A/C Forum Issues

[ewtaylor]

Terry and Frenchie,
I wasn't trying to be mean or hurt anyone's feelings. I'm just trying to show the difference in the forums. The A/C forum tends to be on a more serious research minded scale. This forum (although sometimes i have seen a few good posts on research--mainly in the past) tends to bring up any and everything. This forum is the perfect site for the "fresh fish" to ask the "stupid" questions that are constantly be asked over there. It would probably help if those same fresh fish would ask their units' NCO. But alas, most people asking these questions are coming from Mainstream or historically incorrect units where there is NO research or knowledge. I went thru this problem when I belonged to this same type of unit as a fresh fish. I came to this forum and was informed (not always so gratiously) that most of what I had been taught by my NCO was historically incorrect. So it was then I decided to see what was being taught on the other forum. Yes, I got in trouble for not signing my name, asking a stupid question that had been asked 10000 times, and bringing up farbism. Instead of crying and running away it just made me do my research a little more.
Someone made a comment about not knowing how to do research. If you were able to find these forums on the WEB then how hard would it be to look up other things? There are thousands upon thousands of pictures of CW soldiers and civilians on the web. There are probably thousands of diaries and journals on the web. Almost every manual used by CW troops is on the web or the repros can be bought.
The A/C forum is a great place to learn. If you are a sensitive person and think you might be ridiculed on the forum then PM one of the more knowledgeable members instead.
Sorry to ruffle so many feathers,
ew taylor

[nyczouave]

Originally Posted by ewtaylor

But alas, most people asking these questions are coming from Mainstream or historically incorrect units where there is NO research or knowledge.

This is a heck of a sweeping statement to make. Just because a unit is mainstream that in no way means that they do no research or that they are "historically incorrect". I know of a number of "mainstream" units who's research in regards to their own unit is not only rock solid but more complete and on going than many so called "hardcore" re-enactors who champion the "generic soldier". Many of whom are really aware of who's RDll Jacket they should be buying but not at all familiar with the historical scenario of the hard-kewel event they are attending.

You do a dis-service to the many mainstream units that do historical research. You are confusing the questions about how a "fresh fish" or "mainstream convert" can uprgrade their impressions(which is why they generally go over to the AC to begin with), with actual historical research about the war, the men who fought in it and the history of the period which many mainstream units do tons of. I am sorry that the unit you were in didn't. But it is wrong to paint the entire mainstream side of the hobby with that brush. All it does is support the many misconceptions about AC and piss off the many people who have posted many historically based threads on this forum which clearly you missed or chose not to read.

[ewtaylor]

Mr. Spickler,
I said MOST of the people asking the questions. I did not say ALL Mainstreamers were lacking in knowledge. If that is the way it came across then I apologize. I should have said MOST mainstreamers and ALL historically incorrect units choose either to ignore the research or just don't care. And by the way, just because you wear something from an A/C approved vendor doesnt make you any kind of "hardkewl" person. I'm not trying to start a war over here, I'm just going by what Ive seen the last 5 years East and West.
ew taylor

[13thKyCavCSA]

Originally Posted by major

Robert
I know exactly what you are talking about. It seams that they hide in the shadows and then pounce if you make any comment that isn’t in line with their idea of reenacting.

Terry,

Aren't you the fellow who had his AC account suspended for improper advertising?

[major]

No, they got upset with me because I advocated doing dismounted Cavalry and they felt that a bayonet frog I was practically giving away was not up to there standards. At which point I asked to be removed because I felt I could not be as “perfect” at reenacting as they were. I also made several post earlier on trying to get them to lighten up and not take themselves or reenacting to seriously. I have never regretted my decision to leave

[MStuart]

The quickest way to have a post deleted and be neutered (figuratively) over there is to advocate and/or announce yourself as dismounted cavalry. It's akin to declaring Hamas a bunch of cool dudes. Not that us dismounted guys are welcomed with warm hugs and kisses here, either, but it's a tad over the top. At least to my sensitive persona anyway.

Mark

Did you hear about the dismounted cavalryman who went to the dentist and said "Doc, my teeth are turning yellow, what do I do?" And the Doc says "Wear a brown cravat!" No respect....thanks Rodney

[Provost]

This is not a forum for pointing out the faults of other forums.

Our purpose is to discuss "our era" and how to best portray it. Running anyone down is not helpful in reaching that goal, whether they're proposing unique events or have somehow slighted us.

I'm going to lock this thread because I think we've said all that is constructive on the subject and the discussion seems to be headed in a negative direction.

Soon we'll be able to have several years worth of our posts in a searchable database, which will provide a valuable resource for everyone's research. If it were to become a means to dreg up old grudges and sling more mud it would say more about the character of those who engage in such things than anything else could.

My compliments to all who find kindred souls on the web. May you enjoy each other's company and prosper in your chosen path. There is room enough for us all.