Live Reenacting of the Revolutionary War

Watch as George and Martha Washington perform a live reenactment of colonial and military life.
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Bill and Cara Elder are retired educators who taught in both Pennsylvania and Florida (Bill taught High School History and Exceptional Student Education; Cara taught Computer Applications and elementary). They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for 15 years and belong to the 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment of the Continental Line and His Majesty's 43rd Regiment of Foot. They explain and demonstrate colonial life, military life (American and British), and portray George and Martha Washington

Here are 10 great reasons to have them speak!

1 - They look like the Washingtons
2 - They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for over 15 years
3 - They dress like the Washingtons
4 - They are affiliated with the Daughters of The American Revolution
5 - They are former educators that know their stuff
6 - They are affiliated with the Sons of The American Revolution
7 - They are able to effective role play as the Washingtons in First Person
8 - They are active in the living history community
9 - They have presentations and are willing to travel
10 - They really love doing this

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"You might, and I suppose did perceive, from the Tenor of my letters, that I was apprehensive I could not avoid this appointment, as I did not even pretend [t]o intimate when I should return - that was the case - it was utterly out of my power to refuse this appointment without exposing my Character to such censures as would have reflected dishonor upon myself, and given pain to my friends - this, I am sure could not, and ought not be pleasing to you, & must have lessened me considerably in my own esteem. I shall rely therefore, confidently, on that Providence which has heretofore preserved, & been bountiful to me, not doubting but that I shall return safe to you in the fall - I shall feel no pain from the Toil, or the danger of the Campaign - My unhappiness will flow, from the uneasiness I know you will feel at being left alone - I beg of you to summon your whole fortitude Resolution, and pass your time as agreeably as possible - nothing will give me so much sincere satisfaction as to hear this, and to hear it from your own pen."

Letter, George Washington to Martha Washington, June 18, 1775

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Historic Interpreters and 18th Century Reenactors

Bill and Cara Elder retired from teaching in Pennsylvania public schools in 1999, and then after 10 years, retired from Florida public schools on June 9, 2009. They are historic interpreters and 18th Century reenactors who enjoy depicting life in the colonial times.

As George and Martha Washington, they have made appearances at Fort Roberdeau in Pennsylvania, The Villages, FL, The Living History Park, North Augusta, SC, and at the request of many organizations and school groups. They have delivered their message, “In God We Still Trust” at church services in Florida and Pennsylvania, as well as making topic presentations to the Sons of the American Revolution/Daughters of the American Revolution in the DeLand, FL and Ormond Beach, FL Chapters, the local historical society, and The Living History Park in North Augusta, SC, and most recently for the Lifelong Learning College in The Villages, FL.

As members of the 2nd PA Regiment of the Continental Line and 43rd Regiment of Foot in His Majesty's Army they have participated in major battle reenactments, such as Battleroad 2000 in Lexington and Concord (MA) to commemorate and celebrate the 225th anniversary of the American Revolution, Battle of Charleston (SC), Bordentown (New Jersey), Battle of the Hook (Gloucester, VA), Battle of Monmouth (New Jersey), Battle at Brandywine (PA), and many others which has added to their background knowledge of the Revolutionary War and Colonial Living.

In addition, they have contributed to living history events in Mt. Vernon, Valley Forge, Philadelphia 4th of July, Williamsburg, Princeton Battlefield (NJ), Paoli (PA), Hope Lodge (PA), Fort Roberdeau (PA).

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Living history: George and Martha Washington

"As I am within a few minutes of leaving this City, I could not think of departing from it without dropping you a line, especially as I do not know whether it may be in my power to write you again till I get to the Camp at Boston - I go fully trusting in that Providence, which has been more bountiful to me than I deserve, & in full confidence of a happy Meeting with you sometime in the Fall - I have no time to add more, as I am surrounded with Company to take leave of me - I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time or distance can change."

George Washington to Martha Washington
Phila. June 23d. 1775

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Living History with George and Martha Washington

Welcome to the website of George and Martha Washington depicted by Bill and Cara Elder. We are Historians - 1st person interpreters of George and Martha Washington. Providing a lesson in living history, we would love to be a part of your event or make a presentation to your group or school.

I am sure that never was a people, who had more reason to acknowledge a Divine interposition in their affairs, than those of the United States; and I should be pained to believe that they have forgotten that agency, which was so often manifested during our Revolution, or that they failed to consider the omnipotence of that God who is alone able to protect them.”
George Washington.

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