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George Washington Said What!?! — Fred London, Wed Mar 17 11:07pm
"(George) Washington felt that it was the Virginia institution that would have in the end to give way. 'I clearly foresee,' he told an English caller, 'that nothing but the rooting out of slavery can perpetuate the existence of our union by consolidating it in a common bond of principle.' To (Edmund) Randolph, he... more


Loyalist — civilwarsurgeon1861, Wed Mar 17 10:02am
Greetings; I am starting to put together the April Loyalist. If anyone has any submissions please send them to my e-mail address. Thankyou Doc

Word of Thanks! — Fred London, Mon Mar 15 2:04pm
On behalf of Scottie and my daughter I'd like to express my heartfelt appreciation for the gift voted upon by the membership. Like so many these days, they basically live from paycheck to paycheck. Since he had not been expecting any compensation for work on the 8th's website I know that any amount will be accepted... more

Attn. CPT Lundberg — Nick, Mon Mar 15 12:07pm
I have heard the dissappointing news that bentonville has been canceled. Since this has occured, how do you plan on getting the drum from CPT Morrow. I am just trying to make sure that I can play at Appomattix. Get back to me whenever you can. Your obedient drummer, Nick

Upcoming events — Whitney, Sun Mar 14 5:08pm
Since Bentonville has been canceled, I was looking at my calendar at the upcoming events. Doc Walker-you seem to be the one organizing the Appomattox trip (4/9-11), is there anything that you need me to do? Should everyone contact you if they are interested in attending? The next event after that is the Blount County... more

Appomattox — civilwarsurgeon1861, Sun Mar 14 12:38pm
Got this from Al Stone, looks like we'll be in a prominent position at the 245th Appomattox event. Sure would like additional members to make the trip with Kyle, Parson, Nick and me. Would be a great opportunity to show what the 8th can do. Let me know if you can make it. Good Morning Doc, I just received word from... more

Bentonville Fees — Randall Cooper, Sun Mar 14 12:08pm
Since the trip has been canceled,I think it would be a good idea to forget the money owed and give those who have paid the option of a refund if they wish.

Bentonville registration fees — Whitney, Wed Mar 10 12:44pm
The following people have not yet paid the $10 registration fee for Bentonville:Travis Devine, Jim Devine, Steve Lundberg, Shannon Lundberg, Tommy Ellison, Virginia Dinwiddie, David Dinwiddie. Please mail these to me at 301 Brandau Drive, Knoxville, Tn 37920 Thanks, Whitney

Bentonville Transportation READ — Steve Lundberg, Sun Mar 7 12:57pm
Hello Pards, I wanted to get this out to you regarding Bentonville transportation - Are there any members of the Company who regardless of any other option, are planning to drive their own vehicle? The estimate for travel is approximately 430 miles one way, and the time it will take is a bit more than 7 hours. That is ... more

Mail Call- Mourning Letter Recipient — Fred London, Fri Mar 5 5:51pm
Circumstances and Commanding officer permitting, I'd like to have a "Mail Call" at some appropriate time on Saturday, before or after that day's battle. I'll be addressing some envelopes prior to arrival at Bentonville. What I need is a volunteer (I know what they say about volunteering in the army) who will be the... more

Blue and Gray Alliance — Fred London, Fri Mar 5 1:04pm
http://www.campchase.com/news/view_sections.asp?idcategory=9&idarticle=481

Sam Houston Schoolhouse — Nick, Thu Mar 4 10:21pm
Hey 8th TN, If anyone knows what the adress for the schoolhouse is and how long the event is on sunday (that is the only day I can make it) and also what we will be doing please post it as soon as possible Thanks Nick

Unfortunate Incident — Nick, Thu Mar 4 1:17am
Hey Doc, Me, Jarrod, and even parson alittle bit, have searched the web all over looking for civil war era snare music to little success. I might have a rather simple and free solution. In our drumline, we have what the drum world calls a cadence. This is our drumline stand tones happy hour. With your permission me... more

Farragut — TD, Wed Mar 3 3:43pm
The people in charge of the Farragut Living History called me and asked about how many people we were gonna have there for the weekend, so they could know how much food etc to have. I wasnt sure so i told her I would call her back as soon as i know. Please post here or call me and let me know if you are able/want to... more

Open Challenge!! — Nick, Wed Mar 3 12:19pm
Hello persons who are smarter than I, I have search far and wide for music form the civil war era. The thing is, I cannot find any that I can understand. Like in that book, The Drummer And Fifer Guide, all the music is for both drum and fife. I need only drum, NO FIFE. If anyone can help me out I will figure out... more

Armed Guards Needed! — Fred London, Sun Feb 28 10:58pm
My wife has informed me that she is not only coming to Bentonville to portray the Parson's wife, but also as a staunch abolitionist. And, if that isn't enough, she also intends on bringing with her an old copy of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" to read in camp! She assures me she can take care of herself and is looking forward to ... more

Church Service at Bentonville — Fred London, Sat Feb 27 4:51pm
This is something only a chaplain with OCD would probably notice. According to the Bentonville Events Schedule, the Sunday morning church meeting runs from 8:30 to 9:30. The camp opens to the public at 9:00. Why would they open the camp to the public right in the middle of the church meeting? Why not simply wait 30... more

Company T-shirts — Whitney, Sat Feb 27 2:50pm
I have ordered the company T-shirts and they should be ready within a month! Thanks, Whitney
  • shirts — Steve Lundberg, Sun Mar 7 12:21pm
    • shirts — civilwarsurgeon1861, Mon Mar 8 12:34pm

Rosters for Bentonville & Elkhorn City — Whitney, Sat Feb 27 2:49pm
Bentonville: Jarrod Kirksey Randall Cooper Wesley Cooper Scott Burleson Fred London Candie London Travis Devine Jim Devine Steve Lundberg Shannon Lundberg Tommy Ellison Virginia Dinwiddie David Dinwiddie If anyone else decides to go to Bentonville, you will be able to participate as a walk-on. Elkhorn City: Fred... more

Anti-Seccession Declaration by Knoxville Minister — Fred London, Sat Feb 27 1:15pm
Had Brother Taylor not written this public declaration, I probably would have, as he expresses my opinion and sentiments on the issue very well. He only beat me to it by 150 years... Parson ---------------------------------------------------------- "That the Legislature of the State, without having first obtained the... more


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