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By: canalou on 8/9/09
I'm for their right to be here, because the preservation of the Union of the United States gaurentees that right...but for our Chamber of Commerce to support their insult to thousands of my neighbors living here, I'm deeply disappointed. If flying the confederate flag insults my neighbors, I'm not doing it...
I'm for their right to be here, because the preservation of the Union of the United States gaurentees that right...but for our Chamber of Commerce to support their insult to thousands of my neighbors living here, I'm deeply disappointed. If flying the confederate flag insults my neighbors, I'm not doing it...
By: jesse on 8/9/09
What I get tired of in this day and age is the people who nit pick at the offense they take in various subjects. Either you are against something or you agree with it. Of course it should follow that if a group has any rights to hold an event then it should also be the right of the local Chamber of Commerce to allow such an event to be held.
If you disagree with any one portion of the group then you need to draw such a line. Saying its o.k. for one right for any group then pronouncing shame on another group or authority for allowing that right is nothing but short sided and silly.
If you are truly disappointed you need to go after the base of the disappointment and hold to your convictions as in the case in point the SOCV.
As for myself. I see nothing wrong with the SOCV. This group may display the Confederate Flag but it also makes efforts to clean graveyards and preserve historical areas in this state which in turn brings the state money from tourism. I take no offense in this group and honestly most people would not even recognize these people from anyone else on the street. They are normal citizens.
Look at the picture in this article. They are not pushing symbols in your face. If not for this article most of you would not even notice their presence in the city.
What I get tired of in this day and age is the people who nit pick at the offense they take in various subjects. Either you are against something or you agree with it. Of course it should follow that if a group has any rights to hold an event then it should also be the right of the local Chamber of Commerce to allow such an event to be held.
If you disagree with any one portion of the group then you need to draw such a line. Saying its o.k. for one right for any group then pronouncing shame on another group or authority for allowing that right is nothing but short sided and silly.
If you are truly disappointed you need to go after the base of the disappointment and hold to your convictions as in the case in point the SOCV.
As for myself. I see nothing wrong with the SOCV. This group may display the Confederate Flag but it also makes efforts to clean graveyards and preserve historical areas in this state which in turn brings the state money from tourism. I take no offense in this group and honestly most people would not even recognize these people from anyone else on the street. They are normal citizens.
Look at the picture in this article. They are not pushing symbols in your face. If not for this article most of you would not even notice their presence in the city.
By: JamesGpatterson on 8/9/09
Murfreesboro SCV Camp # 33 has 165 members here in Murfreesboro and 30,000 Nationwide. This will be one of the largest gatherings in Murfreesboro of decendents of Confederate soldiers in modern history. Camp # 33 members are asked to participate in living histories and school programs in Rutherford county year round, the Confederate flag is a part of that history.
The Chamber of Commerce is here to promote tourism in Rutherford County, especially our biggest tourist attraction, Civil War sites. The Reunion will bring in several hundred thousand dollars in revenue. If anyone would like to know more about the SCV, they can call me at 615-812-0206 or email: mboroscv33@aol.com. James G. Patterson, Camp # 33 Adjutant and 2012 SCV Reunion chairman.
Murfreesboro SCV Camp # 33 has 165 members here in Murfreesboro and 30,000 Nationwide. This will be one of the largest gatherings in Murfreesboro of decendents of Confederate soldiers in modern history. Camp # 33 members are asked to participate in living histories and school programs in Rutherford county year round, the Confederate flag is a part of that history.
The Chamber of Commerce is here to promote tourism in Rutherford County, especially our biggest tourist attraction, Civil War sites. The Reunion will bring in several hundred thousand dollars in revenue. If anyone would like to know more about the SCV, they can call me at 615-812-0206 or email: mboroscv33@aol.com. James G. Patterson, Camp # 33 Adjutant and 2012 SCV Reunion chairman.
By: Daggerrose on 8/9/09
Way to go Camp 33. It will be a Glorious Southern event in 2012. It's not been that long ago since what was referred to as The Last Confederate Burial took place in Charleston S.C in 2004. The last crew of the Hunley was buried and there were thousands of period dressed soldiers and visitors there. What a site to see. http://www.bizboro.com/hunleyburial.html
http://www.bizboro.com/DSC00797.JPG
This is a Great Honor for my Confederate Ancestors to continue to be remembered for their hardships and battles they fought during the Civil War. Lets Remember Our Past Lest We Repeat It.
Daggerrose
Way to go Camp 33. It will be a Glorious Southern event in 2012. It's not been that long ago since what was referred to as The Last Confederate Burial took place in Charleston S.C in 2004. The last crew of the Hunley was buried and there were thousands of period dressed soldiers and visitors there. What a site to see. http://www.bizboro.com/hunleyburial.html
http://www.bizboro.com/DSC00797.JPG
This is a Great Honor for my Confederate Ancestors to continue to be remembered for their hardships and battles they fought during the Civil War. Lets Remember Our Past Lest We Repeat It.
Daggerrose
By: SocEtTuem on 8/10/09
Canalou, you are correct, the preservation of the union gives the SVC their right to celebrate their ancestors and I suspect President Lincoln would have not wanted it any other way.
I am a member of the SUVCW, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. I uneqivocally support our confederate cousins and wish them a successful event. They are my friends and neighbors and in a couple of cases also Brother members of the SUV having had kin on both sides during the war.
More importantly, I know none of them to be in the business of insulting anyone. Their display of the confederate flag (battle or national) is a matter of heritage, not hate and I support and will defend their RIGHT to do so. Understand that the SCV is a group of ancestors of Civil War soldeirs who, like the SUV, gather to honor the hardships and sacrifices of thier soldier ancestors and families past. It isn't about hating or insulting anyone.
Canalou, you are correct, the preservation of the union gives the SVC their right to celebrate their ancestors and I suspect President Lincoln would have not wanted it any other way.
I am a member of the SUVCW, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. I uneqivocally support our confederate cousins and wish them a successful event. They are my friends and neighbors and in a couple of cases also Brother members of the SUV having had kin on both sides during the war.
More importantly, I know none of them to be in the business of insulting anyone. Their display of the confederate flag (battle or national) is a matter of heritage, not hate and I support and will defend their RIGHT to do so. Understand that the SCV is a group of ancestors of Civil War soldeirs who, like the SUV, gather to honor the hardships and sacrifices of thier soldier ancestors and families past. It isn't about hating or insulting anyone.
By: jg13 on 8/10/09
"Confederates in The Attic: Dispatches in the Unfinished Civil War" by Seth Horwitz is an interesting book that takes a look at the continued fascination with the Civil War, especially in the South, and the lingering ties to a war that ended over 130 years ago. Definitely worth a read.
"Confederates in The Attic: Dispatches in the Unfinished Civil War" by Seth Horwitz is an interesting book that takes a look at the continued fascination with the Civil War, especially in the South, and the lingering ties to a war that ended over 130 years ago. Definitely worth a read.
By: SocEtTuem on 8/11/09
The war is 144 years in the past, jg. There remain a few who are still fighting it, even trying to revise it, but most are dedicated to the honorable preservation of their heritage and that right should, indeed must be respected.
The war is 144 years in the past, jg. There remain a few who are still fighting it, even trying to revise it, but most are dedicated to the honorable preservation of their heritage and that right should, indeed must be respected.
By: jg13 on 8/12/09
I'm not disparaging anyone SocEtTuem. It was and remains a pivotal point in American history. Simply suggesting a book that examines why the war is still so important to some. It was actually suggested to me by a historian who worked at the Stones River battlefield and for Murfreesboro's Preservation Society.
I'm not disparaging anyone SocEtTuem. It was and remains a pivotal point in American history. Simply suggesting a book that examines why the war is still so important to some. It was actually suggested to me by a historian who worked at the Stones River battlefield and for Murfreesboro's Preservation Society.
By: bugprof on 8/16/09
I am glad to see suggestions to read books about the War Between the States as we approach the SCV National Reunion in 2012. Having been an active member and officer in Murfreesboro's SCV Camp 33 for 15 years, one of the things that has impressed me about the camp's members is that though they have many different backgrounds and occupations, they are always reading, recommending and informally discussing new books that have been written about the WBTS.
I am glad to see suggestions to read books about the War Between the States as we approach the SCV National Reunion in 2012. Having been an active member and officer in Murfreesboro's SCV Camp 33 for 15 years, one of the things that has impressed me about the camp's members is that though they have many different backgrounds and occupations, they are always reading, recommending and informally discussing new books that have been written about the WBTS.
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