March back in time to winter 1945 as Fort Mifflin becomes the town of Schmidt, in the southern portion of the Hurtgen Forest. The Battle of the Hurtgen Forest produced extraordinary casualties in both Axis and Allied armies but is often overshadowed by the following, and better known, Battle of the Bulge. Visitors can view two narrated battle reenactments (11 AM and 3 PM) from atop the Fort walls. See the medics treat the wounded on at a Red Cross field hospital. Interact with “soldiers,” meet Veterans, participate in a Scavenger Hunt, see weapons demonstrations, enjoy living history activities, tour the barracks and bunkers and MORE! Share some holiday cheer with a veteran by bringing a holiday card to be distributed to a local VA Hospital or Veteran’s organization.
Fort Mifflin was a Naval Ammunition Depot during this time period and visitors will enjoy guided tours of the fort, including the casemates and magazines in use at that time.
Don’t be left in the 21st century – March back in time and get to know life on the Western Front, circa 1945. This is an all-weather event, and many activities and displays are in the buildings.
