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An '''American Civil War reenactment''' is an effort to recreate the appearance of a particular [[battle]] or other event associated with the [[American Civil War]] by [[hobby]]ists known (in the [[United States]]) as '''Civil War reenactors''' or '''Civil War recreationists'''. Although most common in the United States, there are also American Civil War reenactors in [[Canada]],<ref>[http://ca.geocities.com/docmilner/reen1.htm]More than 50,000 Canadians served during the American Civil War.</ref> the [[United Kingdom]],<ref>[http://www.soskan.co.uk/gb_acw.htm] More than 50,000 British citizens served during the American Civil War.[http://www.acwphotos.com/]</ref> and [[Germany]].<ref>[http://www.wbts-forum.org/forum/index.php]</ref>
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'''Mitchell James''' ('''Mitch''') '''Richmond''' (born June 30, 1965 in [[Fort Lauderdale, Florida]]) is a retired [[United States|American]] [[basketball]] player in the [[National Basketball Association]]. He played collegiately at [[Kansas State University]].
==History==
Reenacting the American Civil War began almost immediately after the real fighting had ended. Civil War [[veteran]]s recreated battles as a way to remember their fallen comrades and to teach others what the war was all about.<ref>[http://ca.geocities.com/docmilner/reen1.htm]</ref> The [[Great Reunion of 1913]], celebrating the 50th anniversary of the [[Battle of Gettysburg]], was attended by more than 50,000 [[Union (American Civil War)|Union]] and [[Confederate States of America|Confederate]] veterans, and included reenactments of elements of the battle, including [[Pickett's Charge]].<ref name="NPS Great Reunion">{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/archive/gett/getttour/sidebar/reunion13.htm |title=The Great Reunion of 1913 |accessdate=2008-08-15 |date=1998-09 |author=Heiser, John |publisher=[[National Park Service]]}}</ref>


==NBA career==
Modern reenacting is thought to have began during the [[1961]]-[[1965]] Civil War centennial commemorations.{{Fact|date=July 2008}} These battles and events found a receptive audience, but public interest in reenactments faded by the late [[1960]]'s,{{Fact|date=July 2008}} possibly due to the growing involvement in the [[Vietnam War]].{{fact|date=August 2008}} [[Living history]] reenacting grew in the [[1980]]'s and [[1990]]'s, due to the popularity of the 125th Anniversary Battles series ([[1986]]-[[1990]]) and the 130th Anniversary Battles series ([[1991]]-[[1995]]).{{Fact|date=July 2008}}


Richmond was drafted 5th overall in the [[1988 NBA Draft]] by the [[Golden State Warriors]], following two years at [[Kansas State University|Kansas State]], where he averaged 20 points per game, and two years at Moberly Junior College in [[Missouri]]. Before joining the NBA, Richmond also competed in the [[Basketball at the 1988 Summer Olympics|1988 Olympic Games]] in [[Seoul]].
==Participation==
[[Image:American Civil War Re-enactment Bath.jpg|thumb|right|238px|Reenactment at the [[American Museum in Britain|American Museum]] in [[Bath, Somerset|Bath]], [[England]]]]
[[American Civil War]] reenactments have drawn a fairly sizable following of enthusiastic participants, aged often between eight and 64,{{Fact|date=July 2008}} willing to brave the elements and expend money and resources in their efforts to duplicate the events down to the smallest recorded detail. Participants may even attend classes put on by event sponsors where they learn how to dress, cook, eat, and even "die" just as real Civil War soldiers would have.{{fact}} Most reenactments have anywhere from 100 to 1,000 participants,{{Fact|date=July 2008}} portraying either Union or Confederate infantry, artillery, or cavalry forces. Some people, though uncommon, can portray Engineers or Marines--some even choose to don the Veterans uniform, which is like the dress coat, but instead of dark blue with light blue trim, it is light blue with dark blue trim.{{fact}} The 135th anniversary Gettysburg reenactment (1998), attended by more than 20,000 reenactors, <ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/revwar/reenactors |title=Reenactors in the Parks: A Study of External Revolutionary War Reenactment Activity at
National Parks |accessdate=2008-07-28 |author=Stanton, Cathy |date=1999-11-01 |format=PDF |publisher=National Park Service |pages=p 64}}</ref> is generally believed to be the most-attended reenactment.


Richmond captured the [[NBA Rookie of the Year Award]] in the [[1988-89 NBA season]], after averaging 22 points per game for the Warriors. He was a key part of [[Don Nelson]]'s fast-paced offense, which was dubbed "Run TMC" after the first names of its three main components, [[Tim Hardaway]], Mitch, and [[Chris Mullin (basketball)|Chris Mullin]], respectively. The trio were named after the influential rap group [[Run DMC]]. In addition to the shooting he provided, he complemented Hardaway's passing and fast break skills and Mullin's shooting skills by slashing to the hoop as part of the Warriors attack.
Reasons given for participating in such activities vary. Some participants are interested in getting a [[history|historical]] perspective on the turbulent times that gripped the nation, particularly if they can trace their ancestry back to those who fought in the war.{{fact}} Others participate merely for the [[escapism]] that such events offer.{{fact}} Some commentators have suggested that some Southerners are drawn to these activities for political reasons, because they represent a rejection of the North.{{fact}} Often, however, this is a false stereotype.{{fact}} In fact, some are Northerners that may have been "sympathetic" to the Southerners, who often are out-numbered in events in the North.{{fact}} In some cases, if there are not enough Union soldiers present, Confederate soldiers are asked to change sides, or become [[galvanized yankees]], for the day/event.{{fact}}


After three years of scoring 22+ points a game in Golden State, Richmond was traded to the [[Sacramento Kings]] during the [[1991-92 NBA season|1991-92]] season in exchange for [[Billy Owens]], and became arguably the team's first star since the franchise moved to Sacramento in [[1985]]. Staying with the Kings until [[1998]], Richmond was the team's leading scorer in each of his 7 seasons there, averaging no fewer than 21.9 a game each season. Between 1993 and 1998, Richmond was a fixture on the [[Western Conference (NBA)|Western Conference]]'s [[NBA All-Star Game|All-Star]] team, and he won MVP honors at the All-Star Game in Phoenix, in 1995. In the middle of his prime, Richmond was selected to the United States' Olympic team ([[Dream Team (basketball)|Dream Team III]]), earning a gold medal in [[1996 Summer Olympics|Atlanta]].
Although many periods are reenacted around the world, Civil War reenactment is, by far, the most popular activity in the US,{{Fact|date=July 2008}} with an estimated 50,000 Civil War reenactors as of 2000.<ref name="AP hard tack">{{cite web |url=http://archives.cnn.com/2000/FOOD/news/08/07/civilwar.biscuits.ap/ |title=Massachusetts company still rolls out hardtack dough for Civil War enthusiasts |date=2000-08-07 |accessdate=2008-08-14 |publisher=CNN |quote=Word spread among roughly 50,000 Civil War buffs, and business boomed.}}</ref>


Richmond was traded by the Kings, along with [[Otis Thorpe]], to the [[Washington Wizards]] for [[Chris Webber]] in May of [[1998]], a move that keyed the Kings' transformation from perennial doormat to an elite title contender. However, things did not work out as well for Richmond. In three years with the Wizards, he lost a lot of the shooting touch he displayed as a King, and his days as a regular were numbered after missing half of the [[2000-01 NBA season|2000-01]] season.
===Categories of Reenactors===
Reenactors are commonly divided (or self-divide) into three categories, based on the level of concern for authenticity.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/revwar/reenactors |title=Reenactors in the Parks: A Study of External Revolutionary War Reenactment Activity at
National Parks |accessdate=2008-07-28 |author=Stanton, Cathy |date=1999-11-01 |format=PDF |publisher=National Park Service |pages=p 34}}</ref>


Richmond ended his career as a [[Los Angeles Lakers|Los Angeles Laker]]. Playing strictly off the bench, he averaged 4 points a game. He earned an [[NBA Finals|NBA championship]] ring with the Lakers in [[2001-02 NBA season|2002]], but played sparingly in the postseason, logging 4 minutes overall. Richmond is now a scout for the Golden State Warriors.
====Farbs====
[[Image:AmericanCivilWarReenactor.jpg|right|thumb|An [[American Civil War]] re-enactor talks about life in a typical army field camp. Hard-core reenactors would consider him "farby" because of his weight.]]
Some, called "[[Farb (reenactment)|Farb]]s," are re-enactors who spend relatively little of their time or money maintaining authenticity with regard to uniforms, accessories, or even period behavior. The 'Good Enough' attitude is pervasive among [[Farb (reenactment)|farb]]s, although perhaps few casual observers would be able to point out flaws in their impressions. Blue jeans, tennis shoes, polyester (and other man-made fabrics), zippers, velcro, snoods, and other modern things are prevalent.


==Effects on NBA==
The origin of the word "farb" (and the derivative adjective "farby") is unknown. Some think that the origin of the word is a truncated version of "Far be it from authentic."{{Fact|date=July 2008}} An alternative definition is "Far Be it for me to question/criticise",<ref>[http://wesclark.com/jw/forigin.html]</ref> or "Fast And Research-less Buyer".{{Fact|date=July 2008}} Some early reenactors assert the word derives from German ''farbe'', color, because inauthentic re-enactors were over-colourful compared with the dull blues, greys or browns of the real Civil War uniforms that were the principal concern of American reenactors at the time the word was coined.<ref>[http://www.worldwidewords.org/weirdwords/ww-far1.htm]</ref>
{{Original research|date=December 2007}}


Richmond is one of only seven players in NBA history to average at least 21 points per game for his first 10 seasons – along with [[Wilt Chamberlain]], [[Kareem Abdul-Jabbar]], [[Michael Jordan]], [[Oscar Robertson]], [[Shaquille O'Neal]] and [[Allen Iverson]]. {{Fact|date=May 2007}} He was also one of the most accurate long range shooters in league history, making 1,326 3-pointers in his career, which places him 13th all-time in [[List of most three-point field goals made in National Basketball Association history|career three-point field goals made]]. He finished his career with 20,497 points, which currently ranks #30 all-time among total points scored in an NBA career.
====Mainstream====
[[Image:Old Bedford Village 001.JPG|right|thumb|A mainstream Federal [[artillery]] reenactor.]]
Another group of reenactors often is called "Mainstream". These reenactors are somewhere between [[Farb (reenactment)|farb]] and authentic. They are more common than either [[Farb (reenactment)|farb]]s or authentics.{{Fact|date=July 2008}}


Richmond is the Kings' franchise's third leading scorer. For his efforts, his #2 was retired by the club in [[2003]].
Most mainstream reenactors make an effort at appearing authentic, but may come out of character in the absense of an audience. Visible stitches are likely to be sewn in a period-correct manner, but hidden stitches and undergarments may not be period-appropriate. Food consumed before an audience is likely to be generally appropriate to the early 1860s, but it may not be seasonally and locally appropriate. Modern items are sometimes used "after hours" or in a hidden fashion. The common attitude is to put on a good show, but that accuracy need only go as far as others can see.{{Fact|date=May 2008}}


Richmond graced the cover of a game in the [[NBA Live series]], being featured on ''NBA Live 97''.
====Hard-Cores/Super-Authentic====
On the opposite side from [[Farb (reenactment)|farb]]s, you have "Hard-Core" or "Super-Authentic" reenactors, sometimes derisively called "stitch counters". Many people have misconceptions about hardcore reenactors, which spawn from a published book about hardcore reenactors, ''[[Confederates in the Attic]]''.{{Fact|date=July 2008}} Hard-cores generally seek an "immersive" reenacting experience, trying to live, as much as possible, as someone of the 1860s might have. This includes eating seasonally and regionally appropriate food, sewing inside seams and undergarments in a period-appropriate manner, and staying in character throughout an event.{{Fact|date=May 2008}}


==External links==
Hard-core reenactors generally value thorough research, and sometimes deride mainstream reenactors for perpetuating inaccurate "reenactorisms", such as buttoning only the top button of a uniform jacket/coat, or insisting that a vest, jacket, or coat must be worn over a shirt at all times.{{Fact|date=May 2008}}
*[http://www.nba.com/history/players/richmond_summary.html NBA.com summary]
*[http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/richmmi01.html Basketball-Reference]


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== Types of Civil War reenactments ==
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There are four loose categories of Civil War reenactments.{{Fact|date=July 2008}}
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=== Living histories ===
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Living histories are meant entirely for education of the public. Such events do not necessarily have a mock battle but instead are aimed at portraying the life, and more importantly the lifestyle, of the average Civil War soldier. This does include civilian reenacting, a growing trend. Occasionally, a spy trial is recreated,and a medic too. More common are weapons and cooking demonstrations, song and leisure activities, and lectures. These should not, however, be confused with [[Living history museums]]. These outlets for living history utilize museum professionals and trained interpreters in order to convey the most accurate information available to historians.
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Living history is the only reenactment permitted on National Park Service land; NPS policy "does not allow for battle reenactments (simulated combat with opposing lines and casualties) on NPS property." <ref>{{cite web | title=Wilson's Creek National Battlefield FAQ | date=[[2008-07-25]] | publisher=National Park Service | url=http://www.nps.gov/wicr/faqs.htm }}</ref>
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=== Public demonstrations ===
[[Image:150RedWingMNparadeCivilWar.JPG|thumb|Public demonstration in a parade for the sesquicentennial of [[Red Wing, Minnesota]].]]
Public demonstrations are smaller mock battles put on by reenacting organizations and/or private parties primarily to show the public how people in the 1860s lived, and to show the public civil war battles. The battles are only loosely based on actual battles, if at all, and may consist of demonstrations of basic tactics and maneuvering techniques.

=== Tactical battles ===
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Tactical battles are generally not open to the public. Tactical battles are fought like real battles with both sides coming up with strategies and tactics to beat their opponents. With no script, a basic set of agreed-upon rules (physical boundaries, time limit, victory conditions, etc.), and on-site judges, tactical battles can be considered a form of [[Live action role-playing game]].

=== Scripted battles ===
Scripted battles are reenactment in the strictest sense; the battles are planned out beforehand so that the companies and regiments make the same actions that the were taken in the original battles. They are often fought at or near the original battle ground or at a place very similar to the original.

== See also ==

*[[Historical reenactment]]
*[[American Civil War]]
*[[Authenticity (reenactment)]]
*[[Farb (reenactment)]]

==External links==
*[http://www.reenactor.net/forums/index.php?page=20 '''reenactor.Net''', the Online, Worldwide Home of Reenacting! Links to CW units, Articles, PhotoGallery and Forum]
*[http://www.civilwarp.com/ CivilWarP.com - The World's Largest Collection of Civil War Reenactment Photos]
*[http://www.cwreenactors.com/ The Civil War Reenactor's homepage]
*[http://www.theyoungcampaigner.com/ The Young Campaigner - A resource for young people interested in learning more about reenacting]
*[http://www.reenactorclassifieds.com/ ReenactorClassifieds]
*[http://www.westernbrigade.com/ Western Brigade Homepage for Civil War Re-enactment groups]
*[http://www.nsalliance.org/ Home Page for North South Alliance of Re-enactors and First Federal and Confederate ]
*[http://www.authentic-campaigner.com/ Homepage for Authentic Civil War Living Historians Divisions]
*[http://www.ncwa.org/ Home Page for the National Civil War Association, a Northern California based organization]
*[http://www.thesewingacademy.org/ Civilian clothing advice for all reenactors]
*[http://www.elizabethstewartclark.com/ Free Civilian patterns, articles, etc.]
*[http://www.campchase.com/ The Camp Chase Gazette]
*[http://www.floridareenactorsonline.com/ Florida Reenactors Online.com]
*[http://www.cwlhi.org/ The Civil War Living History Institute]
*[http://thomaseishen.com/livinghistory.htm Civil War Living History Reenactors]
*[http://www.usarmyequipment.com/ Civil War Reenactor Supplies]
*[http://k.webring.com/hub?ring=civilwarreenacto Civil War Reenactors Ring]
*[http://www.wcwa.net Washington Civil War Association]
*[http://mainemilitia.com Maine State Civil War living historians]
*[http://www.netlibrary.com/summary.asp?id=42010 Reliving the Civil War- A Reenactor's Handbook]


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Bronze medal – third place 1988 Seoul National team
Gold medal – first place 1996 Atlanta National team

Mitchell James (Mitch) Richmond (born June 30, 1965 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida) is a retired American basketball player in the National Basketball Association. He played collegiately at Kansas State University.

NBA career

Richmond was drafted 5th overall in the 1988 NBA Draft by the Golden State Warriors, following two years at Kansas State, where he averaged 20 points per game, and two years at Moberly Junior College in Missouri. Before joining the NBA, Richmond also competed in the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul.

Richmond captured the NBA Rookie of the Year Award in the 1988-89 NBA season, after averaging 22 points per game for the Warriors. He was a key part of Don Nelson's fast-paced offense, which was dubbed "Run TMC" after the first names of its three main components, Tim Hardaway, Mitch, and Chris Mullin, respectively. The trio were named after the influential rap group Run DMC. In addition to the shooting he provided, he complemented Hardaway's passing and fast break skills and Mullin's shooting skills by slashing to the hoop as part of the Warriors attack.

After three years of scoring 22+ points a game in Golden State, Richmond was traded to the Sacramento Kings during the 1991-92 season in exchange for Billy Owens, and became arguably the team's first star since the franchise moved to Sacramento in 1985. Staying with the Kings until 1998, Richmond was the team's leading scorer in each of his 7 seasons there, averaging no fewer than 21.9 a game each season. Between 1993 and 1998, Richmond was a fixture on the Western Conference's All-Star team, and he won MVP honors at the All-Star Game in Phoenix, in 1995. In the middle of his prime, Richmond was selected to the United States' Olympic team (Dream Team III), earning a gold medal in Atlanta.

Richmond was traded by the Kings, along with Otis Thorpe, to the Washington Wizards for Chris Webber in May of 1998, a move that keyed the Kings' transformation from perennial doormat to an elite title contender. However, things did not work out as well for Richmond. In three years with the Wizards, he lost a lot of the shooting touch he displayed as a King, and his days as a regular were numbered after missing half of the 2000-01 season.

Richmond ended his career as a Los Angeles Laker. Playing strictly off the bench, he averaged 4 points a game. He earned an NBA championship ring with the Lakers in 2002, but played sparingly in the postseason, logging 4 minutes overall. Richmond is now a scout for the Golden State Warriors.

Effects on NBA

Richmond is one of only seven players in NBA history to average at least 21 points per game for his first 10 seasons – along with Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, Oscar Robertson, Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson. [citation needed] He was also one of the most accurate long range shooters in league history, making 1,326 3-pointers in his career, which places him 13th all-time in career three-point field goals made. He finished his career with 20,497 points, which currently ranks #30 all-time among total points scored in an NBA career.

Richmond is the Kings' franchise's third leading scorer. For his efforts, his #2 was retired by the club in 2003.

Richmond graced the cover of a game in the NBA Live series, being featured on NBA Live 97.

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