To be a soldier in the 22nd Regiment, you must be at least 18 years of age and healthy enough to handle the rigors of portraying a soldier from the 18th century. This includes spending the day outside in a range of weather conditions, marching, and carrying the musket and accouterments. 

Uniforms of the period are made of wool. Under the uniform, a soldier starts with a linen shirt and knit wool stockings. Over these, a pair of wool breeches (pants that stop below the knee) and a wool waistcoat (vest). Shoes are leather and to help keep them on and dirt out over rough terrain, a pair of spatterdashes (a.k.a. gaitors) are buttoned over the shoes. Finally, a wool regimental coat and felt cocked hat complete the clothing.

In the 18th century, a foot soldier while on campaign or patrol would carry everything needed for a few days. A leather belt with a steel bayonet (used like a spear on the end of the musket), a leather cartridge box (for ammunition), a tin metal canteen (for water), a linen haversack (for food) and a musket. A goat skin covered, hemp canvas pack is carried on the back for cleaning materials, additional items of clothing, and a wool blanket.

The first formation is mid morning when we assemble for kit and safety inspection. This is followed by drill to practice the manual of arms. At mid day we rest and have a light meal from the "hard," less-perishable rations we have carried in our haversacks. Next, we may do some more drill or post guard duty. Then we prepare for the tactical weapons demonstration... the "battle." Following the tactical we interact with the spectators to answer questions and let them have a closer look at our kits. Finally, we return to camp and prepare our evening meal.

Include serjeants and corporals. NCOs were the "backbone" of the army, the glue that trained and held the army together during battle and the long periods in between. Serjeants were typically among the most experienced and competent soldiers. They were the point-of-contact between officers and the enlisted men.

A typical battalion or "hat" company would be commanded by a Captain (or Lieutenant-Captain) with a Subaltern (a Lieutenant or Ensign). These men, as with officers of higher "field" rank, would have purchased their "commissions" and thereby the right to serve in the British army as officers. There was no military academy or formal schooling for army officers at this time, except for the artillery. While they may have bought their rank, many had begun as junior officers at a fairly young age and learned their jobs under the wings of more senior officers and serjeants.