Founder of Pickett's Gamecocks
Jim Choate
George Pickett was a classic romantic of his time - - - in demeanor, in love and in war. Pickett's Virginia Gamecock Brigade is dedicated to the memory of that gallant officer, the officers who served in his commands, and the men who fought and died under his leadership.
Pickett's Virginia Gamecocks, formed in 2002, is a living history group of men, women, and their children. We are a family oriented group that presents all aspects of life during the Southern War for Independence. Our group has merged with Lee’s Lieutenant’s (Al Stone portraying General Robert E. Lee) and Jackson’s Foot Cavalry (Jim Pence portraying General T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson). Our combined group has more than 35 members.
We always are interested in adding new members as officers, enlisted men, or male or female civilian portrayals. We are specifically recruiting African-Americans interested in black Confederate or civilian portrayals.
In 2004, the founder of Pickett's Gamecocks, Jim Choate, passed the tourch of General Pickett to Niles Clark. Niles will continue the traditions started by Jim by keeping history alive.