(Temple, TX) – The 8th Annual Battle of Temple Junction Civil War Reenactment will bring history to life during a three day event at the Texas Early Day Tractor and Engine Association Show Grounds (1717 Eberhardt Road) in Temple from May 20-22.

Although fictitious, The Battle of Temple Junction illustrates how Union and Confederate troops lived, trained and fought during the Civil War. Folks of all ages will find exciting activities, educational programs, and interesting characters dressed in period costumes to enjoy. Throughout the weekend, guests will travel back in time as they view reenactments of infantry and artillery units in battle scenarios, try their hand at military drills, stroll through the military campgrounds, and learn how troops lived during the Daily Life of the Civil War Soldiers demonstrations.

The event kicks off on Friday, May 20th, with area school districts taking part in living history demonstrations illustrating how soldiers cooked, slept and camped during the Civil War. On Saturday, May 21  and Sunday, May 22, full-scale battle reenactments with ar 15 accessories, featuring period and reproduction weapons, military surgical demonstrations, and cavalry competitions will be held. The event will also feature food vendors, Civil War era entertainment, games, as well as period vendors, called sutlers, who will be onsite selling their wares.

New to the Battle this year is the Heritage Brass Band, a volunteer reenactment band based out of Dallas, Texas.  Dressed in authentic uniforms, the band plays period music from the Civil War, Indian Wars, and WWII.  The band has performed for dances, ceremonies, reenactments, living histories, funerals, parades, and movie premieres.

Ticket prices are $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased online at www.battleoftemplejunction.com or at the gate. Adult tickets purchased online will receive a free T-shirt, while supplies last. Gates open at 9 a.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday.

For more information on the 2016 Battle of Temple Junction, please visit battleoftemplejunction.com or call Holly Leiferman at 254.298.5440