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" To you Sons of Confederate Veterans, we submit the vindication of the cause
for which we fought; to your strength will be given the defense of the
Confederate soldiers' good name, the guardianship of his history, the emulation
of his virtues, the perpetuation of those principles he loved and which made him
glorious and which you also cherish.---Lt. General Stephen Dill Lee
Live the Charge!
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send out every two weeks. So if you have an event you want to let others know about, send it in for us to post. Send events to [email protected]. After an event date has passed on the calendar event will be
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May
3BCompany B
Honoring the Southern Cause 150 Years
Happy Memorial Day
By proclamation of General John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic, the first major Memorial Day observance is held to honor those who died “in defense of their country during the late rebellion.” Known to some
as “Decoration Day,” mourners honored the Civil War dead by decorating their graves with flowers. On the first Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, after which 5,000
participants helped to decorate the graves of the more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers buried in the cemetery.
The 1868 celebration was inspired by local observances that had taken place in various locations in the three years since the end of the Civil War. In fact, several cities claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day, including Columbus,
Mississippi; Macon, Georgia; Richmond, Virginia; Boalsburg, Pennsylvania; and Carbondale, Illinois. In 1966, the federal government, under the direction of President Lyndon B. Johnson, declared Waterloo, New York, the official birthplace of Memorial Day. They chose Waterloo–which had first celebrated the day on May 5, 1866–because the town had made Memorial Day an annual, community-wide event, during which businesses closed and residents
decorated the graves of soldiers with flowers and flags.
By the late 19th century, many communities across the country had begun to celebrate Memorial Day, and after World War I, observers began to honor the dead of all of America’s wars. In 1971, Congress declared Memorial Day a
national holiday to be celebrated the last Monday in May. Today, Memorial Day is celebrated at Arlington National Cemetery with a ceremony in which a small American flag is placed on each grave. It is customary for the president
or vice president to give a speech honoring the contributions of the dead and to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. More than 5,000 people attend the ceremony annually. Several Southern states continue to set
aside a special day for honoring the Confederate dead, which is usually called Confederate Memorial Day.
Current-Dec. 29th, 2015
Civil War Canal Tour "Food, Fabric & Firepower”
1450 Greene Street, Suite 400, Augusta, GA, 30901Dates
March 1 - December 29, 2015
Overview
In observance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, Augusta Canal National Heritage Area presents a Petersburg boat tour highlighting Augusta's role as a Confederate city. The one-hour tour explores the behind-the-lines role that the canal played in supplying the troops, including the famous Confederate Powder Works, Rigdon-Ansley Pistol factory, Confederate Bakery, shoe factory and much more. Informative guides share stories from this explosive time in our history as you enjoy a ride along the beautiful Augusta Canal.
Tours run daily at 1:30 p.m. March through November. December through February, tours are offered Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Local Phone: 706-823-0440 Toll Free: 888-659-8926
Hours of Operation
Sun: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Mon: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Tue: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Wed: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Thu: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Fri: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sat: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Admission & Fees
$12.50 Adult $10.50 Sr., Student, Military
Discounts
Group Discount Military Discount
Facility Amenities
Accessible by Public Transportation Bus / Motorcoach Parking on Site Free Parking Public Restrooms Restaurant on Site
General Information
Family-friendly Handicapped Accessible (Limited)
Near Interstate Highway
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This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
Current-Dec. 5th
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
Andersonville First Saturday Programs
First Saturday Programs
760 POW Road, Andersonville, GA, 31711Dates
February 1 - December 5
Overview
During the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, park staff will conduct a series of programs on the first Saturday of each month. These programs will explore the events, conditions, or emotions of prisoners during the war. To expand the prisoner story, the park will also feature other Civil War prisons and draw on their stories to present a fuller picture of a soldier's life beyond the battlefield.
Contact the park or visit http://www.nps.gov/ande/planyourvisit/cw150.htm to learn more about these programs.
May 8-9, 2015
Fitzgerald, Georgia
Where America Reunited
150th Anniversary Weekend
Jefferson Davis’s Capture and the End of the Civil War
On Friday & Saturday, May 8th & 9th, exactly 150 years after the capture of Confederate President Jefferson Davis and the end of the Civil War, Irwinville and Fitzgerald, Georgia are jointly commemorating this momentous history. President Davis, his family and most of his travel companions were captured at Irwinville by Federal cavalry in the early morning of May 10, 1865. About thirty years later, but only a few miles away, the new city of Fitzgerald was jointly founded by Federal and Confederate veterans. The important and unique history of both communities makes this a commemoration weekend you won’t want to miss!
There will be special concerts, museum exhibits, tours of Civil War sites, arts & crafts, a marathon and “fun run”, Civil War reenactor “living histories”, dedication events and much more to occur throughout the weekend! Visit these webpages for more details:
150th Anniversary Weekend
and other Special Events in May
Georgia Civil War Heritage Trails®
www.CivilWarHeritageTrails.org
Music: "Jeff in Petticoats"
150th Anniversary of theCapture of
President Jefferson Davis
May 15-17, 2015
21st Annual “Forrest's First"BATTLE OF SACRAMENTO
May 15, 16, 17, 2015
The 2014 Battle was a tremendous success.People came from all over to enjoy the reenactments, Ladies Tea, Battlefield Ball, great food, music and
visiting with friends.
Living History Day: Schools brought their students and gave them an educational experience geared to show what life was like before, during and after the Civil War - this was on Friday the 16th. Over the years, hundreds of children from surrounding counties have been able to experience first hand what it would be
like to go back in time. What a phenomenal learning opportunity for the children.
Battles took place on both Saturday and Sunday along with a Ladies Tea and an evening ball. The towns people and churches laid out a huge spread of food for Saturday's evening meal in which all participants were invited. Displays and demonstrations for the students on Friday provided opportunities all weekend
long for visitors and towns people to learn first hand what life was like during the Civil War.
Some of the Sutlers included: Possum Holler Sutlery, Blue Sage Merchantile, Dutchfork, Drew Tanner Photography, Popjacks Sassafras Rootbeer, Auxier Creek Forge, Old Town Seamstress, Crescent City
Sutler, Adler Dry Goods, The Lanternman, Heartland Kettlecorn, Chiggar Ranch, and Sylvia's Emporium.
Join us on Facebook for photos from this year's event. Click here for an article by Travel Writer Sue Marks. Reenactors click here to complete a short survey.
Click here for some important information for you the reenactors. Call (270) 736-5114 with any questions. For after hours or during the event, contact (270) 929-1067 or
(270) 499-0878.
For More information visit:http://battleofsac.com
Experience the Reenactment of the Battle of Sacramento. This Battle was fought on December 28, 1861. The battlefield is the undisputed location of
Nathan Bedford Forrest's First Fight!Call (270) 792-5300 for information.
Sacramento, Kentucky
May 16, 2015
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
456 Alexander Street NW, Crawfordville, GA, 30631Dates
May 16
Overview
One Hundred and Fifty years ago, On May 11, 1865 A.H. Stephens was arrested and charged with treason. Come out and experience a live re-enactment of his arrest, along with his homecoming, that took place on October 27, 1865.
150th Anniversary of the Arrest OfAlexander Stephens
May 16-17, 2015
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
Chitwood Road NE, Resaca, GA, 30735Dates
May 16 - May 17
Overview
During May 14-15, 1864, the first major battle of the Atlanta Campaign was fought around the tiny village of Resaca, Georgia. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston's
Confederate army of 55,000 soldiers had fallen back from Dalton and had occupied the strong defensive fortifications around the town. In hot pursuit and now directly facing them across the breastworks was the 110,000-strong Federal
army under the command of Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman. For two days, unrelenting attacks and counter-attacks took place all along the length of the
lines, with neither side gaining an advantage.
Battle Of Reseca
May 23, 2015
We Won! We have the deed to Confederate Memorial Circle!
It’s time to Celebrate, Commemorate & Re-Dedicate!
The Friends of Forrest and Selma Chapter 53, UDC
Cordially Invite You to Attend & Share
The Celebration of our Historical & Monumental Victory!!!
Saturday, May 23, 2015
1:00 PM
Confederate Memorial Circle
Historic Live Oak Cemetery
Selma, Alabama
A Guided Tour of Live Oak Cemetery
9:30am
Reception to follow program at the
Smitherman Building Museum
(The Original Site of the NB Forrest Monument)
109 Union Street
The host hotel is the Quality Inn here in Selma – 334-874-8600. I have blocked off 15 rooms at the Special Friends of Forrest rate of $69 per night plus tax. There are only 60 rooms in the hotel so call NOW for your reservations! May 23, 2015 is Memorial Day weekend. This will give out-of-towners an extra day for travel back home & work or to stay an extra day to tour Historic Selma! For more information contact: Pat Godwin at 334-875-1690; 334-419-4566 (cell) or e-mail: [email protected]
Selma Alabama Memorial Circle Celebration
Continues...
May 23, 2015
Selma Alabama Memorial Circle Celebration
Continues...
Confederate Memorial Circle was originally dedicated 137 years ago on 26 April 1878. It’s time to celebrate, commemorate & re-dedicate Confederate Memorial
Circle where we will re-dedicate the Nathan Bedford Forrest Monument by unveiling the REPLACEMENT bronze bust of Lt. General Nathan Bedford Forrest. We will re-dedicate the Confederate Soldiers’ Memorial and also the new Battle of Selma Memorial. This will be a HUGE MONUMENTAL HISTORICAL event- the most paramount Confederate accomplishment throughout the South in recent times
because we beat the enemy in their own territory, the Civil Rights hotpot of the world! We have won our case against the City of Selma. Selma Chapter 53, UDC has been awarded the deed to the one acre Memorial Circle plus the Pigeoneers House! Our Security & Beautification Enhancement of Confederate Memorial Circle project has been quite a test of patience, endurance, perseverance and
faithful dedication of all our supporters. We are very GRATEFUL for ALL our supporters and contributors toward our efforts to defend, protect and preserve our noble Southern history and heritage here in Selma. Even though we are having the dedication on May 23, this project is not quite finished. We still have LOTS to pay for and also erect 19 bronze historical interpretive markers throughout the Circle.
These historical markers will cost approximately $1500 each. We are also still selling the ancestor pavers; (4x8 – 3 lines, 18 characters - $50; 8x8 - 6 lines, 18
characters, $65) if you want your paver laid by dedication day please place your order NOW! However, we will continue to sell the pavers until we have all 4 quads
filled with engraved pavers. This entire project is TAXDOLLAR FREE – only private donations have funded this project! Contact me at 334-875-1690 for order form & information. If you would like to contribute to this historical, monumental
project, please make check payable to and MARK FOR: CONFEDERATE MEMORIAL CIRCLE:
May 23, 2015
Selma Alabama Memorial Circle Celebration
NBF Monument Fund/Selma Chapter 53, UDC
C/o Patricia S. Godwin
Fort Dixie
10800 Co. Rd. 30
Selma, Alabama 36701
Keepin’ the skeer on’em!
DEO VINDICE!
Patricia S. Godwin
CONTRIBUTION OPPORTUNITIES TO BE A PART OF THIS HISTORIC & MONUMENTAL PROJECT - WE APPRECIATE ANY AND ALL DONATIONS!
4X8 PAVER - $50 – (3 Lines, 18 Characters)
8X8 PAVER - $65 – (6 Lines, 18 Characters)
$500 DONATION – Name/Organization will be listed on “DONORS 500” plaque
$1500 DONATION FOR BRONZE MARKER – Name/Organization will be added at the bottom of the marker
FRIENDS OF FORREST T-SHIRT - $25 (Sizes: M, L, XL, XXL)
8x10 COLOR COLLAGE OF NBF MONUMENT - $10 – (While still at the Smitherman Building Museum in 2000-2001)
May 23, 2015
A Day at the Fort
2307 Wynn Lake Road, Alto, GA, 30510Dates
May 23
Overview
"A Day at the Fort" will be held at historical 1793 Fort Hollingsworth-White House on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Entertainment will include music, storytelling, a Civil War re-
enactment, tours of the fort, living history, antique car show, arts and crafts, and food, including BBQ and fried pies.
Fort Hollingsworth-White House is located just off Hwy. 441 in the Hollingsworth Community of Banks County at 2307 Wynn Lake Rd., Alto, Georgia. Activities will begin at 10 a.m. and last
through 4 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information, call 706-244-1239 or email [email protected]. Visit our website for more information on Fort Hollingsworth: www.forthollingsworth-
whitehouse.com or visit us on Facebook.
A Day at The Fort
June 3-6, 2015
June 5-6, 2015
117 Greenville St., 200 Court Square, Newnan, GA, 30263Dates
June 5 - June 6
Overview
A Celebration of All Things Southern!
Highlights include-"Bourbon on the Porch" in the Historic District -Southern gothic panelists Dr. Casey Clabough, ed., James Dickey Review,and Ga Southern prof Emma Bolden, "War, Women & Bourbon"–luncheon discussion of Clabough's novel "Confederados",-new author, John Warley and"A Southern Girl", one of Southern Living's best summer reads-Ole Miss's Dr. Jay Watson on William
Faulkner's evolution in Civil Wars–world renowned tenor Timothy Miller and music evocative of the South at "A Southern Dinner"-
Plus...Market Day, bluegrass, trendy boutiques, walking tours of 5 historic districts, civil war battle site "Brown's Mill" (where Union forces were routed away), Erskine Caldwell's home, Lewis Grizzard's favorite haunts, and famous film sites county-
wide including Walking Dead locations and set in Senoia. Enjoy legendary hospitality & old Southern charm. Y'all come!
Ticketing, map and more information can be found at www.southernlitfest.com.
Southern Litfest 2015
June 11-13, 2015
2726 Watts Drive, Kennesaw, GA, 30144Dates
June 11 - June 13
Overview
Inaugural Camp McDonald day festivities will kick-off on June 11 and June 13, 2015! Tickets for this program on June 11 at the Southern Museum are $25, and can be purchased at www.campmcdonaldpark.org. On Saturday, beginning at 7 a.m., visit the actual camp site in downtown Kennesaw for guided tours, period
reenactors, and various living history displays! There is no charge for Saturday's activities.
Inaugural Camp McDonald Day
A multi faceted history of the area includes the site being a regional meeting point for the Cherokee Indian Tribe and later serving as
Camp McDonald. The Camp was the largest military training facility in the State of Georgia during the Civil War and was once
approximately 60 acres. Camp McDonald was situated around a water supply adequate for training an army with cavalry.
June 12-13, 2015
Ga Division SCV Reunion
http://gascv.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/118_Reunion_Registeration_form_2015.pdf
June 20, 2015
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
Smyrna City Hall, 2800 King Street, Smyrna, GA, 30080Dates
June 20
Overview
The City of Smyrna installed three displays containing selections from a collection of Civil War artifacts collected by Gerald Cox. The Cox/Armstrong
Civil War Collection is displayed at Smyrna City Hall, Smyrna Public Library and Brawner Hall.
Gerald Cox (1945-1996) was an Atlanta Civil War artifacts collector who grew up in a family of Civil War historians. As a boy in the 1950s, he spent many
weekends in Smyrna and visited the Carmichael Plantation, near I-285, where he searched the area of the battle that reached Atlanta, having passed through
Smyrna in 1864. He found his first relic, a lead .58-caliber bullet and was hooked. He and his family continued exploring, building a huge collection of
artifacts through the years.
The Cox/Armstrong War Collection Exhibit
June 20, 2015
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
711 Jarrell Plantation Rd., Juliette, GA, 31046Dates
November 21
Overview
Learn about the hastily planned attempt by Georgia militia to halt Union General Sherman's March to the Sea in November 1864. Civil
War soldier life portrayals and Union and Confederate encampments followed with a noon memorial service and battlefield tours. Donations
are appreciated to help preserve this historic site.
Battle of Griswoldville 151st Anniversary Commemoration
September 12, 2015
October 3-4, 2015
Andersonville Historic Fair
On the first full weekend in October, History comes alive in Andersonville. Georgia.
Hundreds of Civil War reenactors set up camps and stage two realistic mock battles, the first at 3pm Saturday and the second at 2 pm Sunday.
Sutlers selling Civil War uniforms and accouterments, guns, swords, flags and Civil War era civilian clothing add color and interest as do craftsmen such as gunsmiths, blacksmiths, basket makers,
quilters, weavers, and artists of all kinds.
Gates open at 10 am both days. The first big activity is the parade on the main street, Saturday at 11 a.m.
Special entertainment includes performances by The Southern Gunslingers, puppet shows, line dancing, clogging, bluegrass band performances, and gospel singing.
Admission is $4 for Adults, $1.50 for children 12 and under.No aggressive dogs allowed. Dogs must be under 25 pounds and leashed.
For more information Call 229-924-2558Check us out on facebook - Andersonville Historic Fair
The only Confederate Soldier Buried At Andersonville Cemetery
November 20-21, 2015
This is 1 of Many historical events taking placethru the 150th anniversary year. Please visit
for a complete listing. There are many great educational programs for all ages
www.gacivilwar.org
4432 Mt. Tabor Church Rd, Dallas, GA, 30157Dates
November 20 - November 21
Overview
On November 20 - 21, 2015, Confederate and Federal soldiers will recreate the night attack of the Battle of Pickett's Mill. During guided
tours at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m., visitors will witness Brig. Gen. Hiram Granbury's Brigade advance into the dark ravine and Capt. Thomas
Key's artillery bombardment. Registration will be announced in October 2015.
Fall Candlelight tours
Celebrate Your May Birthday with
Remembrance of Our Confederate Generals
Display Your Flags With PrideIn Their Honor
MAJ. GENERAL JOHN BANKHEAD MAGRUDER- 1 MAY 1807, PORT ROYAL, VA BRIG. GENERAL THOMAS HARRISON- 1 MAY 1823- JEFFERSON CO., AL BRIG. GENERAL WILLIAM YOUNG CONN HUMES- 1 MAY 1830 ABINGDON, VA BRIG. GENERAL WILLIAM STEELE- 1 MAY 1819- ALBANY, NY BRIG. GENERAL BRYAN MOREL THOMAS- 8 MAY 1836- MILLEDGEVILLE, GA BRIG. GENERAL WILLIAM FEIMSTER TUCKER- 9 MAY 1827- IREDELL CO., NC BRIG. GENERAL WILLIAM GEORGE MACKEY DAVIS- 9 MAY 1812- PORTSMOUTH, VA BRIG. GENERAL WILLIAM EDMONDSON “GRUMBLE” JONES- 9 MAY 1824-WASHIINGTON, CO., VA BRIG. GENERAL ALFRED JEFFERSON VAUGHN JR- 10 MAY 1830- DINWIDDIE CO., VA BRIG. GENERAL GEORGE PIERCE DOLES- 14 MAY 1830- MILLEDGEVILLE, GA BRIG. GENERAL JAMES PATRICK MAJOR- 14 MAY 1836- FAYETTE, MO MAJ. GENERAL ISAAC RIDGEWAY TRIMBLE- 15 MAY 1802- CULPEPER, VA BRIG. GENERAL LAURENCE SIMMONS BAKER- 15 MAY 1830- GATES CO., NC GENERAL EDMUND KIRBY SMITH- 16 MAY 1824- ST. AUGUSTINE, FL BRIG. GENERAL SAMUEL JAMESON GHOLSON- 19 MAY 1808- MADISON CO., KY BRIG. GENERAL FELIX KIRK ZOLLICOFFER- 19 MAY 1812- MAURY CO., TN MAJ. GENERAL DABNEY HERNDON MAURY- 21 MAY 1822- FREDRICKSBURG, VA BRIG. GENERAL MOSBY MONROE PARSONS- 21 MAY 1822- CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA BRIG. GENERAL RICHARD LEE TURBERVILLE BEALE- 22 MAY 1819- WESTMORELAND CO., VA BRIG. GENERAL CHARLES CLARK- 24 MAY 1811- WARREN CO., OH BRIG. GENERAL HENRY HOPKINS SIBLEY- 25 MAY 1816- NATCHITOCHES, LA BRIG. GENERAL EDWARD PORTER ALEXANDER, 26 MAY 1835- WASHINGTON, GA BRIG. GENERAL EDWIN GRAY LEE- 27 MAY 1836- LOUDON CO., VA MAJ. GENERAL ROBERT FREDRICK HOKE- 27 MAY 1837- LINCOLTON, NC BRIG. GENERAL ALPHEUS BAKER- 28 MAY 1828- ABBYVILLE DIST., SC BRIG. GENERAL BASIL WILSON DUKE- 28 MAY 1838- GEORGETOWN, KY BRIG. GENERAL REUBEN LINDSAY WALKER- 29 MAY 1827- ALBERMARLE CO., VA BRIG. GENERAL GEORGE DOHERTY JOHNSTON- 30 MAY 1832- HILLSBOROUGH, NC MAJ. GENERAL WILLIAM FITZHUGH LEE- 31 MAY 1837- ARLINGTON, VA MAJ. GENERAL STEPHEN DODSON RAMSEUR- 31 MAY 1837- LINCOLTON, NC
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God Bless and Have A Great Dixie Day!
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