Charge to the Sons of Confederate Veterans
"To you, Sons of Confederate Veterans, we will commit 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 which he loved and which you love also, and those ideals which made him glorious and which you also cherish."
Lt. General Stephen Dill Lee, Commander General,
United Confederate Veterans,
New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 1906.
Welcome to the Louisiana Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans website.
I am honored to serve as Commander of the Louisiana Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans. The men of the Louisiana Division perpetuate the principles that the Confederate soldier cherished so many years ago. Louisiana has always had a rich Confederate Heritage; in the men that answered the call in ’61, to the many Louisiana Veterans that kept their memory alive as members of the United Confederate Veterans. Since the founding of the U. C. V. in 1891, and the S.C.V. in 1896, Louisiana men have rallied ‘round the flag to ensure that the true history of the South is presented to future generations.
Some of the items that can be found on our site are information on Louisiana Confederate soldiers, soldier burial locations and Louisiana military unit information. It is a wealth of information that can be of great assistance in doing research of your Confederate Ancestor. Take your time and enjoy what our site has to offer, If you are just now discovering your Confederate ancestry and wish to trace your genealogy, please contact our 1st Lieutenant Commander Ted Brode. He can put you in touch with the S. C. V. Camp nearest you. You can also search for local Camps under the LA Division Camps link or on our National website. Local camp members will be glad to assist you in preparing the paperwork necessary to join the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Each Camp is autonomous and has a variety of ways that they honor the memory of our Confederate Heroes. Camps engage in a variety of activities and special projects such as, sponsoring living history demonstrations in schools and reenactments, marking Confederate graves, and preserving historic sites. .
I encourage as many Louisiana Division S.C.V. members as possible to subscribe to the Division Email List, the “Tiger Courier” to receive prompt news and information from both your Division staff and members from across the State. Send an email to news@lascv.com and provide your name and camp number to start receiving mail. You won’t be bombarded with junk mail and you can un-subscribe at any time.
Our Confederate ancestors fought to save our homeland from invading troops
and it is our duty to see that their memory is not tarnished but given the respect
and honor due them for the sacrifice they gave. They fought for principle and for
the Constitution of the United States, and not as rebels.
Lest We Forget
David Hill, Commander
Sons of Confederate Veterans / Louisiana Division
