Seventy years ago in December 1944, the fate of Europe hung in the balance as Allied forces fought Germany in the Battle of the Bulge, while Russian forces struck against Germany in the east. Spring Mountain Ranch State Park offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in this time in history on December 13. See what the soldiers who fought in these epic battles looked like, what they carried with them and a few of the vehicles that transported them to and from the battlefield. This is the park’s first WWII Living History day and will feature US, German and Russian army re-enactors. Visit their camps and speak to a nurse about the experiences of caring for wounded soldiers. WHAT: World War II Living History at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, located 11 miles from the I-215 / West Charleston Boulevard intersection on Hwy. 159, 6375 Hwy 159, Blue Diamond NV 89004 WHO: The event is open to the public COST: Entry to Spring Mountain State Park is $9.00 per vehicle with a $2.00 discount for Nevada Residents. CONTACT: David Low, 702-875-4141, smr-interp@parks.nv.gov
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