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You can become an active part of World War II re-enacting. Participation in this fun, fast growing, educational hobby will bring your interest in WWII history to life.

Join the	105th ENGINEER COMBAT BATTALION
	30th Infantry Division
	World War II Historical Re-enactment Society

A unique group of military enthusiasts, historians, and collectors who recreate the American combat engineer soldier in the World War II European Theater of Operations through public displays and tactical combat events.

• Based in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul, Minnesota metropolitan area, the 105th ECB has members from throughout the upper Midwest.

• Membership is available to US citizens who are at least 16 years old.

• Veterans are welcome. However, prior military service is not required for membership.

• Members must agree to conform to the authenticity and safety requirements of the WW II Historical Re-enactment Society and the 105th Engineer Combat Battalion.

• Members undergo a Basic Training period under the guidance and supervision of experienced members, during which time they accumulate the required uniforms, weapons and equipment while learning the military skills needed to authentically portray the Combat Engineer soldier of World War II. The training includes

  • drill
  • the manual of arms
  • military courtesy
  • basic weapons and equipment use and care
  • combat tactics
  • basic Engineering skills and other military subjects

You don't need to have military experience to join, nor do you have to be a youngster. Although some of our members are in their teens and 20s, many are in their 40s and 50s. All that's required is a dedication to learn , look, and act like an engineer soldier from WWII.

For more information on the 105th ENGINEER COMBAT BATTALION and how you can become a unit member, come, call or click!

• Attend a meeting: We meet the third Tuesday of every month at the Fort Snelling History Center at 7:00 PM.
• Call T/5 Todd Hintz: 952-929-7788
• Email: HQ105ECB@comcast.net.

Here are some useful pages to help you get started:

Send your application to:

Todd Hintz
105th ECB Company Clerk
6508 Minnetonka Blvd
St Louis Park MN 55426

Include a check for $20 made out to HRS. If you're under 18 the waiver needs to be signed by a parent or guardian and notarized.

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