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Photo Gallery: Huron Valley Celebrates Civil War Sesquicentennial

Photos from the downtown Milford event.

Huron Valley celebrated the sesquicentennial of the Civil War at Central Park. 

Festivities included Civil War reenactors, plus President Abraham Lincoln and Mrs. Lincoln along with General George Custer. 

The Fifth Michigan Regiment Band performed a series of patriotic music in Central Park during the opening ceremonies. 

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A special feature was the 1861-era wedding of Meghan Kreager and Jeff Hadac of Highland which included a cake and punch reception. 

A series of displays, demonstrations and children’s activities were held in Central Park throughout the afternoon.

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