Welcome to the Five-Oh-First

The Five Oh First Group is a comprehensive WWII US Army Airborne re-enacting group based in the Southeast (Knoxville, TN) with over 50 members in 4 Southern states. Our primary impression is I Company, 3rd Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry, 101st Airborne Division. By participating in living history and educational presentations, tactical battles and veteran's events, we strive to educate the general public to the contributions and sacrifices of all WWII veterans and to honor their service.
News & Quotes
General James Gavin
"Show me a man that will jump out of an airplane, and I'll show you a man that will fight for his country."

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Upcoming Events
Basic Airborne Refresher Training Weekend
17 - 19 Feb 2012
Camp Mathews - Vonore, TN
Wendell Ford Tactical Exercise
02 - 04 Mar 2012
Camp Wendell Ford - Greenville, KY
School of Weaponry Training Weekend
09 - 11 Mar 2012
Canp Mathews - Vonore, TN
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