SCV General George "Tige" Anderson Camp #453

SCV General George "Tige" Anderson Camp #453 The Gen. George "Tige" Anderson Camp #453 of the Alabama Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans Contact Information:
Comm. Lt. Com.

Today, the Sons of Confederate Veterans is preserving the history and legacy of these heroes so that future generations can understand the motives that animated the Southern Cause. The SCV is the direct heir of the United Confederate Veterans, and the oldest hereditary organization for male descendents of Confederate soldiers. Organized at Richmond, Virginia in 1896, the SCV continues to serve as

a historical, patriotic, and non-political organization dedicated to ensuring that a true history of the 1861-1865 period is preserved. George Hardy: [email protected]
2nd. Ryan Martin: (256) 770-9836
NEC Brigade Comm. Frank Leatherwood: (256) 506-0926

*Membership in the Sons of Confederate Veterans is open to all male descendants of any veteran who served honorably in the Confederate armed forces.

We had a great time this weekend at Ohatchee Fest. We look forward to this Saturday at Oxford Fest, make sure you stop b...
09/30/2015

We had a great time this weekend at Ohatchee Fest. We look forward to this Saturday at Oxford Fest, make sure you stop by and see us at our booth! Pictured is LtCmdr Jennings and Cmdr Hardy at Ohatchee Fest.

04/14/2015

On this day in Confederate History: In 1861 Fort Sumter was formally surrendered to the Confederacy at approx 2:30PM. During the 100 gun salute by the Union, Private Daniel Hough died after the gun he was loading discharged prematurely. He was the first casualty by either side during the war. In 1862 a Union fleet entered into the mouth of the Mississippi in preparation for the Battle of New Orleans. In 1863 the Battle of Centreville, VA, took place. Also in 1863, the Queen of the West was destroyed by Union gunners. Finally, in 1865 on Good Friday, U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth, in Ford's Theatre, Washington, D.C.

Our 4th Annual Lee-Jackson Banquet was a complete success. We all had a wonderful evening honoring our ancestors, as wel...
02/01/2015

Our 4th Annual Lee-Jackson Banquet was a complete success. We all had a wonderful evening honoring our ancestors, as well as discussing the lives of two important men: Generals Robert E Lee and "Stonewall" Jackson. Also, a very special thanks to our keynote speaker, Carl Jones, 2nd Lt Cmdr AL Div. We look forward to hosting this event again next year. Stay tuned in to this page over the following weeks as we continue to post our "This Day in Confederate History", Camp Events, etc. -In Dixie

01/31/2015

This evening, 31 JAN, at 6:00 will be the annual Lee-Jackson Banquet at Struts of Oxford. The address is: 88 Ali Way, Oxford, AL 36203. It's located just off of HWY 78 behind the Logan's Roadhouse. Guest speakers will be Alabama Division 2 LT CMDR Carl Jones and NEC Brigade Commander Frank Leatherwood. We look forward to seeing many other Camps and members of the UDC there in attendance! If you need more information about this event, please feel free to contact this page and we will get back with you as soon as possible for the event.

11/09/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1860 South Carolina calls for a special convention to be held later on 17 DEC to decide on the issue of whether or not the State should secede from the Union. Ongoing battles on this day: the Siege of Petersburg.

10/21/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1861 the Battle of Leesburg (Virginia) occurred. The battle is often referred to as "Ball's Bluff" or "Harrison Island" by the Union. The Confederate forces totaled 1,709 men while the Union stood at 1,720. The battle is notable for being the only time that a sitting U.S. Senator was killed in action, U.S. Field Commander Edward Baker of Oregon. The end result of the battle was an overwhelming victory for the Confederacy, being the second of many blunders by Maj. Gen. George McClellan's Army of the Potomac (US). The Confederacy had 36 men killed, 117 wounded and only 2 captured. On the Union side sources vary as to exact figures, but the consensus is that there were 223 men killed, 226 wounded and 553 captured. Ongoing battles on this day: The Siege of Petersburg.

10/09/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1862 during the Maryland Campaign, Maj. Gen. J.E.B. Stuart (CS) begins circumnavigating Gen. McClellan's (US) army for a second time. In 1863, Gen. Robert E. Lee (CS) and the Army of Northern Virginia crosses the Rapidan in attempts to outflank the Union's Army of the Potomac. Also in 1863, CS President Jefferson Davis speaks in Marietta, Georgia. In 1864 the battle of Tom's Brook occurred in Shenandoah County, Virginia. Ongoing battles on this day: the Siege of Petersburg.

10/08/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1862 the battle of Perryville (Kentucky) took place. The Confederate forces (Army of Mississippi) were led by Gen. Braxton Bragg and consisted of two wings: the right wing commanded by Lt. Gen. Leonidas Polk and a left wing commanded by Maj. Gen. William J. Hardee. On the Union side, the forces (Army of the Ohio) were led by Maj. Gen. Don Carlos Buell and Alexander McCook. Confederate forces engaged totaled 16,000; 532 Killed, 2641 Wounded, 228 Captured/Missing, for a total of 3,401. Union forces engaged totaled 22,000; 894 Killed, 2,911 Wounded, 471 Captured/Missing, for a total of 4,276. In all, casualties totaled 1/5 of all men involved. This was the largest battle fought on Kentucky soil and is considered a Tactical Victory for the Confederacy, yet a Strategic Victory for the Union. In 1863 CSA President Jefferson Davis speaks in Atlanta. Ongoing battles on this day: The Siege of Petersburg.

10/07/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1861 the Confederate States of America signed a treaty with the Cherokee, The Treaty of Friendship and Alliance with the Cherokee Nation Indians, which was later ratified by the CSA Congress on December 11, 1861. In 1862, the Battle of Lavernge took place. Ongoing battles on this day in history: The Siege of Petersburg.

09/20/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1861 Maj. Gen. Sterling Price, with 18,000 men (Missouri State Guard), lays siege to Lexington, Missouri, with a federal force of 3.600 under Colonel James Mulligan. After fighting intensified on September 19, Mulligan surrendered on the 20th. In 1863 the Battle of Chickamauga finally ended after 2 bloody days. The battle was damaging to both sides: Confederate 18,454 (2,312 killed, 14,674 wounded, and 1,468 captured or missing), Union 16,170 (1,657 killed, 9,756 wounded, and 4,757 captured or missing). Among the Confederate dead, were Generals: Benjamin Hardin Helm (husband of Abraham Lincoln's wife's sister), James Deshler, and Preston Smith. The battle was a victory for the Confederacy, although Gen. Bragg was unable to fully secure Eastern Tennessee with the victory. Also, The Siege of Petersburg was still occurring on this day in 1864.

Actions at the Battle of Chickamauga on this day (19 Sept) in 1863.
09/19/2014

Actions at the Battle of Chickamauga on this day (19 Sept) in 1863.

09/19/2014

On this day in Confederate History: In 1861 Brigadier General Felix Zollicoffe (CS) crosses into Kentucky via the Cumberland Pass and disperses a small Federal garrison at Barboursville. In 1862 the Battle of Iuka (Mississippi) occurred between Sterling Price (CS, Army of the West) and William Rosecrans (US, Army of the Mississippi). Also in 1862, skirmishes at: Shepherdstown, Ashby's Gap, Williamsport, and Hagerstown, as Lt. Gen. A. P. Hill (CS) covered the relocation of the Army of Northern Virginia from Sharpsburg. Gen. Robert E. Lee would keep a heavy cavalry presence in the area until October. In 1864 the 3rd Battle of WI******er (Virginia) occurred. Maj. Gen. Robert E. Rodes (CS) was killed and Maj. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee, Brig. Gens. William Terry, Archibald Godwin, and Col. William Wharton were wounded. Also among the Confederate dead was Col. George S. Patton, Sr. His grandson and namesake would become the famous U.S. General of World War II, George S. Patton, Jr. Ongoing battles on this day were: Chickamauga, Lexington, and the Siege of Petersburg.

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