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Williamsburg in November:

With a story of personal history firmly in hand and the ability to think quickly when questioned by the uninitiated, three Jefferson Longrifles regaled visitors to Colonial Williamsburg with stories of managing a vast plantation, growing crops of tobacco, indigo, and sugar cane, running a shipping line, trading in the West Indies and supplying rum to the southern colonies. Deni and Beth portraying wealthy landowners from the penal colony of Georgia were joined by their trusted indentured servant James (Buck) who was accused of indiscretions in England which led to his imprisonment and ultimate servitude. The Longrifles strolled the colonial streets in late November (a time now celebrated as Thanksgiving.)  The ultimate experience in reenacting, the three enjoyed the wonderful opportunity of wandering the streets with the likes of Colonel George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry, eating and drinking in colonial taverns nightly, visiting the Governor's Palace, and talking with Williamsburg employees demonstrating trade skills of the time. While posing for multiple pictures the trio chatted with people from all over the world visiting this historic site. Trying to remain in period character was a great adventure and an occasional challenge. Williamsburg offers wonderful opportunities to anyone interested in the history of Colonial America and the nearby Dewitt Wallace Museum is an essential part of a visit to the area. And wearing the garb of the time makes the experience even more meaningful.

 - article taken from The Jefferson Longrifles Newsletter

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