Military History Expo

FSTC · Mar 3, 2017

Orange Airport is the setting once again for one of the largest gatherings of military vehicles and equipment in Massachusetts.

What is Military History Expo all about?

An educational experience showcasing technology throughout military history. This interactive event features living historians presenting vehicles and equipment displays, demonstrations of hardware, and battle reenactments.

Tickets are on sale now https://www.eventbrite.com/e/massachusetts-military-history-expo-tickets-32456463155?aff=es2

Massachusetts Military History Expo
May 20 and 21 2017
Orange Municipal Airport (KORE)
For more information visit our website
History-expo.com

22lr · Mar 3, 2017

Anyone go to this before? How was it?

Dip Dungles · Mar 3, 2017

I went to one similar to this last year with my son. We loved the reenactments and had a blast.

This one seems even bigger so now I am tempted.

PL-52 · Mar 3, 2017

I saw a bunch of pics from last year( I think) ,looked like a interesting and good time. I'm planning on going this year.

martinwcox · Mar 3, 2017

Its a great event, I took my Half track last year, plan on taking it again but with the Quad 50 mounted in by then.

The replica Tiger Tank was there from the guys in NJ as well as plenty of flame thrower demo's including the Sherman spitting out flames.

spcantwell · Mar 3, 2017

I loved it last year and this year is going to be even better... Don't be surprised if you see me working the main gate again this year.... Just need to keep myself from buying a m1 carbine just for this. ..

alohadoug · Mar 3, 2017

Random question...any of the equipment available for kids to "climb on"?
Aloha

martinwcox · Mar 3, 2017

I let kids on the Half Track and gave some rides, just be polite and ask first. It make a good photo op and FB posts for bragging rights on at school the following week

alohadoug · Mar 3, 2017

Thanks. Took my son and daughter (13 and 11) to the International World War II Museum in Natick and my daughter esp was disappointed she couldn't climb on/in the tank. Might be able to sell going to this one.

spcantwell · Mar 3, 2017

alohadoug said:
Thanks. Took my son and daughter (13 and 11) to the International World War II Museum in Natick and my daughter esp was disappointed she couldn't climb on/in the tank. Might be able to sell going to this one.

If it is half as good as last year (and I expect it to be twice as good) everyone will love it. Just bring earmuffs for the kids, just in case. It can get a little loud...

FSTC · Mar 3, 2017

spcantwell said:
I loved it last year and this year is going to be even better... Don't be surprised if you see me working the main gate again this year.... Just need to keep myself from buying a m1 carbine just for this. ..

Whole new setup this year. Ill need you're help inside the wire if you're still interested?

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alohadoug said:
Random question...any of the equipment available for kids to "climb on"?
Aloha

That depends on the vehicle owner.

spcantwell · Mar 3, 2017

FSTC said:
Whole new setup this year. Ill need you're help inside the wire if you're still interested?

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That depends on the vehicle owner.

I'm interested in anything you want me to do. I'm planning on staying all weekend again (maybe even Fri night if I can talk the wife into it). I just need to remember to grab a shirt early

alohadoug · Mar 3, 2017

Thanks for the tips and suggestions. Wife and son are in (daughter is at practice but I'll ask her later)

chuckster · Mar 3, 2017

How much walking is involved, and what about shade? My wife has a bum knee and we both can't stay in the sun for extended periods of time.

FSTC · Mar 3, 2017

chuckster said:
How much walking is involved, and what about shade? My wife has a bum knee and we both can't stay in the sun for extended periods of time.

We are set up on airport grounds , so the terrain is relatively flat. We have shade tents and golf carts available if needed.

gscott · Mar 3, 2017

Wife and I went last year and plan to go again this year . It was a good time .

NHKevin · Mar 4, 2017

FSTC said:
We are set up on airport grounds , so the terrain is relatively flat. We have shade tents and golf carts available if needed.

Is this an event I can fly to? Or will the airport be closed to airplanes?

spcantwell · Mar 5, 2017

NHKevin said:
Is this an event I can fly to? Or will the airport be closed to airplanes?

The airport was still open last year during the show.

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Spanz · Mar 5, 2017

is it dog friendly?

namedpipes · Mar 5, 2017

spcantwell said:
The airport was still open last year during the show.

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You get extra points for flying in a biplane or a P51 Mustang.

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(Wisecrack alert! I do not speak for the organizers.)

NHKevin · Mar 5, 2017

namedpipes said:
You get extra points for flying in a biplane or a P51 Mustang.

sent from my chimney using smoke signals

(Wisecrack alert! I do not speak for the organizers.)

I don't have anything like that - just a Cessna. Seems like it would be a great place to bring my Land Rover, but there is zero chance I'll get the wife and kid in it for that long of a drive.

FSTC · Mar 5, 2017

NHKevin said:
Is this an event I can fly to? Or will the airport be closed to airplanes?

Airport is open, we will shuttle you to the site. Also, If you are flying in there will be a fuel discount.

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Spanz said:
is it dog friendly?

Well behaved dogs are welcomed

FSTC · Mar 5, 2017

namedpipes said:
You get extra points for flying in a biplane or a P51 Mustang.

sent from my chimney using smoke signals

(Wisecrack alert! I do not speak for the organizers.)

Interesting sidenote: We have several biplanes, an a possible P51 coming in.(subject to weather and other factors)

namedpipes · Mar 5, 2017

FSTC said:
Well behaved dogs are welcomed

I guess that leaves my dog out [thinking]

Hey, did they ever find the owner of the dog that ran across the airfield? (not mine! I assume a neighbor's pooch got loose and crawled under the fence)

FSTC said:
Interesting sidenote: We have several biplanes, and a possible P51 coming in.(subject to weather and other factors)

I'd love to see a P-51 up close.

MAPMFF. · Mar 5, 2017

FSTC said:
Airport is open, we will shuttle you to the site. Also, If you are flying in there will be a fuel discount.

I may have to fly in for this one too.

NHKevin · Mar 6, 2017

namedpipes said:
I guess that leaves my dog out

Hey, did they ever find the owner of the dog that ran across the airfield? (not mine! I assume a neighbor's pooch got loose and crawled under the fence)

I'd love to see a P-51 up close.

Go to the Reno Air Races and get a pit pass.

NHKevin · Mar 6, 2017

FSTC said:
Airport is open, we will shuttle you to the site. Also, If you are flying in there will be a fuel discount.

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Well behaved dogs are welcomed

Maybe I'll drive the Land Rover and see if the wife wants to fly in with the baby.

Spanz · Mar 7, 2017

when may 19th comes around, please bump this up so we do not forget!!! [smile]

Shootfirst · Mar 9, 2017

Spanz said:
when may 19th comes around, please bump this up so we do not forget!!!

+1

ZenFacade · Mar 9, 2017

namedpipes said:
I guess that leaves my dog out

Hey, did they ever find the owner of the dog that ran across the airfield? (not mine! I assume a neighbor's pooch got loose and crawled under the fence?

Yes they did.

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