Defending Southern Heritage
a Foundation of American Liberty 

Gen. Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration, 2009

When: January 24, 2009; assemble at 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Where: Milledgeville, Georgia, The Old Capitol

What: Robert E. Lee Birthday; march (10:45 a.m.) and program (11:00 a.m.)

The Georgia Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans will celebrate the birthday of Robert E. Lee in the Legislative Chamber of the Old Capitol, Milledgeville, Georgia on January 24, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. A march will commence promptly at 10:45 a.m. at the Old Governor s Mansion and take a prominent course for approximately one-half mile to the Old Capitol. Plan to arrive around 10:00 AM. The Mayor of Milledgeville will welcome the group and there will be many speakers.

You are encouraged to attend in period attire, which includes uniforms, and for the ladies, period dresses (please do not utilize your mourning wardrobe for this celebration). If you do not choose period attire, please dress according to the occasion. We will be representing the memory of our ancestors, and should attempt to emulate their examples. How would your ancestors dress if they were going to Robert E. Lee s birthday party at the Capitol?

If you wish to be part of the honor guard, please contact Dan Coleman (danco1@bellsouth.net) and copy to Brigade Commander Kim Beck (gafourthscv@progressivetel.com). We would like to have as many re-enactors present as possible.

This event is one of the most important expressions of our dedication to our ancestors and the purpose of the SCV that we have had the opportunity to support in some time. Your attendance will be crucial in judging the success of this event, especially by the media. With your support, we can make this a strong statement of our commitment to our heritage. Will you answer the call, as did your ancestors when they were needed?

Public parking is available at the Old Capitol off Wayne Street.

Hope to see you at the Old Capitol on January 24th
 

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