The Fort Loudoun Historical Society (FLHS) Site Rules:
 
1.Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (parent, guardian, etc). No child under the age of 16 may use firearms in battle reenactments or tactical demonstrations.
2.Events do not have to be publicized or advertised, however, there can be no “private” events, the site will remain open to random public access from daylight till dusk. Public visitors must be treated cordially and accommodated if they approach and ask questions.
3.We will keep gates at the circle closed and dummy locked during your time there.
4.Any fires (fireplaces, wood stoves, and fire pits) can NOT be left unattended. A full bucket of water must be placed next to any fire. Do not forget to open dampers in barracks fireplaces before use, and close at end of event.
5.Potable water is available (one spigot inside the fort, 2 spigots outside the fort).
6.Straw will not be provided
7.Tenant in the James Patton House is not to be disturbed. No camping or activity is permitted within 25 yards of Patton House without prior authorization
8.At conclusion of event, any tables used will be wiped clean, fires must be fully extinguished, fireplace coals/residue removed to the outside fire pit, trash removed to dumpster, any buildings used must be swept out and site returned to condition in which found, and all gates locked when last person leaves.
9.The legal, 21+ age consumption of alcohol, in moderation, is permitted “after hours.” Any issues, complaints, problems, disturbances, etc. arising from alcohol use will result in a non-negotiable permanent ban of all members of the group involved, from all subsequent Fort Loudoun events.
10.FLHS has no responsibilities regarding any personal property brought on to the premises. FLHS will regard any unclaimed property to be abandoned after 30 days, and will dispose of unclaimed property as FLHS deems appropriate.
11.We are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including the local laws and regulations applicable to FLHS.
12.All preparation, decorating, clean up, et-cetera, must be done during the duration of the site rental.  Other events may be scheduled in time periods adjacent to this event rental.
13.Children must be always supervised.
14.Lit candles are only allowed if they are in a lantern that is at least as high as the top of the candle flame and are constantly supervised.
15.Open fires must always have a bucket of water within 3 feet of fire.
16.We shall pick up spent cartridges from reenactment activity if fired in the fort and Patton house area.
17.The Renter and guests are not permitted in the museum, gift shop, site bathrooms or small outbuildings that are not otherwise open to the public without permission from FLHS.
18.The Renter and guests will respect site boundaries and not trespass onto neighboring properties.
 
Emergency Information:
Call 911 for any emergency
Fort Site Address: 1720 North Brooklyn Road, Fort Loudon, PA 17224 
Chambersburg Hospital: 112 N 7th St, Chambersburg, PA 17201; 717-267-3000; 13.1 miles 
Fulton County Med Center: 214 Peach Orchard Rd, McConnellsburg, PA 17233; 717-485-3155; 10.5 miles
PA State Police: Troop H Chambersburg; 717-264-5161 
Mercersburg Fire Dept.: 717-328-3727 
 
Amenities: 
Grocery Store: Food Lion (431 Fort Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236) 6.5 miles
Convenience Store: Rutter’s (378 N. Main St, Mercersburg, PA 17236) 7.4 miles
Convenience Store: Dollar General (134 Path Valley Rd, Fort Loudon, PA 17224) 1.8 miles 
Gas Station: Pensinger’s (123 Path Valley Rd, Fort Loudon, PA 17224) 1.8 miles
Questions and/or concerns, contact the president of the Historical Society at 717-372-5945
 

Scenario:
A small group of Allied troops reconsolidate force strength at a rural French village, preparing for their last push through enemy lines. Wehrmacht Infantry prepare a defense in depth position protecting the flank of their Fall Gelb Offensive. The Netherlands has just surrendered, Belgium is close to collapse, the Ardennes is flowing German troops in from the east, the Sedan redoubt has fallen, German forces are driving west to the English Channel. Civilian refugees escaping this advance are colliding with German and Allied positions.
 
Impression Requirements:
All armed combatants must be 16 years of age or older. Those under 16 can perform a non-combatant, age-appropriate support role while under supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
 
Please read the “Impression Guidelines” on http://www.battleoffrance.com to confirm basic minimum acceptable kit and safety requirements are met.
*Civilian guidelines are not posted on the website, so please reach out to the French Requirements Coordinator for guidance.
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge the requirements of your Military - (infantry / front line support) and Civilian (refugee/camp Support) impression:
 
German (Heer) – French – British (BEF) - Belgian - Dutch - Civilian
 
If you have any questions, please contact the Impression Representatives, see Requirements on www.battleoffrance.com.
 
Front Line Support- field medical, communications … impressions with functional equipment that can add to this immersive event.
 
Registration:
We strongly request you arrive early Friday or Saturday morning for smooth and timely registration. We would prefer your late arrival to not disrupt the immersion experience.
Please check in before setting up and kitting out to receive instructions on; camp sites, parking and generally what is going on for the weekend.

Parking, will be at the Patton House. Please follow the directional signs posted.

Registration ends 03/22/2026.
 
****We will require a minimum attendance, of an energetic combat squad 12-15 per side to make the event happen. After registration we will confirm if the event is a go or no-go with a refund.****

*No Refunds otherwise*

Day tripping and overnight camping are both acceptable.

Walk-ons are welcome.

Activity Flow:
• Friday afternoon we will be developing each army and going through some required training. Equipment testing and field preparation will be needed to be completed. That evening we will begin our 20-hour limited combat immersion.
• Saturday will be the unrestricted immersive combat, which will take up most of the day. It will follow with cultural activities. The evening, we will have a soirée at Café Louis for the two armies to come together socially, after combat. We will pace the day to minimize burn out and fatigue but maximize the fun and camaraderie of the immersive experience.
• Early Sunday will be the expected departure time for the event.
 
Grooming:
Maintain the style of hair and facial hair required by your national army unit for 1940. This will be on average, short hair off the ears and no beards. If you have long hair keep it covered.
 
Army Directors:
There will be army Directors for each army, Matthew Tobin & Craig Alarie (Allied) and Aaron Bosnick & Gentry Herring(German), who will monitor their camps and make sure they are cleaned up before departure. Please leave the area cleaner then how you found it.
 
Photographer:
‘Leslie Granda-Hill’, will be taking photo and videos throughout Saturday, please note we will have fewer photographers then in the past, so you are encouraged to take your own photos and share on FB.
2024 Photo & Video - BATTLE OF FRANCE EVENTS
*If you are wearing a kit that you do not want on social media, please inform the photographer politely.
 
Registration Fee (What You get): $15
• Saturday Dinner (Please stay in your army camp for properly allocated portions)
• Site Donation: (Water, Toilets, Insurance, Firewood, etc…)
 
*Please take out your TRASH at the end of the event. *
 
Command Structure:
Please note that if you are joining us that you will be expected to perform your duties late Friday and all Saturday as if you are a mobilized soldier in Spring 1940. Military protocol will be required. There will be an established Commander and Non-Commissioned Officers that must be listened to if their commands are lawful and safe. We want you to have an enjoyable experience but would like the immersion to not be broken. Please present any concerns to your chain of command or event staff with any discrepancies. This is a non-negotiable command structure which will be broken down by army Friday evening. We understand a mixture of units will be in attendance that is why we must state this concern.
 
Camp:
There will be room for a separate Allied and German camps. Some basic amenities will be provided i.e water, portable toilets, and wood. Campfires are allowed. If any holes are dug, please fill them in after. Stay out of your enemy’s camp during Friday evening to Saturday afternoon.
 
We encourage you to bring any period-correct camp site props that can help enhance the immersive experience i.e. road signs in French, roadblocks like cheveaux-de-frisse , sandbags, communication equipment, medical gear, flags, table, chairs, bicycles etc..

Vehicles:
If you have interest bringing vehicles correct to 1940, please contact us to discuss first.
 
What's New:

• The German camp will be more conveniently located in the reenactor parking over flow field area on the right as you enter.
• Due to increased civilian interest, we will be encouraging a mid-day village scenario at the fort for Allies and Germans

​Battle of France Events staff in collaboration with 92e Régiment d'Infanterie and 1940 Allies and members of KG Franzky, are happy to host this annual event. Thank you all, for your continued support.
 
This is Not Real War! Have Fun!