Calgarians connect with military history at Summer Skirmish

Hundreds of Calgarians gathered at the Military Museums on Saturday to witness real-life battle re-enactments and learn about the historical significance of almost 2,000 years of warfare. The annual Summer Skirmish featured Viking raids, medieval duels, gladiatorial combat, musketry skills and cannons, along with demonstrations from the First and Second World Wars. Event host Joel Windsor said it meant  the world to be able to share their beloved hobby with others. “We have this very