145th Anniversary of the Battle of Wilson’s Store

May 14-16th, 2010

On February 26, 1865 Confederate forces under the command of Joe Wheeler were entrenched along Cane Creek.  Federal forces under the command of General W.T. Sherman were in Lancaster, SC.  On March 1, 1865, these two groups meet in what was recorded as the Battle of Wilson’s Store about 11 miles south of Monroe, NC.  The Confederates displayed fidelity to country as they defended homes and firesides.  However both sides likely realized the War was drawing to a close.  The Federals would move on to Anson County and ultimately on to Fayetteville, NC.  The War would be over less than two months later.

Experience the sights and sounds of the armies in battle and in camp.  Listen to sound of the blacksmith forging metal into objects for war.  Observe a tea party as the women of the time would have enjoyed and stop by the fashion show to learn more about the civilian attire of time period. Schedule 

This event is sponsored by the Museum of the Waxhaws which celebrates the history of Waxhaw and the surrounding area.  Please visit the Museum and review the exhibits on display.

The Museum will be providing ice, water, and firewood to reenactors.

The Museum has established the following rules for the event.  Please take a moment to read these simple rules.  Event Rules

Reenactors and sutlers wishing to register for the event, please contact Captain R.M. "Jack" Flagg, 35th Regiment at rflaggcwr@yahoo.com.  Please include the name of your Unit and the anticipated number of soldiers and civilian impressionists expected to attend as the site is attempting to secure sufficient funding for a meal for the reenactors. 

Sutler and Reenactor Registration Information and Directions.

Captain "Jack' Flagg

35th Regiment North Carolina Troops

Company F, Union County