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Manassas/Fort Wallace Wood — Jim Boone, Sgt. Maj. GVB, Mon Mar 8 19:50
Gentlemen Please post here if your unit is coming to Manassas this year. Would like to know estimated number and how many and what kind of canvas you bringing. I for one am looking forward to getting out and seein my pards again. Hope all have a safe trip down. I do want to have a NCO meeting Saturday night maybe... more
  • Manassas — Frank Groce/53rd Georgia, Wed Mar 10 18:57
  • Manassas — Tim Knight/30thGeoCoE, Wed Mar 10 11:53
  • Re: Manassas/Fort Wallace Wood — George E., Tue Mar 9 21:32
  • headcount — Evan Castle Co B 3rd Regt Engrs, Tue Mar 9 10:18
  • Manassas — Amanda Young, Cobb's Legion Co. D, Tue Mar 9 09:32
  • headcount — Paul Hagin Co K 26th Ga, Mon Mar 8 22:30
  • Manassas — Perry Herron 5th Ga Co A , Mon Mar 8 22:28
  • Manassas — Capt.R Luke 39th Geo.Inf., Mon Mar 8 20:40


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Prayer Request — Kris M/43rd Geo., Wed Mar 10 13:31
Gentlemen and Ladies, Please put Chip's brother, Rick Mattocks, on your prayer list. We learned this morning that he had a heart attack last night. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona and is only 42 years old. This is his 2nd heart attack (1st one was at age 34 I think). He is doing okay as he called his mother this morning... more


Stuff for sale — Ricky Jones/AG, Thu Mar 4 08:58
Here's a few items I need to get rid of... -Gray Jean Kepi w/black band & Leather brim. Approx. Size 7-5/8 -$40 -Sutler quality dark blue trousers approx. 38x30 -$35.00 email me- jones56ga@yahoo.com
  • also... — Ricky Jones/AG, Thu Mar 4 11:40


Julie's marker — Carrie Jordan, Thu Mar 4 20:16
I went out to visit Julie's grave and the maker had been set. Mom and I looked around for her spot because I couldn't remember exactly where it was...then I spotted the little Confederate flag (that I left last time) flapping in the wild wind that we had that day. I was surprised and relieved they didn't throw the... more


Lodging at Manassas Event — Elaine Wallace, Fri Mar 5 11:26
There is a hotel in Claxton, Ga. Carriage Inn Downtowner 912/739-2962 and in Reidsville a bed and breakfast Red House Manor 912/246-5055. Hope this will help in finding rooms somewhere near. See you all soon. If you need other info, please call me at 912/557-6649.


Gary Bowdin — Jay Kimbrel / 27th Ga, Co. G, Fri Mar 5 05:28
I regret to inform you that Gary Bowdin passed away March the 2nd 2010. Please keep Mrs. Doveen and her family as well as the 27th in you're prayers as we prepare to send one of our own home to be with the Lord. Gary we love you and will surely miss you!!
  • Gary Bowdin — Joey Young G.V.B. chaplain, Fri Mar 5 06:36
  • Gary's Loss — Paul Jerram/GVB Staff, Fri Mar 5 06:34


Requesting Reenactors. — Tim Knight/30thGeoCoE, Wed Mar 3 20:23
The Macon UDC is requesting reenactors for an honor guard. The memorial is to recognize Confederates who came home after the War and are buried at the Riverside Cemetery, Macon Georgia. The officer in charge is Col Lanny Haygood. Muster at 1:30; service is at 2:00pm March 6th. Thank you in advance to anyone who can... more


Ft Wallace/Wood Got Talent — The Would Sisters, Mon Mar 1 20:52
As the date of Manassas draws near, we feel we must encourage everyone to begin their rehearsals for the annual Camp Show at Ft Wallace/Wood. This year we are confident there is immeasurable amounts of untapped talent out there,just waiting to be discovered. An added attraction will be the GONG. Please, see Sister... more


looking for a '42 Springfield — Robert Saye/AG, Sun Feb 28 17:07
Anyone looking to sell or trade a '42 Springfield? If so, send me a email with what you have. thanks. Robert


Does anyone know anything about this? — Kevin Davis 4th Geo. vol inf Co E, Sat Feb 27 09:53
Received an email last week from a Mr. AL Platt concerning an event at Helen, Ga. This event is to honor the Blue and The gray weekend. It is set for may 8-9. 1st email was basically a hold harmless for the city of Helen, no info but was asked to send for it. Oh, what the heck, I did. Second email was a very short... more
  • contact — Paul Hagin, Tue Mar 2 07:46
  • may try this — Paul Hagin 26th Georgia Co K, Tue Mar 2 07:20


Manassas — Carrie Jordan, Fri Feb 26 21:47
I am looking forward to seeing everyone at Manassas. Hope all units are getting their plans made for the Saturday night show. Plans for the ladies tea are in full swing. Anyone wishing to donate any food for the tea, we would really appreciate it. Diane, Kathy, and I have been very busy getting things in order. We are ... more


*****RIFLE FOR SALE***** — Elliott Lewis S.C.A.R., Wed Feb 10 20:58
Hey everyone, me again. As of right now I still have a ton of those items for sale. They will all be coming with me to Olustee. The rifle sale is still on as well $450 for an 1862 Richmond Rifle-Musket made by Armisport. With the purchase of the rifle, you get a bayonet and your choice of one of three scabbards.... more
  • For Sale — Tim knight/30thGeo30thCoE, Thu Feb 25 23:17
  • Stuff for sale. — Frank Groce/ 53rd Geo, Thu Feb 25 19:36


McDonough Christmas Parade - December 1st! — Mark Pollard - 30th Georgia Inf. Regt., Tue Nov 27 21:03
The annual McDonough Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 1, 2007 at 6:00PM. As in the past, many members of the GVB have marched in the annual Christmas parade titled, "The Largest Small Town Parade in America." The local Henry County Sons of Confederate Veterans, Friends of Nash Farm Battlefield and the 30th... more


Broxton Bridge — Dennis Cook/18th Ga., Mon Feb 22 19:45
Just a simple question. Who from the GVB is going to Broxton Bridge? Best Regards, Dennis Cook Captain 18th Ga.


Columbus, Georgia 1865 Book Release — Charles Misulia, Tue Feb 23 18:50
This message is to share the news that the book entitled Columbus, Georgia 1865: The Last True Battle Of The Civil War (University of Alabama Press: Tuscaloosa, 2010) will soon be released. The public is invited to The National Civil War Naval Museum for the book's official debut from 5:00-8:00 PM on March 12, 2010.... more


Lt Col. Roger Statzer — Jeff Yoder Staff Cleburnes Div., Mon Feb 15 11:46
Battalion, I wanted to let all of you know, that our friend Roger Statzer is in the hospital. Due to complications from a blood clot, Roger had to have his right leg amputated just above the knee. I spoke with him this morning and he is doing well and in good sprits. As of right now Roger will be in the hospital for... more


Aiken Event — 1st SGT.MEL DANIEL/39TH GA., Mon Feb 22 09:04
What a great weekend,the weather was beautiful,after some problems with Saturdays battle the event cordinators went out of their way to make sure the Georgians were taken care of.Col.Ed Coke and the company commanders stepped up on Fri. night and organized the battalion turning what could have been a cluster into a... more


Event at Historic Westville, Jan. 19th — Matt Young/17th Georgia, Wed Dec 19 08:41
Special Event Proposal: Georgia Leaves the Union Saturday, January 19, 2008 On the anniversary of Georgia’s succession from the Union we would like to have an event to mark the occasion. I would like to see people gathered around the courthouse awaiting word of the vote. We could have speeches for and against... more


BAttle at Aikens — Capt, Dave Hackel Co K 28th Ga Inf, Tue Feb 16 10:11
Myself and two others from the 28th Ga Co K are looking for a unit to battle with from the GVB. I will arrive Friday around noon. If there is a unit who needs a few guys we sure would like to battle with you. Sincerely Capt. David Hackel Co K 28t Ga Inf


Gary Bowdoin — Chris Browning / Co G 27 GA, Thu Feb 18 20:13
Good evening, everyone. For those of you who know our very own Gary Bowdoin, you likely know of the deteriorating lung condition he has suffered through the past couple of years. He made the lung transplant recipient list back in October, and very recently was moved to the top of that list. I am pleased to tell you... more
  • Gary Bowdoin — Joey Young G V B Chaplain, Fri Feb 19 07:02


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