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The Constitution of the Confederate States of America was very similar to the United States of America Constitution. And why shouldn't it be? After all, a Southerner, James Madison, was the chief architect of the US Constitution and it was adopted by their forefathers. This was the main reason the states of the South declared their independence and seceded to form their own government. The northern states and the Federal government had strayed from the constitution adopted by their forefathers. Most of the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution was incorporated into the Confederate Constitution. There are other small adjustments and tweaks throughout the document to correct things Southerners felt were in error with the original document and to balance power between the states and the federal government. -
The bedrock of the Southern American culture was that the Bible was indeed the infallible word of the God who created the heavens, the Earth, and all that is therein; and that Jesus Christ is the only means of redemption. Therefore it should not be surprising to anyone that at the beginning of the War of Northern Aggression many of the political, military officers and soldiers were Christians. As a result they knew the great need for those going into battle to possess the Bible, New Testaments, tracts and hymn books, especially for those who were unsaved. It was simply amazing how politicians, army commanders, preachers, churches, chaplains and the people of the Confederacy immediately set into motion whatever was necessary to supply the troops with God's word. --Rev. Dr. Herman White This small prayer book was originally published in Charleston, SC, early in the War to be distributed to Confederate soldiers marching off to war or already in the field. Hopefully this book played a part in bringing comfort to the men in the field as they faced the horrors of war. -
From the authors of THE SOUTH WAS RIGHT! comes a new edition of what one historian calls one of the most important and original histories of the Southern people. PUNISHED WITH POVERTY tells the unvarnished story of the intentional policy of economic devastation and exploitation of the South which has affected all Southerners, both black and white, long after the close of the "Civil War" and "Reconstruction." In fact, the sad legacy of these punitive policies continues to this very day. The over-arching theme of Southern history is not Race, as is conventionally stated, but Poverty - poverty not due to the South's shortcomings but imposed on them by the system under which they live. -
This delightful hardbound children's book was originally published in 1867, a scant two years after the end of the War for Southern Independence. This is the story of three young Southern girls trying to understand why Santa Claus didn't visit the little Southern children during the four Christmases of the War. With the help of their auntie, they ponder this question one afternoon and finally write a letter to General Robert E. Lee, knowing he would be able to answer their question. They decide to put his answer, along with their dreams and other stories, into a book and give it to Santa Claus, so he could sell it for the benefit of the little Confederate children who had lost everything by the War. -
Choose from Battle Flag, Robert E. Lee or Stonewall Jackson. Comes with chain and battery. -
These lightweight canvas haversacks are embroidered with "CS" on the front flap. Has adjustable strap and measures 12" x 16". -
These short sleeve t-shirts are made with 100% USA cotton and are available in heathered gray, cream or butternut. The SCV 1896 logo is screen printed in black on the front pocket. On the back is a beautiful "God Save the South" printed in red and blue. The butternut color is darker in person than it appears in photos. Limited sizing available. -
This Life Member short sleeve polo shirt is made of 65/35 poly/cotton pique and is snag-resistant. The collar is flat knit and the label is tag free. Available in Wheat, Regatta Blue and Storm Grey in M - 4X. -
This timeless Port Authority denim long sleeve shirt is made of 100% cotton denim and is embroidered with the Life Member logo. Garment-washed in a dark wash color with metal buttons and light grey contrast topstitching. A staff favorite! Available in sizes Medium - 4X. -
These beautiful long sleeve oxford shirts are embroidered with the Life Member logo. Available in white, khaki or dark gray in Medium - 4X. -
These moisture-wicking short sleeve polo shirts come embroidered with the Life Member logo and are also snag resistant and offer UV protection against the sun. Tag free label, easy care with a flat knit collar. 100% polyester double knit pique. -
Made by Port Authority, these 65/35 poly/cotton pique polo shirts are embroidered with the SCV logo and are tag free, snag-resistant and have a flat knit collar. Choose from Rich Red, Gusty Grey or Strong Blue in sizes M - 4X. -
This 100% polyester moisture-wicking polo by Port Authority is embroidered with the SCV logo and will help keep you cool on warm days. This shirt is snag-resistant and the tag-free label is comfortable against your skin. Available in Brilliant Blue, Red and Steel Grey in sizes M - 4X. -
BACK IN STOCK! Get them while you can since these always sell out! This timeless Port Authority long sleeve denim shirt is made of 100% cotton denim and is embroidered with the SCV logo. Garment-washed in a dark wash color with metal buttons and light grey contrast topstitching. A staff favorite! -
LIMITED SUPPLY! These pens were handcrafted using the wood from elm trees felled at Historic Elm Springs in Columbia, TN. Choose from silver, gold or gunmetal. -
These beautiful silver lapel pins depict General N.B. Forrest's monument that now resides here at SCV Headquarters. Excellent quality and MADE IN AMERICA! -
450 Union and Confederate Soldiers narrate the stirring events of 1863's Tullahoma, Chickamauga and Chattanooga campaigns in Tennessee and Georgia. Illustrated with 465 wartime photographs. 483 pages. Published in 1996. ONLY ONE AVAILABLE! -
Published in 1989 by William M. Glasgow, Jr. - 1st Regular Edition. A history of the 17th Virginia Infantry Regiment. ONLY ONE AVAILABLE -
Published in 1998. Illustrated with 175 wartime photographs. 205 pages. ONLY ONE AVAILABLE! -
Published in 1959. With text drawn from diaries and letters and pictures from public and private collections this book tells in detail the history of the American Civil War. 273 pages. -
This heathered gray t-shirt has the Great Seal on the front left and "Forrest Boyhood Home - He Rode From Here Into The Legend Of The Land" on the back. Sizes Large - 4X. All proceeds benefit the National Confederate Museum. -
These beautiful postcards are 4" x 6" and pretty enough to frame! -
These beautiful Confederate lapel pins are MADE IN AMERICA. Available in Southern Cross (measures 7/8" x 7/8"), I Pledge Allegiance to these Flags (7/8" x 7/8"), 1st National, 2nd National, 3rd National, Bonnie Blue or Battle Flag. All flag wreath lapel pins measure 3/4"W x 5/8"H with clutch back. These are beautiful pins! -
This fleece-lined knit cap will help keep you warm this winter. Choose from coal black with white embroidery or sport gray with black embroidery. -
This fleece-lined knit cap will keep you warm this winter! Comes with the official SCV logo laser engraved onto a leatherette patch. Available in coal black or sport gray. -
These Confederate trading cards were produced by the Tennessee Division and come in a pack of 50 cards. -
This 15oz ceramic mug proudly displays our BRAND NEW alternate museum logo. Dishwasher and microwave safe. -
New to the store! This shirt was previously discontinued however it is now being resurrected. This newer version has a pocket on the front left chest (no SCV logo) and is available to anyone. Made of 100% cotton. Available in a beautiful gray or black. Medium - 3X. -
Beautiful Life Member cufflinks made in Columbia, TN by a local jeweler. -
ONLY ONE AVAILABLE! New in plastic - this hardbound book is completely written in German. Part chronicle, part documentary, part novel, this book explores the story surrounding Captain Henry Wirz and Andersonville prison. -
ONLY ONE AVAILABLE! A history of the 30th Alabama Infantry Regiment, Confederate States of America. This is the story of a group of men who formed a combat regiment in the Spring of 1862, and went off to war. Hardbound & out of print. 370 pages. Excellent condition. -
TWO COPIES AVAILABLE! Hardbound. 404 pages. Excellent condition. Born in New Jersey in 1818, a graduate of West Point in 1843, Samuel French won distinction in the Mexican war as a lieutenant of light artillery. At Palo Alto, Resaca, Monterey and Buena Vista he was actively engaged, receiving two brevets for gallantry in action and a serious wound at Buena Vista. But with the coming of the great civil war his narrative takes on a sterner interest. French was of Northern birth, but it is plain that the South had not a more devoted adherent. Commissioned a brigadier general in the provisional army of the Confederate States in October 1861, French served in various capacities with zeal and efficiency until his appointment as major general to command a division of the army under Gen. J.E. Johnston. A very interesting read! -
NEW CONDITION - ONLY ONE AVAILABLE! Published in 2006. This book is the Civil War journal of William Pitt Chambers, a chaplain from Mississippi who served in the 46th Mississippi Regiment. -
ONLY ONE COPY AVAILABLE - EXCELLENT CONDITION! Hardback. The military events surrounding the frontier village of Westport, Missouri, during the autumn of 1864 were part of a Confederate raid that exceeded any Civil War cavalry raid. The climax of a last-ditch Confederate invasion of Missouri, the battle ended forever the bitter fighting that had devastated the Missouri-Kansas border. First published more than thirty years ago and now available with a new introduction and notes that update the text, Action Before Westport presents the only full account of that most unusual and daring Civil War battle. In addition to incorporating official records, newspaper accounts, letters, diaries, journals, and privately printed records, Monnett consulted several previously undiscovered manuscripts, two of them the work of key Confederate generals in the raid. The result is a classic work that is both immensely readable and impressive in its documentation.
