THE EMPIRE CITY GARRISON
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January 1, 2009
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Attn: Public Relations Manager
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The Empire City Garrison, or ECG, is
the New York based Star Wars costuming group founded in May
1999. The group consists of individuals who show their love for
Star Wars by building and wearing detailed replica costumes of
such favorite characters as Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, Clone
Troopers, Bounty Hunters and many others. The Empire City
Garrison routinely attends local science fiction conventions,
toy stores, parades, blood drives and are a mainstay in a
variety of charity events and fundraisers with organizations
including the Starlight Foundation, Maria Fareri Children's
Hospital, Shriner's Hospital, and St. Vincent's Hospital.
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The ECG covers all
of New York City, Long Island and the 5 boroughs and has a close
association with many other Garrisons, especially those within
the surrounding Northeast area. The Empire City Garrison, along
with its neighbors the New
England Garrison,
Garrison Carida,
the
Northeast Remnant,
Connecticut Garrison,
Garrison Excelsior
and many more are part of a larger worldwide organization called
the
501st Legion. The
501st Legion currently holds a more than 4000 active member base
in all 50 states and 16 countries worldwide. The main mission of
all members is to have fun and bring joy to the multitudes of
Star Wars fans throughout the world while also promoting Star
Wars to a new generation. Famed Star Wars actor David Prowse,
the man who donned the mask of Darth Vader for all three of the
original movies, has even accepted the position as Official
Leader of the 501st Legion. Membership in the 501st is
completely voluntary and all that is required to join is a
passion for Star Wars and a realistic costume.
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The Empire City
Garrison had a very exciting year in 2008 promoting many events
in the New York area. From the various local sci-fi conventions
such as the Big Apple Con, I-CON and the New York Comic Con to
the many charity appearances at various local hospitals, blood
drives and fund-raiser walks. The ECG was also present for the
special New York City premiere of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars
animated feature movie!
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The Empire City
Garrison and the 501st Legion operate as a volunteer based
organization and do not charge fees to make appearances. Feel
free to contact the Empire City Garrison for any missions that
will be of benefit to the community within New York City and the
surrounding metro area.
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Thank you and May the Force be with you!
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| The Empire City Garrison Command Staff |
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