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Area native Rick Simmons relates the often overlooked stories of the upper South Carolina coast during the Civil War. As a base of operations for more than three thousand troops early in the war and the site of more than a dozen forts, almost every inch of the coast was affected by and hotly contested during the Civil War.
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Details the cover-ups and denials as well as the cruel realities of the prison camp and chronicles the efforts by Confederate veterans to make known the truth about their experiences. The author includes a full list of prisoners who died at Camp Morton and are buried in a mass grave in Indianapolis.
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Pack of 25 Christmas cards featuring a snowy Elm Springs, home to the National Confederate Museum owned and operated by the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Cards measure 5" x 7". 2 season greetings to choose from: Christmas: "At this joyous season may you be blessed with the peace, happiness and love that Christmas brings." Holiday: "Wishing you the quiet beauty of a peaceful Holiday season and happiness throughout the year." A similar version to "Christmas at Elm Springs" now on clearance for $8 at this link: https://scv.org/product/christmas-at-elm-springs-cards/
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Featuring Historic Elm Springs built in 1837; the home to the National Confederate Museum owned and operated by the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Stained glass provides a blue backdrop featuring a 3D image of the beloved home. This extraordinary piece looks beautiful on a Christmas tree or hanging in a window against the sunlight! Measures 4.5" x 2.5".
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T-Shirt features beautiful Elm Springs, Headquarters of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, on the front pocket & the classic waving flag image of our Logo tees. This style is available for those who support the SCV's cause but are ineligible for Membership; Friends of the SCV, UDC, OCR or anyone who wishes to support our cause! Only available in Gray.
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Gumps! Wharf Lice! Ditch Hunters! Though it’s reasonably clear that those terms are insults, few people today have any idea what they mean. Like much of the language used in the 1860’s, these expressions have vanished from everyday speech. This comprehensive volume will delight the historian, the writer, and the reenactor. Now in paperback.
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Marse Bradford Harrison, of St. Michaels, MD, gave 4 year old Eliza Ann Benson to his new born daughter, Braddie, in 1841. Eliza would be a slave to her infant owner in Harrison’s way of thinking. But a friendship began & a promise was made. Eliza stayed with Braddie through Braddie’s married life, which included the War Between the States & its aftermath; and when Braddie & her husband died leaving a family full of children & no one to rear them, there was one more promise that Eliza wanted to keep. Eliza’s down-home philosophy, loyalty, fortitude and love positively impacted Miss Braddie & 3 generations thereafter.
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Confederate monuments and markers in cemeteries across Georgia are inscribed with a variety of dedications. Many offer a simple sentiment, some present a more political statement, some have long soliloquies of prose or poetry and others feature lists of names of individuals or units that served. These monuments recognize the sacrifice of those who served Georgia in the War.
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Another great music collection by Ross. Includes many traditional songs like "Down in the Valley", "Uncle Joe", "The Girl I Left Behind Me" and "Arkansas Traveler" along with many of Ross Moore originals that include "Prettiest Belle at the Ball", "Ghost River", "South Carolina Shuffle" and the beautiful "Sweet Magnolia Waltz" featuring Ross on the Celtic Harp. This CD is Dedicated to: The Gentlemen and Ladies who perpetuate and hold dear the social graces and values of the Old South.
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Midway between Memphis and New Orleans along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg was essential to both Confederate and Union campaigns. General Ulysses S. Grant began his campaign on the city in November 1862, but he was forced to abandon the operation in December when the fiery General Earl Van Dorn made a daring raid on Grant’s main supply depot at Holly Springs, Mississippi. With the help of the CSS Arkansas, Van Dorn’s single day raid on Grant’s supply base saved Vicksburg from Grant’s forces for an entire year.
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A quite plantation owner, Jack Hinson watched the start of the War with disinterest. After Union soldiers seized & murdered his sons, Hinson could remain indifferent no longer. This biography presents the story of a lone Confederate sniper, aged 57, waged a personal war on Grant's army & navy. This meticulously researched & beautifully written work is the only account of Hinson's life ever recorded.
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This book forcefully sets Jesse James in the context of his times, firmly identifying him as a violent & effective Confederate partisan. The author’s descriptions of the events leading up to the war in the West & the complex political struggle after the war are clear & vivid. Few books profoundly change our understanding of a famous figure in American history – this book is one of them.
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Just in, this classic look decanter set is exactly what you need to show your life membership in this amazing organization. Perfect for your office or your man cave. The life member logo is etched in each rocks glass and the decanter. The set includes 4 rocks glasses and 1 decanter. Make sure you get a set before supplies run out. Remember these are specifically for Life Members, but dont fret, we are currently working on ones for regular membership.