The day opens with a blast from the past.

It was a great day for a battle reenactment. Sunshine and clear skies greeted visitors and reenactors alike this weekend as the Chadds Ford Historical Society hosted the Battle at Chadds Ford and a traditional Chadds Ford Days. The two-day event commemorated the Sept. 11, 1777, Battle of Brandywine. More than 80 reenactors and 20 camp followers were on hand to show ...