts a very diverse membership. 2nd Coy is comprised of members that live in Ukraine, Russia and Belorussia, and who
are employed in a multitude of occupations from college student to corporate executive. Frequently attendance at Crimean War re-enacting
events is the norm for the unit.
The Diehards stress authenticity to the Crimean War period of 1854-1856. The uniform and equipment target date is September, 1854, the
start of the Battle of Alma. 2nd Coy is going to be very active in both battle and military drill demonstrations for the public (Living History festivals), as well as
living history encampments.
The Diehards members have many strong ties with other Living History Groups of all periods who share this great hobby.
The Diehards regularly participate in both regional and national re-enacting events such as Alma Battle, Siege of Sevastopol. Watch for
the line of "Red Coats" in the battles - you will most likely find us leading the charge!
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Members of The Diehards |
Pte. S. Woodford
Pte. H. Demke
Pte. B. Fosters
Pte. P. O'Donnel
Pte. P. Higgins
Bagpiper S. McFee |
Kiev, Ukraine
Sevastopol, Ukraine
Saint-Petersburg, Russia
Minsk, Belorussia
Moscow, Russia
Kiev, Ukraine | |
Pte. Woodford | |
