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"Just South of Gettysburg"
162nd Corbit's Charge Anniversary Event Event Location: Westminster City Hall (Emerald Hill) 1838 Emerald Hill Ln, Westminster, MD 21157 Date To Be Determined Scroll Down for more Details |
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"Just South of Gettysburg"
162nd Corbit's Charge Anniversary Event Event Location: Westminster City Hall (Emerald Hill) 1838 Emerald Hill Ln, Westminster, MD 21157 Date To Be Determined Scroll Down for more Details |
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Date: To Be Determined
Time: To Be Determined Location: Westminster City Hall 1838 Emerald Hill Ln, Westminster, MD 21157 |
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Remembering the PastPhotos of previous Memorial Ceremonies and Graveside Services at the event.
The Memorial Ceremony is held at the Corbit's Charge Monument located at Court Place, Westminster, MD. It honors the legacy of everyone who was impacted by the Battle of Westminster The Graveside Service is held in the Churchyard of the Ascension Church (24 N. Court St, Westminster) and honors Lt. John William Murray , 4th VA Cav., and Cpl. Samuel Butler of the 32nd U.S.C.T. Inf. |
Children's ActivitiesPhotos of Children's Activities held during previous events.
The event hosts a number of hands-on children's activities including writing with a dip pen, sewing projects, Civil War Era games, learning about soldier life, and many others. The event has activities for visitors of all ages. The Corbit's Charge event has also featured a Jr. Historian program, where youth visitors can complete activities and earn their Jr. Historian Badge. Since 2017, over 300 Jr. Historian Badges have been awarded. |
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Artisans and Crafts Featured at eventsEach event is known to feature local artisans, craftsmen, and experts showing off their skills at the event.
We have had The Log Cabin Caner, The Tin Man, The Homestead Forge, John Milleker Photography, Lambert's Carriage Company, J.B. Bradley (Jacob Bush) Tailor, and many others at previous events. |
Presentations and Historical DemonstrationsThe Corbit's Charge Event is an educational experience. Visitors witness a variety of displays, presentations, and demonstrations on topics relating to Corbit's Charge , the Civil War, and Carroll County History.
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Military DemonstrationsEach event features a variety of military demonstrations ranging from tactics to camp life. They allow visitors to gain a glimpse into the lives of soldiers during the Civil War.
These demonstrations are usually a highlight of the event and tend to draw a crowd. |
Tours of Westminster's Historic SitesEach event features tours of the Corbit's Charge battle and Westminster's Historic Sites. Our guides are knowledgeable and enjoy teaching visitors about the history of the area.
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Music and ConcertsMusic was a major feature of life in the 1860's. Concerts and music in camp brought joy and happiness during a difficult war.
The Corbit's Charge event recognizes the importance of music during that time and features music and concerts during the events . |
A Brief History of Corbit's ChargeThe quiet afternoon air of June 29, 1863 was suddenly shattered by the sounds of gunfire, the rattle of sabers, and the thunder of horses’ hooves. This battle featured 108 Union troopers from companies C and D of the 1st Delaware Cavalry clashing against the vanguard of 5,000 Confederate Cavalry troopers under command of J.E.B. Stuart. This brisk fight at the Junction of Washington Road and Main Street has been named Corbit’s Charge after Captain Charles Corbit who bravely led the Union troopers. Although the battle was a Confederate victory, this act of “suicidal bravery” on the part of the inexperienced and outnumbered Union troopers helped to impede J.E.B. Stuart’s ability to link up with the Confederate infantry in Pennsylvania. This was a contributing factor in the Union Victory at the battle of Gettysburg, PA.
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