Thunder In The Valley

"Thunder In The Valley" is an annual event held in Charles Town, West Virginia to help celebrate and remember its Civil War heritage.

During the Civil War, Shenendoah Valley was a strategic point as it was on the main travel route between the north and the south, and the control of the town of Charles Town changed hands between the Confederate and the Union 18 times. Harper's Ferry, another town in the valley, changed hands 8 times.

During "Thunder In The Valley," participants dress up in Union and Confederate dress and re-enact battles. Replicas of Union and Confederate camps are set up during this event, along with the formation of wagon train to Charles Town and a military ball. Also, the "Blue/Grey Classic Horse Race is run.