βAll that the South has ever desired was that the Union, as established by our forefathers, should be preserved, and that the government as originally organized should be administered in purity and truth.β
~General Robert E. Lee
#TheSouthWasRIGHT
~General Robert E. Lee
#TheSouthWasRIGHT
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βWe will stay hereβ¦if we must all go to hell together. Tell General Longstreet to send me some ammunition. I have not a cartridge in my command, but will hold my position at the point of the bayonet.β~ John R. Cooke of the 27th NC responding to orders to Genl Longstreet to hold the Confederate Center. - The Sunken Road, Sharpsburg, 152 years ago today...September 17, 1862
When the War ended, Cooke went to Richmond, and became a merchant. He was an active member of the community and was one of the founders of the Confederate Old Soldiers Home in Richmond.
When the War ended, Cooke went to Richmond, and became a merchant. He was an active member of the community and was one of the founders of the Confederate Old Soldiers Home in Richmond.
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Corporal John D. Tanner of Company F 28th Virginia Infantry Regiment. The 28th Virginia fought in almost every major battle of the War Between the States with The Army of Northern Virginia from the First Battle of Manassas to Appomattox. The regiment suffered heavy casualties during the war. When the war started the unit had 600 men in total and when the unit surrendered at Appomattox only 3 officers and 51 men survived. We donβt know what happened to Corporal Tanner, but we will make sure he is not forgotten.
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Shoutout to the men of the King William Artillery who brought their beautiful cannon to educate attendees and provide demonstrations throughout the day. A supporter sent us this enhanced photo of the crew and we thought it was spectacular. Thank you, gentlemen! #VFPicnic2026
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Room setup just before guests began to arrive for our 15th Anniversary family picnic last weekend. Shoutout to each and every one of you who had a part in making it our best yet! #VFPicnic2026
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