Tyler Tidmore Soviet Commander

You may recognize me from other events you’ve attended—I’ve been active in the reenactment community since 2006. I proudly serve as the Soviet Commander at several events, including Auglaize Village, Operation Homecoming, and Lauer Farms 1944. I also lead the Soviet reenactment unit Gruppa Druzhina.

My passion for history spans multiple eras. Over the years, I’ve participated in a wide range of impressions, including the American Civil War, World War I, World War II (Allied and Axis), the 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps, and the Vietnam War.

If you see me at an event, don’t hesitate to say hello—I always enjoy talking with fellow reenactors and visitors. I’m honored to be part of the staff for this event and look forward to working alongside everyone involved.

Dan Younkin German Commander

I live in Liberty Center, Ohio.  I am relatively new to reenacting (2024) and I am a member of the 9th SS Hohenstaufen. My passion for the era draws on a lifelong fascination with the conflict and on my own German ancestry.   I volunteered to be the German commander so I could both assist and learn more about what it takes to make an event run smoothly, be appealing to reenactors, and most of all, enjoyable! 

The proximity of this event to my home makes it especially meaningful, and I am committed to helping it flourish. I look forward to welcoming you and sharing a memorable weekend as we bring history to life.

Tim has been active in Pre-1840 reenactments for more than 25 years, portraying a fur trapper in traditional camp settings. In 2009, he played a key role in organizing the Midwest Territory Primitive National Rendezvous (NRLHF/NMLRA) in Palmyra, Missouri. For over 15 years, he was involved in the planning and execution of the Civil War Days and Living History Timeline event in Angola, Indiana. Today, Tim remains deeply engaged in historical preservation, volunteering at AuGlaize Village and serving as treasurer of the Defiance County Historical Society. He also assists with the coordination of five major annual events at AuGlaize Village. Officially retired, Tim continues to dedicate his time and expertise to bringing history to life.

Grace Jaeger Engagement Coordinator

Grace serves as the Historical Frontline Events Engagement Coordinator for Operation Homecoming in Wauseon Ohio, and Echoes of Valor at Auglaize Village in Defiance Ohio. Born in 2002, Grace grew up in Muskegon Michigan, surrounded by history, and continues to surround herself with history to this day. From being homeschooled, to attending Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, she relentlessly pursued education, and a thorough knowledge of history. Her passion for history led her to working for the Lakeshore Museum Center in Muskegon, namely at the Hackley and Hume Historic Sites as an Interpreter. She also volunteers at the LST 393 Veterans Museum located in Muskegon.

Throughout Grace’s childhood, she was fascinated by WWll history in particular, as she was told of her great-grandfathers in the war. One being in the Army Air Force, and the other in the Naval Air Force, she loved listening to their stories secondhand from her family, encouraging her interest in WWll. Her grandfather, John Jaeger, was a French-Indian War reenactor, as well as a Michigan State Trooper. He began his own reenacting group, initially named Jaeger’s Rangers, now known as Jaeger’s Battalion. Grace remembers attending one of his reenactments when she was very young, appreciating the immersive experience, and wanting to continue pursuing more of those experiences in the future. Grace was recently recruited to the 506th Airborne Unit as a medic, following in her grandfather’s footsteps.

Working at the Historic Sites and the LST 393 museum, Grace is always surrounded by history. But she has another passion besides history. With both of her great-grandfathers serving in the military, and her grandfather as a first responder, she was raised with a deep respect for our nation’s heroes. She has a deep appreciation for connecting with veterans and hearing their stories, honoring their legacy, and showing them the gratitude that they deserve. Not only her love for history, but her respect for our nation’s military and first responders is what prompted her to volunteer at the LST, and help coordinate these events.

Honoring and serving America’s greatest heroes is something Grace continues to pursue with passion, and she hopes to make a positive impact not only on the veterans in her own community, but throughout the nation. Soon after being recruited to the 506th Airborne Unit, Grace was given the opportunity to serve as the Engagement Coordinator for the Historical Frontline Events. It is a privilege to preserve our country’s history, to honor the Greatest Generation, and protect the legacy of those who fought bravely on our behalf.

Lily Hahn Volunteer Coordinator

I have been reenacting for as long as I can remember, participating in a wide range of historical eras including the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812. Today, I serve as a field nurse and medic with the 5th Armored Division, though I am always happy to fall in with any unit that needs a helping hand.

My home stretches across Willshire, Ohio, Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Big Rapids, Michigan. My passion for World War II history was inspired by my great-grandparents, who both served during the war. Inheriting some of their wartime belongings made that connection deeply personal for me.

I love sharing history with the public, taking part in battle reenactments, and spending hours discussing research, reenacting, and the amazing people I have met in this community.