March 2006

HL Hunley Campmeeting had a great attendance with 46 regular members, and 12 guests. We had 1 new member, Compatriot Montie McQuillan, inducted into the camp and Fred West voted in. We started the meeting with the pledges to the flags and Mike McDaniel said our opening prayer.

 The Hunley Memorial was held at Breach Inlet where the H. L. Hunley traveled into the night on February 17, 1864 and made history as the first submarine to sink an enemy ship in wartime.

The ceremony inside Sunrise Presbyterian Church was a remembrance to the memory of those brave soldiers that gave their lives to the Cause.

Sen. Glen McConnell gave a very moving tribute to the Hunley Crew, noting their bravery and determination in completing their mission.

The re-enactment widows all were given a rose in which they laid in the water to honor each soldier who lost their life that fateful night.

The congregation left the Church went to the inlet and the memorial ended by placing a wreath in the surf to honor the Hunley Crew. Re-enactors gave a three round volley. There were three cannons which also gave three volleys.

Likewise, the widow re-enactors of the USS Housatonic laid a wreath in the surf as well.

Representing the HL Hunley Camp 143 was Joe Willis, Woody Brown, Larry Jameson and his father Mr. Jameson.

Battle of Aiken A group of 6 from the Hunley Camp attended the Battle of Aiken Feb., 25^th and 26^th and all had a great time. They were Monty Jones, Joe Willis, Dale Presley, Mark Clark, Woody & Chip Brown. They had a great time.

Flowertown Festival starts March 31, and we need volunteers to man the HL Hunley Camp 143 booth. Please, contact Chuck Botts at 873-0402 or page at 764-6444. E-Mail Chuck at CharlesBotts@hlhunleycamp143.com.

 Heritage Motor Cycle Rally begins April 7^th at the Fair Grounds. Please, contact Chuck Botts at 873-0402 or page at 764-6444. Free admission to the Motor Cycle Rally will be granted to all volunteers.

 Mess Sergeant Richard Parker has stepped up to do the duties of Mess Sergeant for our March meeting the 23^rd. We need a camp Mess Sergeant. The Mess Sergeant is responsible for the meals at Camp meetings. He shall maintain a list of volunteers to provide meals for the meetings and insure the timely preparation of the meals and the clean up after the meetings.

 Gregg McCants   HL Hunley Camp 143 would simply like to send along our heartfelt condolences to the family of William Gregg McCants, III, Gregg was Past Commander of General Ellison Capers Camp #1212, Sons of the Confederate Veterans. He also served as their Chaplain and newsletter editor.

Camp name Tag – If anyone is interested in a Camp Name tag, let Joe know. $2.50ea

Chaplain Mike McDaniel said our closing prayer and we all gathered around and sang Dixie.

Next meeting will be March 23^rd, at 6:30, come on out.

South Carolina SCV Div Convention

March 10 & 11, 2006
Hosted By Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp #47

This year's convention guest speaker will be the Reverend Dr. Bobby Eubanks, past SC Division Chaplain. We have a special evening planned for Friday's pre-registration attendees on March 10th at the Historic Beaufort Arsenal and museum located at 713 Craven Street in downtown Beaufort (http://www.historic-beaufort.org). Camp 1st  Lt. Commander Walt Lineberger will have an array of rare artifacts on display from his extensive private collection from the SC War for Southern Independence.

Musical entertainment will be provided during lunch on Saturday. Historic walking and buggy tours as well as ghost tours at special rates are available to all attendees and guests.

Registration Fee of $45.00 per person will include SC artifact display Friday evening and Saturday lunch. Friday Registration 5 - 8 PM
Friday night dinner at the Arsenal starts at 6 PM: $10.00.
(3 pieces fried flounder, fries, cheese biscuits, slaw, tea and lemonade)
Late Registration (After February 11th) $50.00.
Spouses and non SCV Guests may attend for $20.00.
Meals for Convention Day registrants will be limited.
Ancestor Memorial: $10.00ea.
(Must be received by January 31st)
Display tables for vendors $20.00

Battle of Charleston

March 24, 25, 26, 2006
Presented by the 27th SCVI and Legare FarmsLocated at Legare Farms on Johns Island

Battles Saturday and SundayLiving History Educational Program on March 24, 2006Reenactors Registration Fee $10.00 Children 12 andunder free when accompanied by reenactor.

Hay, water, and fire wood will be provided. Charleston Seafood Dinner (at additional cost) Saturday Night followed by a period ball.

Bounties for Artillery - $50.00 per cannon.No Pets. Modern on-Site camping will be available.See the Hunley Submarine Replica

For More Information go to www.battleofchas.com or, call 843.559-0788 E-mail helenlegarefloyd@bellsouth.net

Compatriot Clyde Rogers memorials - Private Wesley P. Beach, Co. G, 4th S.C. Cavalry -  Private Robert O. Jacques, Co. G, 4th S.C. Cavalry - Captain George W. Way, 11th S.C. Infantry - Corporal Beverley Rodgers, Co. F, 1st Local Troops, Augusta GA

 Private John E. Googe, D. July 10th, 1864, Appling County, Co. F, 47th Regiment, Georgia Infantry, Appling Rangers. Killed in action at the Battle of Burdens Causeway known as The Battle of Bloody Bridge on Johns Island.

THE CHARGE

"To you, Sons of Confederate Veterans, we submit the vindication of the Cause for which we fought; to your strength will be given the defense of the Confederate soldier's good name, the guardianship of his history, the emulation of his virtues, the perpetuation of those principles he loved and which made him glorious and which you also cherish. Remember, it is your duty to see that the true history of the South is presented to future generations."

Lt. General Stephen Dill Lee, Commander General,
United Confederate Veterans,
New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 1906.