Ben Starnes on representing the Southern Backcountry during America's 250th

About this episode

Ben Starnes shares his journey in muzzleloading and historical reenactment, focusing on the American War for Independence.

Today we're talking with 21 year old Ben Starnes about his muzzleloading story. Ben got his start at a young age as a lover of history, books caught him first, then local museum programs showed him what it could be like to re-create history; from there, he was hooked. He's participated in American Civil War events, but currently focuses on the American War for Independence where he is a member of the "Lincoln County Militia" representing a unit from the Carolina backcountry. Militia impressions are quintessential Americana, but he doesn't stop there. Ben and his Unit can also portray British Light Infantry if the need is there, showing their dedication to history and a passion for sharing it with others. Ben is a young man in a community of "grey hairs", I hope you enjoy his story and perspectives on muzzle loading and living history. Follow Ben's Unit: https://www.facebook.com/LincolnCountyMilitia https://www.instagram.com/lincoln_countyregt?igsh=N2gybGd2eWlpMGY2 Learn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.com Don't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.com Hosted on Acast. See…

People in this episode

Host: Ethan Yazel

Guest: Ben Starnes

Topics covered

• muzzleloading
• American War for Independence
• living history
• historical reenactment
• community engagement

Keywords

• muzzleloading
• historical reenactment
• American Civil War
• Lincoln County Militia
• living history
• Carolina backcountry
• British Light Infantry

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lincoln County Militia, ILoveMuzzleloading.com, Kalamazoo Living History Show

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