NOVEMBER 2,009
Editor's
comments
Ladies and Gentlemen, I am proud to announce that we have been hard at work on
the Cracker this month and have gotten several good articles and hope that we
are able to beat what I think was the best Newsletter last month. I also hope
you will enjoy an article submitted to the SCV Dispatch and has been reprinted
here with consent by the Author, Brother Len Patterson, Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi,
Chaplain. Central Texas Brigade, O.M. Roberts, Camp 178, Waxahatchie, Texas.
My co editor John Polo suggested we
need to add some Religious material, to our newsletter and Brother Len has given
us a fine article for this issue.
I hope the newsletter reaches your high expectations.
Wesley H. Frank #662
Webmaster's comments
When Napoleon died in 1,821, a messenger brought the notice to the King of England by saying: "The worst enemy of your Majesty is dead!" The King answered: "So what happened to my wife?" I think somewhat similar happens to us, like the English King we think our enemy is within our lines and as a result, our infighting only helps to power up our enemies, the ones who seek to destroy our Heritage and Values.
I had wished to include
in this November Cracker a report about the Expohistorica 2009 (reenactment in
Spain) but the persistent downpours flooded the entire area were the event was
to take place. Somenone thought perhaps D-Day in Normandy 1944 could be properly
reenacted, but being most of the participants dressed in Middle-Ages and other
uniforms, the idea was rejected (it would have been much like a scene from a
Monty Python movie...).
I would like to give thanks to Raphael, the newsletter editor of Europe Camp
#1612 SCV for providing us, upon my request, with a short bio note of Karl F.
Henningsen. And we feel most honored for having being contacted by singer Lisa
Meyer; inside this Cracker you will find a report about her. The background
music of the first three pages is from her theme: "I´m Going Home to Dixie".
Dixie land.
Cracker it is only a website newsletter, Thank you for your visit. Whether you
liked our web pages or not , I really appreciate you taking the time to visit !
John Polo #266
NEWS
Death of General Robert E. Lee
By: Calvin E. Johnson, Jr.
Freelance writer, Author of book, “When American Stood for God, Family and
Country” and a member of the historical group Sons of Confederate Veterans.
www.scv.org
1064 West Mill Drive
Kennesaw, Georgia 30152
Phone: 770 428 0978
The headline from a Richmond newspaper read, quote;
“News of the death of Robert E. Lee, beloved chieftain of the Southern army,
whose strategy mainly was responsible for the surprising fight staged by the
Confederacy, brought a two-day halt to Richmond's business activities.”
The United States flag, which Robert E. Lee had defended as a soldier, flew at
half mast in Lexington, Virginia and throughout the USA.
General Lee died at his home at Lexington, Virginia at 9:30 AM on Wednesday,
October 12, 1870. His last great deed came after the War Between the States when
he accepted the presidency of Washington College, now Washington and Lee
University. He saved the financially troubled college and helped many young
folks further their education.
Some write that Robert E. Lee suffered a cerebral hemorrhage on September 28,
1870, but was thought to greatly improve until October 12th, when he took a turn
for the worse. His condition seemed more
hopeless when his doctor told him, "General
you must make haste and get well---Traveller---has been standing too long in his
stable and needs exercise."
Virginia Military Institute (VMI) Cadet William Nalle said in a letter home to
his mother, dated October 16, 1870, quote;
“I suppose of course that you have all read full accounts of Gen Lee's death in
the papers. He died on the morning of the 12th at about half past nine. All
business was suspended at once all over the country and town, and all duties,
military and academic suspended at the Institute, and all the black crape and
all similar black material in Lexington, was used up at once, and they had to
send on to Lynchburg for more. Every cadet had black crape is sued to him, and
an order was published at once requiring us to wear it as a badge of mourning
for six months.”
Read entire letter on Virginia Military Institute website at:
http://www.vmi.edu/archives.aspx?id=5517
The rains and flooding were the worse of Virginia's history on the day General
Lee died. On Wednesday, October 12, 1870, in the presence of his family, Lee
quietly passed away.
The church bells rang as the sad news passed through Washington College,
Virginia Military Institute, the town of Lexington and the nation. Cadets from
VMI College carried the remains of the old soldier to Lee Chapel where he laid
in state.
Memorial meetings were held throughout the South and as far North as New York.
At Washington College in Lexington eulogies were delivered by: Reverend
Pemberton, Reverend W.S. White--Stonewall Jackson's Pastor and Reverend J.
William Jones. Former Confederate President Jefferson Davis brought the eulogy
in Richmond, Virginia. Lee was also eulogized in Great Britain.
When all settled down, Mrs. Robert E. Lee said, "If he had succeeded in gaining
by the sword all the South expected and hoped for, he could not have been more
honored and lamented."
Many thousands witnessed Lee's funeral procession marching through the town of
Lexington, Virginia, with muffled drums and the artillery firing as the hearse
was driven to the school's chapel where he was buried. US President Dwight D.
Eisenhower knew and appreciated our nation’s rich history. President Eisenhower
was criticized for displaying a portrait of Robert E. Lee in his office. This
was part of his response; quote
"Robert E. Lee was, in my estimation, one of the supremely gifted men produced
by this nation."
Robert E. Lee was the hero of the Southern people and admired both North and
South of the Mason-Dixon Line. This Christian- gentleman's last words were, "Strike
the Ten t."
There will be a Remembering Robert E. Lee Program at Lee Chapel on Monday,
October 12, 2009. For details go to:
http://chapelapps.wlu.edu/tertiary.asp?ID=40&Parent=43&NavOrder=1
It's Love!
I'm sure we all know at least a few people that we find difficult (if not
impossible) to love. We also know that in Matthew 22: 39, Jesus tells us, "Thou
shalt love thy
neighbor as thyself." In fact, in Matthew
5:44, during His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tell’s us to even love our enemies.
But, how do we do that?
We must first understand that Jesus is not giving us advice or making a
suggestion. This is not a request, it is a command. In First John, the Apostle
writes, "He that loveth not knoweth not God, for God is love." Loving our
neighbor and even our enemies is not only a command, but according to Scripture,
a requirement as well.
We must also remember that the New Testament was originally written in Greek.
And, in the Koine Greek of the first century there were two words that have been
translated into the English word "love." First, there is the Greek word phileo .
Phileo love is the love we feel for our husbands, wives, children, bothers and
sisters. It is a heartfelt love of tender affection. It is what we usually mean
when we say to someone, "I love you." Phileo is never used in Scripture as a
command to men to love God, neighbors, or enemies. We can't always help how we
feel.
The other Greek word translated love is agape . Where phileo is a love from the
heart, agape is a love from the head. Agape is used to describe the attitude of
God toward His Son, the human race in general, and believers in the Lord Jesus
Christ in particular. Agape is used to convey God's will to us concerning our
love toward Him, each other, and our enemies. Agape is a love of choice. We
choose to love our neighbor and even our enemies because we wish to be obedient
to our Lord's will and command.
In First Corinthians chapter thirteen, the word agape is translated "charity."
We can give to our favorite charity because we think it's a good idea, or a good
cause. We need not have a heartfelt love for the charity or it's work. It's just
something we choose to do.
Phileo may be called worldly love. After all, even heathens love their children.
But agape is Godly love. It is this Godly love that we are commanded to have
toward God, our neighbors, and our enemies. Agape is a matter of choice. We love
because we choose too. Someone once wrote, "The measure of a man in not how
great his faith is, but how great his love is." It's my prayer that every member
of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, and anyone else reading this, will choose
to love God, and to love each other as we seek to serve Him and our just
Southern Cause.
Bro. Len Patterson, Th.D Chaplain, Army of Trans-Mississippi
WRIC, TV Channel 8, has reported that the city of Richmond wants to re-route the
traffic flow at Gen. A P Hill’s grave,at the intersection of Laburnum Ave. and
Hermitage Road in the city. The proposed plan would, as a part of this change,
the city is proposing to remove the A. P. Hill monument and the remains of Lt.
General A. P. Hill.
The only interviews were a resident who said it was a good idea and a member of
the Richmond City Council who said the change would create a safer traffic
pattern.
The problem with the suggestion to remove the monument, but to tamper with the
grave of Lt. General Hill is more than acceptable..
Under the Code of Virginia the following law makes reference to protected Civil
War monuments but as I understand it, the Generals Grave is not a monument but a
Headstone.
This is the story of AP Hill’s last moments as he was shot at Petersburg Va, and
brought back to Richmond, Va to be laid to rest.
§ 15.2-1812. Memorials for war veterans.
A locality may, within the geographical limits of the locality, authorize and
permit the erection of monuments or memorials for any war or conflict, or for
any engagement of such war or conflict, to include the following monuments or
memorials: Algonquin (1622), French and Indian (1754-1763), Revolutionary
(1775-1783), War of 1812 (1812-1815), Mexican (1846-1848), Confederate or Union
monuments or memorials of the War Between the States (1861-1865), Spanish-American
(1898), World War I (1917-1918), World War II (1941-1945), Korean (1950-1953),
Vietnam (1965-1973), Operation Desert Shield-Desert Storm (1990-1991), and
Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003). If such are erected, it shall be unlawful for
the authorities of the locality, or any other person or persons, to disturb or
interfere with any
monuments or memorials so erected, or to
prevent its citizens from taking proper measures and exercising proper means for
the protection, preservation and care of same. For purposes of this section, "disturb
or interfere with" includes removal of, damaging or defacing monuments or
memorials, or, in the case of the War Between the States, the placement of Union
markings or monuments on previously designated Confederate memorials or the
placement of Confederate markings or monuments on previously designated Union
memorials.
The governing body may appropriate a sufficient sum of money out of its funds to
complete or aid in the erection of monuments or memorials to the veterans of
such wars. The governing body may also make a special levy to raise the money
necessary for the erection or completion of any such monuments or memorials, or
to supplement the funds already raised or that may be raised by private persons,
Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion or other organizations. It may
also appropriate, out of any funds of such locality, a sufficient sum of money
to permanently care for, protect and preserve such monuments or memorials and
may expend the same thereafter as other funds are expended.
After Action
Reports
Private John Stevens 28th Alabama Infantry
On Oct 3rd those of us in NW Alabama were honored to assist in a grave
dedication. We came to honor John Benjamin Stevens, a Private in the 28th
regiment, Alabama Infantry, Company G. His 87 year old Grandson was in
attendance and gave the closing prayer.
The Honor Guard from Tuscumbia Alabama, as well as the Winston County Greys were
there, two of our SCVMC members were assisting with the cannon. (Keith Mclung
aka Lightening and Johnny Hamby).
Steve Turner, gave a rousing speech, and presented the flag to the Grandson at
the end of the ceremony.
After it was over we retired to Mr Hamby's place for some BBQ (thanks Robin) and
adult beverages. Shooting a cannon filled with steel wool, under a full moon,
with a bonfire near by was almost a spiritual experience, well maybe that was
the beverages, :) but it sure was fun.
Honoring our ancestors, telling the true story of our heritage, and sharing good
times with our friends, cant ask for a much better day
Johnny Turner
562
Alabama’s Fall Muster
Oct 4, 2009
A good time was had by all in attendance on Saturday's ride to the CONFEDERATE
MEMORIAL PARK in Maubry Al.. We gathered together for eats, drinks & just good
socializing. There were about ten Cavalry members and two prospects present, one
of these filled out his paperwork for Cavalry membership on the spot and will
soon get a number. The day was perfect for riding, the company was good, and
eats were all great. This is what we do, who we are, and what we are all about.
Thank You to the members of the HEART OF DIXIE camp and the Cavalry members in
the Prattville/Wetumpka area for their STRONG support of this event. Great Job
Larry & Compatriots!!
PATMC#330
Florida Drives to meet Georgia
Oct. 5, 2009
Andersonville, Ga was the site of
this meeting during the Battle of Andersonville. I arrived Saturday to enjoy the
battle and meet up with olde re-enacting friends. Saturday Morning they have a
parade down Main Street ending at the Wirtz memorial. Capt. Wirtz was the only
man brought to trial and hung for war crimes following the War Between the
States. The parade contained lots of yankees but also had our brothers the Nam
Knights, who rode the whole parade route. As the Parade paused I spoke to the
Knights who invited the Mechanized Cavalry to ride with them next year. I spoke
to Bud on Sunday when I met up with the Georgia boys, and told him of their
offer, so mark your calendars for the first weekend in Oct, 2009. I
I am hoping to see all the Ga. MC, a good number of the Fl. MC some of the NC MC
and maybe we can encourage Bad Bob and VuDu to wander over from Miss. dragging
some of the
Alabama MC with them, now that would
be a sight.
Sunday Morning I attended re-enactor church in the open air and as soon as
Chaplin Roger let out church, I ran head long into the Ga. Mechanized Cavalry
heading my way.
Of course after my enjoyable meeting with the men of the Ga. Mechanized Cavalry,
I headed but toward the Sunshine State to get enough rest to be ready for
another day in the salt mines.
L-R J.R. Shannon, Bud Cranford, Ray Shannon, Wess Frank (Florida)
Wesley Frank #662
Would anyone be interested in a patch honoring the memory of my friend and Cavalry Brother, Dan Britton? He lost his fight with cancer this past May. Dan would ride anywhere in any weather for the Cause and was very proud of his membership in the MC. His real love and reason for it all were his two daughters, Marlena and Danniel, ALL proceeds go to them. The patch is small, only 1X2 inches, it won't take up much room on your vest, but I know it would make him very proud. If interested please send $5.00 to Neil Russell, 14831 Honor Court, Woodbridge, Virginia 22193-3301. Thanks, NR #116
I am pleased to announce
the release of my new CD – Voices Hushed and Still…a collection of Southern
Songs and Rare Gems from the War Between The States period.
I was born and raised in Harrisonburg in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley of
Virginia and now reside outside of Nashville , TN.
I am a member of the UDC Kate Litton Hickman Chapter in Nashville and am a
chairman for The Music of the Confederacy for the state of Tennessee.
CD layout was shot at the McGavock Confederate Cemetery in Franklin, TN.
The Song List includes: The Homespun Dress , Old Folks at Home/Oh Shenandoah ,
Somebody’s Darling ,
Long, Long Ago , The Rebel Soldier , Slumber On, Baby Dear , Richmond is a Hard Road to Travel ,
Cruel War/Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier , Pray, Maiden Pray! , I’m Going Home to Dixie/Dixie’s Land ,
Home, Sweet Home , When Upon the Field of Glory .
You can hear samples of the songs, download and/or purchase at:
http://cdbaby.com/cd/lisameyer or
can be purchased on EBay.com
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=370158705399
CD can also be purchased directly from me for $14.00 – includes shipping and
handling (check or money order made out to me). You can also contact me about
wholesale pricing.
Sincerely,
Lisa Meyer
6112 Tuckaleechee Lane
Antioch, TN 37013
www.voiceshushedandstill.com
Among the most colorful
Confederate officers was Scottish-born Karl F. Henningsen, of Swedish family
origins. 1834, being only 19 years old, he started his military career as both
an idealist and warrior: he went to Spain and joined the Carlist troops to fight
the Liberal government of Queen Isabel II. Serving in the cavalry of General
Zumalacárregui he became a Captain and took part in several mayor battles. He
was present at the signing of the Lord Elliot Convention of 1835, being the
British diplomat astonished to find a compatriot among the Carlistas. After a
time at home he travelled again to Spain to join the Carlist Army again, this
time he earned the commission of a Lieutenat-colonel.
After the death of Zumalacárregui he went back to Britain. There he wrote
extensively in defense of the Carlist Movement and arguing British neutrality in
that Spanish conflict. 1836 his first book was published in London: "The most
striking events of a twelvemonth´s campaign with
Zumalacarregui in Navarre and the Basque
Provinces". The book became a bestseller and was translated into several
languages, including German, French, Italian and Spanish. In Britain the book
caused much controversy because of its defense of Carlism and the glorifying of
General Zumalacárregui.
After the Carlist War, Henningsen got involved in several other wars, including
uprisings against Russia in Circassia and against Austria in Hungary (the
Kossuth rebellion of 1849). After losing in this causes, 1851 he travelled to
America. In 1856 he joined the William Walker expedition to Nicaragua, was
appointed a Major-general and given command over Walker’s artillery. Henningsen
fought several mayor battles in Nicaragua against Central American forces,
including troops from El Salvador and Guatemala. After those tumultuous times,
he seemed to retire in the USA. He got married to a niece of John M. Berrien,
U.S. Senator from Georgia and his father-in-law brought him the spirit of the
South close to the heart. In 1860 he exchanged open letters in the London Times
with famed French liberal author Victor Hugo regarding the execution of John
Brown after Harper’s Ferry, 1859.
Most naturally, in 1861 he chose to do
battle for the Confederacy. Being his military skills and experience most
valuable, he was made Brigadier-general within a year. During Burnside’s North
Carolina Expedition in February 1862 he took part in the defense of Elizabeth
City, but when learned of the destruction of the Confederate naval task force
and the surrender of the Cobb's Point coastal battery, Confederate troops
retreating from Roanoke Island set fires in Elizabeth City, acting under orders
from Brig. Gen. Henry A. Wise to destroy the town. Later in 1862 Henningsen took
part in planning the artillery defenses of Richmond.
After the WBTS he took residence in Washington D.C. and worked in filibustering
to release the island of Cuba from Spanish rule. A restless spirit, always
seeking adventure and a self-chosen Cause to defend, Karl F. Henningsen died
June 14, 1877. In an obituary he is described as a “man of striking appearance,
being tall, erect, and soldier-like in his bearing. He was gentleman of
scholarly attainments, and spoke the French, Spanish, Russian, German, and
Italian languages with the fluency of a native. He died without ever winning any
of the causes for which he fought.”
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Here are a few pictures
of our annual gathering at Jefferson Davis's Residence (Beauvoir Manor), on the
beach in Biloxi, Ms. It was our first wintery day of the season, and made for
great riding. There was a count of the election ballots for 1st Bat Co. D and
congradulations are in order for Captain McMurry (Rebel Dog) for his success in
winning the election. He has done a superb job and everyone is looking forward
to his future leadership. Not all members and their families are included in
what pictures I have and there were few prospective members in attendance also.
Ron (Proud Reb) #883, Semmes, Al.
Garland- Rodes Scv This
is not an event, info is passed on, to request donations for this monument. SCV
is 501-c non-profit
The Sons of Confederate Veterans Garland–Rodes Camp #409 of Lynchburg, Va.
proudly announce the latest camp project to--erect a permanent monument ...
honoring Confederate General Jubal A. Early in Middletown, Va., on the site of
the 1864 Battle of Cedar Creek.
Negotiations are now actively underway with the Town of Middletown to locate it
in a proposed park just off Route 11 in Middletown, ground on which Gen. Early
most certainly fought upon and where hundreds of young patriots lost their lives.
Camp Commander Brian Giles said, “Gen. Early was in command of the Army of
Northern Virginia during the Battle of Cedar Creek and his heroic effort to
destroy Union General Phillip Sheridan’s forces after the “burning” of the
Shenandoah Valley has never been forgotten by the Southern people; therefore he
needs to make his stand once again only this time in stone and bronze in
recognition of our Southern heritage and culture.”
Camp Commander Giles, a Lynchburg resident, readily admits that there is no
monument honoring Gen. Early, also a long time resident of Lynchburg after the
war, standing on any civil war battlefield. But, with the help of the Garland–Rodes
Camp, this will soon be corrected.
Gary Casteel of Lexington, Va., a noted historical sculptor, has been
commissioned by the Garland–Rodes Camp to prepare the sculpture and work with
the camp and the Town of Middletown to erect the monument. The stone and bronze
memorial will consist of a life size bronze bas-relief of Gen. Early attached to
a standing gray granite slab on a base stone. Engraved into the rear of the
stone will be a short history of the Confederate forces’ actions during the
Battle of Cedar Creek.
The conceptual proposal being reviewed by the Town of Middletown for a memorial
park would contain walking paths, shaded landscaping and the Gen. Early monument
on land that has been already been zoned for development. Mayor Mark Brown
received an overwhelming positive response from the Town Council for the
monument erection during a recent council meeting. The Mayor stated that he was
more than happy to see Gen. Early return to Middletown, and this time to stay.
A fund raising program is currently in progress by the Garland–Rodes Camp with
an undetermined unveiling date at this time. However, they hope to have the
project completed with an official unveiling ceremony during the American Civil
War Sesquicentennial 2011 – 2015. This monument will be approx 6-7foot tall w/ a
bronzed barred relief of Gen. Early cost of this monument will be $40,000.00
For more information or to make a donation, contact the Garland–Rodes SCV Camp#409,
Lynchburg, Va., Commander Brian Giles, to "scv3rdbrigade@yahoo.com" or 434-942-8075.
Florida’s Fall Muster
Oct 10, 2009
Compatriots,
This past Saturday marked the 5th annual Fall Muster @ Rebel Run. We had 10 SCV
Camps and 4 OCR Chapters present along with 6 Division Officers and many Camp
Commanders. Hopefully a good time was had by all. It did get a little damp a
couple of times but everyone took it in stride, and even had a heck of a
football game to watch. The rain was perfect for the kids playing as it helped
them from becoming too hot. There were 89 people who actually signed the "sign
in sheet" We had some nice door prizes thanks to many people including a brand
new OCR Chapter, number 17. Camp 1346 and Cmdr Daffin did a wonderful job as
always grilling and cooking the food. A special thanks to Compatriot Collice
Hatcher as his gift for a raffle item produced 312 dollars for the Florida
Division Sam Davis Youth Endowment Fund and Bruce Childress raised 50 dollars
for the Heritage Plate Defense Fund with an old fashioned 50/50 raffle. Many
thanks to all who came and a bigger thank you to all ya'll that work so hard to
insure that this Fall Muster was the best yet. The black powder rifle that
Compatriot Hatcher donated was won by Barbara McGlamory of Tallahassee.
Pray for Dixie
Jim Darby
4th Lt Cmdr Fl Div
A Evening with Gen Robert E.
Lee
Oct 17, 2009
Greetings to all that attended the "Special Evening with General Robert E Lee.
FYI, we, by counting the tickets given out with the donation received, there
were 97 attendees. Funds received were $552.35. Please don't ask me to explain
the $2.35. The expenses to have the evening, so far total $544.14, this does not
yet include the extra charge for the chairs utilized. So, thank GOD, it appears
that we shall almost break even. I have only heard positive comments about the
evening and do believe that the evening was a success; however I am saddened
that we did not raise funds to send a youth to the Sam Davis camp next year.
Perhaps, if the weather had been better then more would have attended. Again, I
thank each of your for your support, contributions and helping to make this
event possible.
Sincerely,
Harry Hurst
8th Brigade Commander
Florida Division
Oct 17th I drove from Melbourne to support the 8th Brigade and to visit with my
friend Al Stone. I have known Al for many years and if Lee were born again it is
Al. Talk to Al, he’ll tell ya he is not as good as Robert E. Lee, but he tries.
Several of us from the 12th Brigade went to see Gen. Lee speak and as you would
expect he spoke as any educated southern Gentleman would. He did not speak of
the war but of the reasons leading to the war, and they history leading up to
the war, as it was now 1867 and the war is over. Gen Lee also so on the
Constitution as viewed by Franklin, Adams and Jefferson and what freedom meant
to them and how they viewed our future as a country. After about 45 minutes of
speaking General Lee removed his hat and Al Stone answered questions about today’s
issues, and the current Constitution. Present were the camps of the 8th Brigade,
Division Deputy Commander Richard Lee, 7th Brigade Commander Clement Lindsay,
Vero Beach Camp Commander Joe Overstreet, 12th Brigade Commander Wesley Frank
and a contingent from the local Civil Air Patrol who provided the Colour Guard.
Wess Frank #662
We had a good turn out for the ride. There were SCV Mech Cav members from Tennessee (4), Ala.(3), Mississippi (2 & 1 prospective), show up at the Battle of Brice's Cross Roads, north of Tupelo, Ms. While at the battle site we picked up another SCV member from one of the local camps, who was riding his Harley past this site. He did state that he had heard about the SCV Mech Cav just the other day, and he was just really supprised that he ran across our group out in the middle of nowhere. Our man "Bad Bob" was quick to hand him an application, and I am sure we will be adding him to our rolls. From Brices Cross Roads we rode to the Tupelo Battlefield site and then commenced our soutward trek onto the Natchez Trace. Myself and Bluedog had to abandoned the group midway down and the rest rode on to Jackson, Miss. All I can say is, those who couldn't make it, missed a good time. I want to thank Capt. McMurray (Rebeldog) and his brother Pat, for putting on a good ride. Alabama may have wupped up on Tennessee (Roll Tide), but I can say Tennessee did outnumber us on this ride. Good going Nimrod, Tombstone and the rest of you Tennessee boys.
Ron (Proud Reb) #883, Semmes, Al.
The re-dedication of the 140 year old Memorial to Unknown Confederate Dead was conducted in Union City, Tennessee on Sunday, October 18, 2009. Cool weather caused a smaller than anticipated turn out.
The Mechanized Cavalry was well represented
by the following Troopers..DJ, Rock, Nimrod, Tow Truck, Six Gun, Sam Kyle, Steve,
Jerry and Bojangles. The officers and members of Gen. Otho French Strahl Camp
#176 expressed their sincere appreciation for the response from the Mechanized
Cavalry and commented on how impressive we looked arriving at the event in
formation. They were advised that this is the reason that we exist, to support
and defend our heritage.
Because of the politically correct SOBs that head the Union City Police
Department, we were not allowed to escort the re-enactors, the re-enactors were
not allowed to march from one cemetery to the other, and no rifle volley was
allowed at the ceremony. 140 years ago, nearly everyone in northwest Tennessee
turned out for the historic dedication of this monument and cemetery...the first
of it's kind erected and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It
is amazing how sentiments have changed. The battle for the defense of our
heritage and the honor of our Confederate patriots continues...
My personal thanks goes out to the troopers and their families that turned out
for this event. Y'all make me proud!
Nimrod 0
Moving Wall escort Tampa, Fla.
Oct 24, 2009, Captain Carpenter and I spoke on the phone, during the
conversation he told that he and members of the 1st Squad, Tampa had the
pleasure of ridding escort duty, for the Moving Wall. Larry said that he
estimated several Hundred Bikes formed up to escort the wall to Veterans Park in
Brandon, Fl. Having done the wall here in Melbourne for the last two years it is
very exciting to hear others have the privilege to do this escort service. I
have read on the yahoo group of others in other states also doing this, as a vet
I want to thank you, for those of my friends who can not longer thank you
themselves.
Wesley H. Frank, Msgt USAF Retired
War Dog Handler, Air Base
Saigon , RVN (Republic of Viet Nam)
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