ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Combat reenactment

Okay kiddo, have you ever heard of playing Cowboys and Indians? Well, imagine doing that but with grown-ups and pretend weapons. That's what combat reenactment is!

Combat reenactment is when people dress up in costumes from a certain time in history, like knights, soldiers, or pirates, and act out battles that happened during that time. They use fake weapons that look like real ones, but don't hurt people. Sometimes they even use cannons and other big weapons.

It's like a big pretend playtime where people get to act out different roles and have fun while learning about history. They try to make it feel as real as possible so that they can experience what it was like for people who lived during that time.

It's not just about fighting though. People who do combat reenactment also learn how to make and wear period appropriate costumes, plus they learn about the culture and life during that time period.

Overall, it's a really cool way to learn about history and have fun at the same time!