Skip Main Navigation
Eventbrite
Browse Events
Organize an event
Organize
Help
Log InSign Up
Menu
Page Content
This event has ended.

Jun

06

RAILS TO VICTORY 2014 WW2 Event

by Fox River Trolley Museum

Actions and Detail Panel

Sales Ended

Date and time

Fri, Jun 6, 2014, 4:00 PM –

Sun, Jun 8, 2014, 5:00 PM CDT

Location

Fox River Trolley Museum

361 South LaFox Street

South Elgin, IL 60177

View map

Sales Have Ended

Registrations are closed

Thank you for Registering for Rail To Victory WW2 Event at the Fox River Trolley Museum. Please check the event web site for event updates. You may also download and print your HRS or Non-HRS Waiver in advance so that you may speed through check in at the event. www.railstovictory.com

Description

WWW.RAILSTOVICTORY.COM

Rails to Victory is a great event for all impressions: Military and Civilians. This year’s 4th annual event will focus on remembering D-Day and the sacrifices made by the Allies during the invasion of France in June and July 1944.

- New for 2014: A period WW2 BICYCLE RALLY & PARADE is scheduled for Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM for a leisurely ride through the museum and down the Fox River Bicycle path to the Duerr Forest Preserve and back (approximately 3 miles round trip). Period bicycles of all kinds; military & civilian, and European & Homefront, are all invited to participate in this first of its kind WW2 Era Bicycle Rally.
- Saturday’s Schedule will focus on BATTLES & LIVING HISTORY scenarios along the Trolley Line; offering several bridge skirmishes throughout the day. New in 2014, we are planning evening runs of the Occupied France Trolley Tours offering both reenactors and the public a chance to see the bridge skirmishes and living history skits under sunset lighting with long shadows.
- Sunday’s Schedule shall include a LARGE SCALE FIELD BATTLE at 1pm in and around the Museum’s bone yard with all the railroad obstacles for defensive positions; and includes the expanded open grassy area incorporated into last year’s larger battlefield. All vehicles including tracked vehicles and watercrafts are welcome to participate.
- A period WW2 Girls Baseball Home Front Game will once again be played on Sunday afternoon this year at 2:30 pm. Reenactors are encouraged to come over to watch the game and cheer on their favorite team; whether it be the Rockford Peaches, Kenosha Comets, Racine Bells, or South Bend Blue Sox.
- Opportunities for historical camp presentations are also welcome and can be presented both days of the event. Please contact us if you would like your presentation added to the printed schedule.
- Camp Amenities: Shaded Encampments and Flush Toilets on site.

Invited Vehicles/Items: All WWII vehicles, including tracked vehicles, are welcome; weather conditions permitting, tracked vehicles may be limited to the gravel road and battle field. Smaller vehicles such as Jeeps, Motorcycles, Kubels & Lightweight Trucks may drive on the grassy areas. A static vehicle honor display area has been established for all attending vehicles. Boats and other period water crafts such rafts are also welcome on the Fox River, but should contact us first prior to bringing out. River depth is only 2-3 feet in the vicinity of the museum.

Event Times:
- Friday, June 6: Reenactor check-in, 4pm to 10pm.;
- Saturday, June 7 : Reenactor check-in, 8 am to 9:15am;
- Sunday, June 8: Reenactor check-in, 9am to 9:50am;
- Daily morning formations and S&A check;
- Museum Opens at 10 am on Saturday and Sunday;
- Visit the Event Web Site for Additional event details (schedules, maps, and updates).
Website: http://www.railstovictory.com

Tags

  • United States Events
  • Illinois Events
  • Things to do in South Elgin, IL
  • South Elgin Other
  • South Elgin Other Other
Event ended

RAILS TO VICTORY 2014 WW2 Event


Follow this organizer to stay informed on future events

Fox River Trolley Museum

Event creator

Events you might like

  • 2022 Lockport Military History Weekend (CW,WW1, WW2,  and VietNam)

    2022 Lockport Military History Weekend (CW,WW1, WW2, and VietNam)
    2022 Lockport Military History Weekend (CW,WW1, WW2, and VietNam)

    Thu, Sep 8, 8:00 AM
    dellwood partk • Lockport, IL
    Free
  • LILE in Illinois Scholarship Luncheon

    LILE in Illinois Scholarship Luncheon
    LILE in Illinois Scholarship Luncheon

    Thu, Sep 22, 11:30 AM
    Elgin Community College, Building E University & Business Center • Elgin, IL
    $50
  • Cosley Zoo Admission -Wednesday, August 17, 2022

    Cosley Zoo Admission -Wednesday, August 17, 2022
    Cosley Zoo Admission -Wednesday, August 17, 2022

    Wed, Aug 17, 9:00 AM
    Cosley Zoo • Wheaton, IL
    $0 - $9
  • Cedar Ridge Bourbon Tasting Featuring 8 to 8 Cigars

    Cedar Ridge Bourbon Tasting Featuring 8 to 8 Cigars
    Cedar Ridge Bourbon Tasting Featuring 8 to 8 Cigars

    Tue, Aug 23, 6:00 PM
    Hano Henry Gentlemen's Barber • Villa Park, IL
    $30
  • Cosley Zoo Admission -Tuesday, August 16, 2022

    Cosley Zoo Admission -Tuesday, August 16, 2022
    Cosley Zoo Admission -Tuesday, August 16, 2022

    Tue, Aug 16, 9:00 AM
    Cosley Zoo • Wheaton, IL
    $0 - $9
  • Suppressor Rental - Zero Dark Saturday Workshop

    Suppressor Rental - Zero Dark Saturday Workshop
    Suppressor Rental - Zero Dark Saturday Workshop

    Sat, Sep 10, 10:30 AM
    Front Sight Solutions • Hinckley, IL
    $50
  • Cosley Zoo Admission -Monday, August 15, 2022

    Cosley Zoo Admission -Monday, August 15, 2022
    Cosley Zoo Admission -Monday, August 15, 2022

    Mon, Aug 15, 9:00 AM
    Cosley Zoo • Wheaton, IL
    $0 - $9
  • Hug A Horse

    Hug A Horse
    Hug A Horse

    Sat, Sep 3, 10:00 AM
    6N655 Palomino Dr • St. Charles, IL
    $105
  • Looking Back & Moving Ahead In Community Retreat

    Looking Back & Moving Ahead In Community Retreat
    Looking Back & Moving Ahead In Community Retreat

    Sun, Oct 2, 3:00 PM
    Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago • Oak Brook, IL
    $100

Site Navigation

Use Eventbrite

  • How it Works
  • Pricing
  • Event Blog

Plan events

  • Online Registration
  • Sell Event Tickets
  • Event Management Software

Find events

  • Browse South Elgin Events
  • Get the Eventbrite App

Connect with us

  • Report This Event
  • Help Center
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • CA Privacy Notice
  • Accessibility
  • Community Guidelines
Eventbrite + Ticketfly

© 2022 Eventbrite