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READFIELD — The Third Maine Infantry Civil War re-enactors will lead a special rememberance ceremony and walk, beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11.
Walkers should gather at the Readfield Corner Cemetery, Church Road, by 10 a.m. for a remembrance at the graves and memorial of some Third Maine soldiers. From there, the Third Maine fife and drummers will lead the way to Gile Hall for a closing ceremony at 11 a.m. in honor of all veterans.
The event, which is open to the public, is being planned by members of the Readfield Historical Society, select board, Cemetery Committee and Readfield United Methodist Church. Those who can’t walk are invited to follow in their cars. Antique cars or trucks would be welcome.
Veterans, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are encouraged to participate and to wear their uniforms and join the march. The Third Maine will give two musket volleys along the way, at the cemetery and outside Gile Hall.
Following the ceremony a free soup, bread and dessert luncheon will be served at Gile Hall, compliments of the Readfield United Methodist Church. Tom Giordano will provide background music during lunch and Capt. Matt Bray of the Third Maine will share information about the regiment.
Parking is available at the Old Fairgrounds parking lot or in the north end of the cemetery.
For more information, call 207-441-9184 or crossings4u@gmail.com.
