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Expertise
I am currently a reenactor of both the American Civil War and World War II. I have been involved with other reenactments from many periods including Roman and the Middle Ages/Renaissance. I am quite well versed in all aspects of military history from the Ancient Period all the way up to World War II, especially regarding Military Engineering up to the period of the American Civil War. I am or have been a history teacher at the high school and junior high school level.
Experience in the area
I have a degree in History. I have studied and traveled extensively both within the United States and overseas. I currently do presentations for local schools and teacher certification programs. As a reenactor I am a member of a tank crew with the 2nd Panzer Division, and Chief of Staff for the 1st Confederate Brigade in Illinois. I have been reenacting for almost two decades.
Organizations
Confederate Corps of Engineers, unit commander First Confederate Brigade of Illinois, chief engineer, chief of staff Second Panzer Division, WWII Historical Reenactment Society: MHEA, Military History Education Association
Publications
Reenactor Magazine, Various articles
Education/Credentials
Bachelors degree in History and Education from Elmhurst College in Illinois.
What do you like about this subject?
If people like to fish, they go fishing. If you love history, and want to experience it for yourself, then Reenacting is the hobby for you.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
My thirst for historical knowledge of all types is unquenchable. I want to learn everything I can.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Engineer troops during the American Civil War made up the smallest number of troops of any branch (besides the balloon corps). But their jobs were the most varied and usually the most mentally and physically challenging.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Reenactors are the most diverse group of individuals across the board hands down. Racially, economically, etc. A love of History brings them together.
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Recent Reviews from Users
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| Peter | 12/17/11 | 7 | 10 | 10 | |
| Swishy | 12/17/11 | 7 | 10 | 10 | Thanks :D I loled at the money ..... |
| Chayla | 02/21/11 | 10 | 1 | 10 | That didn't even come close to answering ..... |
| Pat | 09/23/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | was very quick and answered my question |
| John | 07/02/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Jack Pickup Jr.
2011-12-13 WWI or WWII domestic history:
The generic response to this would have a lot to do with that persons status in society and whether or not they were common, gentry, noble, etc. A woman who is of that age who is from one of the lower
2011-10-27 WWII U.S. Reenactor Groups:
I am sorry, I was indisposed for a period of time. I hope your question was answered somewhere. I do not have the info you are looking for. If you are still in need of information, please e-mail me
2011-02-19 American History:
Joseph Plumb Martin's "Experiences" is basically his autobiography of his service in the American Revolution. Was the question that simple, or did you want a more specific answer? I would hate to over
2011-01-29 history:
As much as I would love to wax poetic about the United Nations (especially its evils...) this sounds like a detailed question for a high school or college class, and I'm not supposed to answer those.
2010-11-11 Cannonballs?:
Hi there. For some reason this question got moved to my junk mail and overlooked. Now I am peeking around my account here and find that I have had a question pending since November. Sorry about that
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