Tag #Historical Reenactment

What are the author's primary motivations for engaging in historical reenactment, and how have these evolved over time?

The author, a mixed-race Black woman and BBC New Generation Thinker, participated in historical reenactments, initially motivated by post-lockdown excitement and a desire for social interaction. She later discovered deeper personal connections to the past, finding solace and a sense of belonging through reenacting.