World War II “Echoes of Valor” April 17-19, 2026

Echoes of Valor stands as this area of Northwest Ohio’s longest-running dedicated World War II reenactment, and one of the first events of its kind to return to the area in many years. Born from a labor of love by reenactors determined to share the stories of the Greatest Generation, the event has grown into a powerful living history experience.

Today, Echoes of Valor is presented as a joint effort between the Defiance County Historical Society and Historical Frontline Events, a nonprofit organization devoted to preserving history through immersive reenactments and education. It is now led by the same team—Jacob Kessler and Trenton Coleman—who brought the highly successful Operation Homecoming to Wauseon, Ohio.

More than just a reenactment, Echoes of Valor is a community-driven tribute that ensures the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who lived through the Second World War are never forgotten.

There will be a WWII Encampment and Reenactment, open to the public, including stations where reenactors will discuss different aspects of being a soldier during different points of the war. The event features a weapons demonstration and public “battles” on Saturday and Sunday to demonstrate some of the different skills and tactics used, and just how difficult combat could be for the soldiers.

All types of military equipment, supplies, and vehicles to include tracked vehicles are welcome.

Participants can contact the following for more information: AuGlaize Village Historical Reenactors, Trenton Coleman at email: [email protected]

Vendors contact Tim Frederick at: [email protected]

Please join us as we recreate and celebrate our history for the America250 celebration!

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