Camp Douglas Memorial #1507

NEWS

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:44:29 -0700

Camp Douglas Memorial #1507

illinois division

sons of confederate veterans

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April 18, 2009 Illinois Division Convention.

Springfield, Illinois

Hilton Hotel

Contact Ed Briggs, Division Adjutant

Yes we have all done thought this at one time or another!

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:38:39 -0700

�For every Southern boy fourteen years old, not once but whenever he wants it, there is the instant when it's still not yet two o�clock on that July afternoon in 1863, the brigades are in position behind the rail fence, the guns are laid and ready in the woods and the furled flags are already loosened to break out and Pickett himself with his long oiled ringlets and his hat in one hand probably and his sword in the other looking up the hill waiting for Longstreet to give the word and it's all in the balance, it hasn't happened yet, it hasn't even begun yet, it not only hasn't begun yet but there is still time for it not to begin against that position and those circumstances which made more men than Garnett and Kemper and Armistead and Wilcox look grave yet it's going to begin, we all know that, we have come too far with too much at stake and that moment doesn't need even a fourteen-year-old boy to think This time. Maybe this time with all this much to lose and all this much to gain: Pennsylvania, Maryland, the world, the golden dome of Washington itself to crown with desperate and unbelievable victory the desperate gamble, the cast made two years ago.... William Faulkner, Intruder In The Dust�

Latest Camp Count

Thu, 28 May 2009 11:27:53 -0700

As of today, the latest camp count now stands at a total of 71 members. That includes regular members, cadets, and associate members. We are confident that this is the most the camp has ever had in its ranks. Lets keep up the good work and renew all our memberships in our prestigious organization!!!

Website updates

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:32:25 -0700

Gentlemen- I have added some new names to the camp website. I also am awaiting the arrivals of a couple new applicants before updating the Roll Of Honor.

NEWS

Fri, 15 May 2009 13:06:59 -0700

Camp Douglas Memorial #1507

illinois division

sons of confederate veterans

This is the new web page for the RSS information. Subscribe to the RSS feed an never miss an update

My latest updates

As of December 7, 2008 I will no longer be updating the websites. If you want to get the latest goings on in the camp or division, you need to subscribe to the RSS feed for the sites.

This is the URL for the Camp Douglas Memorial RSS feed to add to your RSS reader.
http://www.rsspect.com/rss/campdouglas.xml

April 18, 2009 Illinois Division Convention.

Springfield, Illinois

Hilton Hotel

Contact Ed Briggs, Division Adjutant

NEWS

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:21:13 -0700

Camp Douglas Memorial #1507

illinois division

sons of confederate veterans

This is the new web page for the RSS information. Subscribe to the RSS feed an never miss an update

My latest updates

As of December 7, 2008 I will no longer be updating the websites. If you want to get the latest goings on in the camp or division, you need to subscribe to the RSS feed for the sites.

This is the URL for the Camp Douglas Memorial RSS feed to add to your RSS reader.
http://www.rsspect.com/rss/campdouglas.xml

April 18, 2009 Illinois Division Convention.

Springfield, Illinois

Hilton Hotel

Contact Ed Briggs, Division Adjutant

and now a word from Compatriot McGee

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:26:19 -0700

Compatriot McGee would llioke to share this thought with his fellow greybacks: HAPPY 144TH! YES 144 YEARS AGO TODAY THE TYRANT, LINCOLN WAS SHOT. TOO BAD IT'S NOT THE 148TH ANNIVERSARY! A HEAP OF GOOD BOYS, NORTH AND SOUTH WOULD NEVER HAVE DIED IF HE WAS KILLED IN '61 VS. '65. NOT SO HONEST ABE WAS THE FIRST OF THE "BIG GOVERNMENT" BUNCH. HE IS KNOW FOR FREEING THE SLAVES, BUT, HE NEVER FREED A SLAVE IN ANY AREA HE HAD CONTROL OVER. ONLY IN SOUTHERN HELD TERRITORY.

New Cadets join Camp Douglas #1507

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:56:08 -0700

As of this date, Illinois Division and camp chaplain Dr. Mark Woolfington's 2 sons have joined Camp Douglas Memorial as cadets. This brings the number of camp cadets to 5!! Remember any boy 12 years of age or younger can join the SCV as a cadet, as long as they have Confederate heritage.

Minooka/ Dollinger Farm

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:32:50 -0700

This is the largest event in the state. We need to make this a maximum effort for recruiting as this is the last event of the year. Here is the information. Civil War Days Reenactment October 17-18, 2009 Our Civil War event has grown to one of the best in the state! Over 500 re-enactors participate in this annual event. Relive History with President Lincoln, or General Thomas. There are live horses, booming cannons, a spectacular battle scene! Come experience a piece of American History at our "battlefield". It's a weekend you won't want to miss. A small entrance fee ($4 for adult, $2 for children) is charged for the Battle only - 2PM Saturday 10/17 or Sunday 10/18 BE SURE TO ARRIVE EARLY - NO LATER THAN 1:00 PM IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE BATTLE If you are a reenactor interested in being part of this event, please contact Jerry Kowalski at (630) 833-3235. Civil War Reenactment, American History, Battle

Wauconda Civil War Days

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:18:07 -0700

Northern Illinois' largest Civil War Reenactment! Event Details Living History Day | July 11, 2009, 11 am - 4 pm Wander through civilian camps and Civil War shops to see blacksmiths, quilters, tinsmiths and other historical figures from that era. Experience a soldier's life with reenactments of pay day, weapon checks, drills and mail call. Listen to the songs and stories of Harriet Tubman or a compelling address by President and Mrs. Lincoln. Meet Generals Custer, Lee, Grant, Jackson and Sherman. Visit a recreation of the 1863 Summer Agricultural Fair. The Big Battle | July 12, 2009, 9 am - 3 pm On Sunday, civilian camps and sutler's shops remain open as units prepare for the narrated battle. Artillery, infantry, cavalry and medical units all contribute to this large-scale living history demonstration. Arrive by 12:30 pm to secure a good viewing spots for the narrated battle, which starts at 1:30 pm. Presentations by Sojourner Truth, President and Mrs. Lincoln, and Civil War era generals round out the day.

Naper Settlement Civil War Days

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:15:31 -0700

Saturday and Sunday, May 16 & 17CIVIL WAR DAYS The historic museum village is transformed into a Civil War encampment where visitors can meet famous figures of the past and experience firsthand a turbulent time period in our nation's history. Hundreds of re-enactors participate, staging a battle complete with raging cannons and artillery. Walk the grounds and talk to President Abraham Lincoln, famous generals and characters that bring the past to life. The battle begins at 2:30 p.m. each day. More > 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. both days. $9 adults, $8 seniors, $6.50 youth (4-17) Naperville Heritage Society members and Season Pass Holders receive free admission. Download PDF 2009 Application Forms for Sutlers and Re-Enactors.

Lake Villa Civil War days

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:06:27 -0700

Lake Villa Historical Society Presents The 7th Annual Lake Villa Civil War Days At the Lehmann Mansion 485 N. Milwaukee Avenue Lake Villa, Illinois September 19-20, 2009 10:00 a.m. � 3:30 p.m. Admission $5 � Mansion Tours $5 Weekend Pass $10 (2 Day admittance, 1 Mansion Tour) Attend a Press Conference with President Abraham Lincoln Meet General Thomas and Senator Douglas Tour the Lehmann Mansion � see Civil War clothing on display Watch Cavalry Drills and Tactics See Daily Battle between the Union and Confederate troops Visit Union and Confederate Campsites and medical tents Hear Civil War Music and Storyteller And much, much, more!! Event Co-hosted by: Village of Lake Villa, Camp Douglas, and Army of the Cumberland http://www.reenactmenthq.com

New member

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:38:30 -0700

Camp Douglas Memorial has enlisted another young man into the camp. His name is Mitchell Ransdell. Mitchell, like our other young member, Jacob Lake, sought out the SCV and decided to join Camp Douglas. Mitchell lives in the Chicago area and attends high school. He and Jacob Lake represent the future of our not only our camp, but of our organization as a whole.

Come On Camp Douglas!!

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:14:35 -0700

Camp 1962 has laid down the gauntlet. They now have 56 members and are looking at 60 by December 09. We need to get our recruiting in gear. We have 51 members. We all need to join in this crusade. We lost the largest camp north of the Mason-Dixon line to AJ Ringo Camp 1509, New Castle, Indiana. We need to get both titles back, and the only way to do this is to recruit new members and those that have dropped out!!

NEWS

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:17:20 -0700

Camp Douglas Memorial #1507

illinois division

sons of confederate veterans

This is the new web page for the RSS information. Subscribe to the RSS feed an never miss an update

My latest updates

As of December 7, 2008 I will no longer be updating the websites. If you want to get the latest goings on in the camp or division, you need to subscribe to the RSS feed for the sites.

April 18, 2009 Illinois Division Convention.

Springfield, Illinois

Hilton Hotel

Contact Ed Briggs, Division Adjutant